MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN - Wild Pines

Royal American Companies•Albany, GA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Under direct supervision of the Maintenance Supervisor or the Community Manager, the Maintenance Technician is responsible for the preservation and upkeep of the property. The incumbent will operate within OSHA Standards and company safety policies and procedures at all times. This role requires excellent attendance, strong communication skills, the ability to build lasting business relationships, and a professional demeanor. Key responsibilities include performing various maintenance tasks, maintaining accurate records, participating in emergency coverage, and ensuring the overall functionality and appearance of the property and its amenities.

Requirements

Awareness of and ability to operate within OSHA Standards and company safety policies and procedures at all times
Excellent attendance and communication skills
Ability to build lasting business relationships
Exhibit professionalism
Knowledge of all maintenance requirements for the property
Possess tools to complete job assignments
Knowledge of property HVAC units and ability to troubleshoot units
Ability to read, understand and follow instructions contained in handwritten/printed service requests
Ability to provide handwritten/typed responses to service requests
Ability to complete handwritten/typed reports in accordance with company procedures
Ability to read and understand various manuals, instructions and other printed materials, such as regulation manuals, procedures manuals, warning labels and directional labeling on materials needed to perform various tasks
Ability to work under time constraints and complete tasks in a reasonable timeframe
Experience in using specific tools and equipment generally associated with the field of multi-family apartment maintenance
Proficiency in reading, writing and speaking English
Ability to travel for the purpose of conducting regular property business
Must have a government issued state ID, or valid driver’s license if required by Management based on location/property or business needs
Limited computer literacy
High School Diploma or equivalent

Nice To Haves

Previous experience

Responsibilities

Practice OSHA standards and company safety policy
Complete continuing education of safety training as required by company and/or State and Federal Law
Complete a hazard assessment form before beginning any task
Utilize proper safety equipment when exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, outside weather conditions, and risk of electrical shock
Maintain knowledge of all maintenance requirements for the property and possess tools to complete job assignments
Keep accurate records regarding preventive maintenance, work orders, unit refurbishing, annual inspections, and inventories in accordance with procedures established in company procedures manual
Participate in a standby emergency schedule for evening, weekend and holiday coverage
Perform scheduled maintenance on all equipment, based on the manufacturers recommendations and operating manuals
Regularly inspect all apartment units, buildings, and common areas, performing repairs and janitorial assistance in accordance with procedures manual
Maintain the grounds in accordance with the schedule set forth in the procedures manual
Provide training for employees or colleagues from other communities, as needed
Engage in frequent (no less than twice a day) verbal and written communication with supervisor
Report unusual or extraordinary circumstances regarding the property, co-workers, or residents
Maintain the required property uniform and ensuring a professional appearance and attitude at all times
Be aware of all contractual obligations relating to maintenance so as to keep the Community Manager abreast of any incidents of non-compliance from vendors
Troubleshoot the system and make repairs to fan motors, thermostats, contactors, etc.
Ensure storage areas and entrances are locked and adequate lighting of areas is maintained at all times
Perform light electrical repairs on items such as appliances, fixtures, switches, outlets, circuits
Perform light plumbing work, such as clearing stoppages, replacing fittings
Perform replacement and repair of broken glass, tile, screens, draperies and locks
Perform carpentry work, such as fitting doors, freeing windows, replacing and building shelves and refinishing floors
Redecorate vacant units, including painting, cleaning of appliances, vacuuming and other related tasks required to prepare a unit for re-occupancy
Assist in custodial work, including sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, emptying trash, cleaning windows, etc., in the common areas
Maintain and repair all amenities such as pools, spas, ponds, fitness equipment, etc.
Assist other team members when necessary and accept other tasks and responsibilities that may not be strictly related to repair and maintenance