Maintenance Technician, Residential

The RMR Group • Sunrise, FL

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About The Position

The Maintenance Technician assists the Maintenance Supervisor in maintaining the physical integrity of the residential property and providing a safe, secure, and comfortable environment for residents, visitors, and staff. The technician performs assigned duties safely and carries out other duties as requested. In the Maintenance Supervisor’s absence, the technician assumes all maintenance responsibilities.

The role includes routine preventive maintenance, inspections, minor and routine repairs, make-ready work, maintaining tools and work areas, and responding to property safety issues. The technician must follow company policies and applicable state and federal regulations, including relevant EPA and OSHA requirements. Rotating on-call coverage includes nights, weekends, and holidays.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• At least 2 years of experience in maintenance property management.
• EPA Universal Certification.
• Solid working knowledge of carpentry, electrical, plumbing, and related information required for daily operations.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, multitask, and meet deadlines.
• Team-oriented approach and problem-solving ability.
• Maintain a professional appearance and manner.
• Ability to work extended periods without relief when responding to priority or emergency situations.
• Ability to stoop, stand, and climb ladders and stairs as needed.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds for distances of up to 30 feet.
• Valid driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

• CPO Certification.
• Ability to earn future designations required by industry standards, EPA regulations, OSHA requirements, and related standards.

Responsibilities

• Conduct business in accordance with company policies and procedures and applicable state and federal regulations, including Lead Based Paint, ADA, Fair Housing, HAZCOM, and OSHA requirements.
• Maintain knowledge of applicable laws and EPA and OSHA regulations.
• Monitor property conditions and promptly address unsafe conditions.
• Schedule and perform preventive maintenance on equipment as directed by the Maintenance Supervisor and Property Manager; inspect and maintain tools.
• Know the locations of utility, apartment, and fixture shut-offs and sewer clean-outs.
• Clean work areas and perform safety-related duties; keep storage areas locked when not in use.
• Diagnose and perform minor or routine repairs involving electrical and plumbing systems, HVAC, appliances, irrigation, building structures and finishes, lighting, fireplaces, fans, gas fixtures, doors, windows, locks, security systems, leaks, boilers, pools, and related areas and equipment.
• Inspect and help coordinate make-ready repairs and services, and assist make-ready staff to meet deadlines.
• Report major repairs and requisitions to the Maintenance Supervisor before spending funds.
• Change and rekey locks and make keys.
• Move heavy appliances and equipment between storage and apartments as needed, and help move abandoned furniture and appliances to the dumpster when necessary.
• Perform other duties requested by the Maintenance Supervisor, Property Manager, Service Director, Regional Manager, or other company official.
• Provide rotating on-call coverage, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Plans
• 401(k) plan with employer match
• Holidays, vacation, and sick time
• Parental leave
• Tuition assistance
• Matching Gift Program
• Voluntary employee-paid benefits, including critical illness and accident insurance, identity theft protection, and pet insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED