Maintenance Technician

KW PROPERTY MANAGEMENT AND CONSULTING•Boca Raton, FL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Technician performs routine building maintenance and repair under limited supervision, reporting to the Chief Engineer/Maintenance Supervisor or, if neither is assigned at the site, the Property Manager. The role maintains mechanical systems and equipment in the building interior and exterior, follows the community’s preventative maintenance program, and helps maintain a satisfactory service environment for residents. The position is non-exempt and hourly. Its schedule is set by the property and may change to meet business needs; the listed schedule is Wednesday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Saturday through Sunday, 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. No travel is expected. The employee may participate in an on-call rotation and may be called after hours to respond to emergencies at the property.

Requirements

At least two years of general experience in building trades, repair and replacement maintenance, or handy work.
Ability to react to and address emergency situations within 30 minutes; may be called after hours and required to respond at the property.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to perform the physical demands of the position, including walking for most of the shift; sitting, standing, reaching, lifting, bending, kneeling, stooping, climbing, pushing, and pulling items weighing 30 pounds or less; manual dexterity; auditory and visual skills; following written and oral instructions; climbing stairs and ladders; working at heights; and detecting auditory or visual emergency alarms.

Nice To Haves

Additional trade experience and certifications may be required at some locations.

Responsibilities

Perform routine maintenance on the building interior and exterior.
Contact and schedule vendors and contractors for necessary repairs and emergencies outside the scope of routine maintenance.
Maintain schedules of completed maintenance and upcoming service needs.
Work safely, recognize unsafe situations, and take appropriate action to protect self and others.
Maintain an operating environment that provides a satisfactory level of resident service.
Follow the community’s preventative maintenance program.
Perform minor maintenance, replacement, and repairs in carpentry, electrical work, air conditioning, plumbing, mechanical systems, painting, flooring, and other building areas, provided a permit is not required.
Complete required forms and work orders using the KWPMC work order system.
Perform casual labor, including lifting or moving heavy items as directed, following safety procedures.
Routinely inspect building mechanical systems and equipment to ensure proper performance and maintenance.
Monitor and adjust controls regulating building systems, such as air conditioning and boilers.
Routinely inspect common areas to ensure they are clean and aesthetically appealing.
Report problems, including those outside the listed responsibilities, to the Chief Engineer or Maintenance Supervisor.
Maintain assigned equipment in good working condition.
Follow State, Federal, and company safety standards and precautions.
Use new equipment properly and follow safety procedures before operating it.
Respond to emergency maintenance requests as required, including attending the property in a timely manner when called.
Assist in maintaining records of scheduled maintenance procedures.