Maintenance Technician - Multifamily

Fortis Property Management • Charleston, SC

3d • $26 - $29 • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to join our property management team. In this role, you will work closely with the Community Manager and Maintenance Supervisor to oversee daily property upkeep and ensure a high-quality living environment for our residents. At Fortis, our success is the result of people like you. We pride ourselves on employing thoughtful, innovative, and outgoing team members. We maintain a competitive commission and bonus structure to recognize your hard work. We also promote internal advancement to further your career with us, as we believe that our leaders of tomorrow come from the team members of today.

Requirements

• High School graduate or equivalent
• 2 years prior property maintenance experience or related field
• EPA Certification required
• Strong knowledge of HVAC systems, appliance repair, plumbing, electrical, and pool care
• Must have own tools
• Computer skills to include Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) property management software (Yardi, PO Purchase System) preferred

Nice To Haves

• Some Vocational/Technical school and/or college
• Experience with multifamily lease-ups is highly preferred
• CPO Certification preferred
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus

Responsibilities

• Assist in achieving budgeted maintenance expenses
• Assist in the achievement of the annual budget plan
• Advise the Maintenance Supervisor as to stock levels of supplies and equipment
• Advise the Maintenance Supervisor of maintenance problems and solutions
• Ensure all work orders are completed in a timely fashion
• Provide same day services on work orders
• Walk the community daily noting needed repairs
• Daily communication with the Maintenance Supervisor to discuss progress, follow-up, or complications regarding maintenance activities
• Produce 5 day turns on vacant units
• Assume emergency on-call duty status as scheduled
• Assist in the maintenance of the maintenance shop
• Provide superior customer service
• Complete all work orders and ensure the highest quality of customer satisfaction
• Maintain a professional image and attitude
• Attend instructional training classes as scheduled by the Maintenance Supervisor
• Adherence to and proper implementation of all Fortis Properties Management policies and procedures
• Knowledge of and adherence to Fair Housing policies and procedures
• Knowledge of and adherence to ADA, OSHA, and EPA policies and procedures

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• Medical/Dental/Vision
• Life Insurance
• 401(K)
• Referral Program
• Rent Discounts (where applicable)
• Sign-On Bonus: This position may be eligible for a sign-on bonus of $1,000.00 payable in accordance with the Company’s Sign-On Bonus Agreement. The bonus will be paid following the employee’s successful completion of 90 days of continuous employment, subject to applicable payroll taxes and withholdings.

What This Job Offers

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