Maintenance Technician, Western Landing

Abode Communities • Los Angeles, CA

3h • $23 - $26 • Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Technician reports to the Community Manager and works as part of a team to ensure that the property is maintained in the best physical condition possible and that all resident service requests are completed in a timely manner.

Requirements

• Minimum of three (3) years general maintenance experience (plastering, painting, basic plumbing such as unclogging toilets and drains, carpentry).
• Ability to read, write and speak English.
• Ability to communicate effectively with people from diverse cultures and backgrounds.
• Basic computer skills
• Valid California driver's license and availability of an insured vehicle.
• Take direction from Management.
• Work in a collaborative manner as a member of a site team.
• Relate professionally with vendors, residents and co-workers.

Responsibilities

• Perform minor property maintenance and repairs as assigned by the Community Manager including, but not limited to, plastering, painting, plumbing (unclogging toilets and drains,) carpentry, mechanical and electrical. (Requires pushing and pulling, reaching overhead and in front, crawling around or behind equipment, lifting of drywall panels, large containers of paint and/or plaster, lumber and tools.
• Observe and practice safety procedures when conducting maintenance work. Do not leave any equipment, tools, and supplies unattended at any time. Wear safety gear accordingly. Use proper signage to announce unsafe area conditions.
• In conjunction with the Community Manager, prioritize, schedule and complete resident service requests for unit repairs, general maintenance, and janitorial duties according to Abode Communities standards.
• Prepare properties for inspections by regulatory agencies.
• Coordinate and monitor progress of vendors or outside contractors.
• Inspect property daily and report any needed repairs to the Community Manager.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose equipment malfunctions. Repair equipment or cause the equipment to be repaired by a vendor or outside contractor, in accordance with Abode Communities policies and procedures.
• Inspect building equipment and provide preventative maintenance services in accordance with appropriate preventative maintenance guidelines. Prepare and maintain all appropriate equipment inspection and preventative maintenance logs, as required.
• Inspect building equipment per established specifications to ensure safe and reliable operation. Prepare and maintain all appropriate equipment inspection logs, as required.
• Maintain the maintenance equipment supplies (spare parts) inventory and order as needed.
• Complete all paperwork (i.e., preventative maintenance schedules, work orders, inventory reports, daily work log reports, etc.) on a daily basis or as required by the Community Manager.
• Assist in the preparation of supplies orders.
• Respond to after-hours and weekend maintenance emergencies. There will be times when you may be called to assist on emergencies at other properties besides the one assigned.
• Assist with Janitorial duties as needed to support and ensure the best physical condition of the property. Special projects as designated by Regional Supervisor or manager

Benefits

• Benefits include health, dental and vision insurance, life, AD&D and long term disability insurance, 401K plan with a match, vacation and sick leave benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees