Maintenance Technician - Ballard Yards

Greystar Management Services•Seattle, WA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Technician performs technical and mechanical work to ensure buildings, grounds, amenities, and common areas meet company standards for cleanliness, appearance, safety, and functionality. The role handles resident service requests, preventative maintenance, apartment make-ready work, routine inspections, and general upkeep of the property. The position requires work indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions, and a flexible schedule that includes taking call during evenings, weekends, and holidays. Rare or regular travel to other properties or to attend training and business meetings may be required. The role requires knowledge of safe tool and equipment use, experience with painting, entry-level carpentry, appliance repair, and basic plumbing, strong professionalism and communication, and proficiency in MS Office Suite. EPA Type I and II or Universal refrigerant-recycling certification applies to Certified Service Technicians; certifications required by state and local jurisdictions apply to all Service Technicians. A valid driver’s license may be needed to operate a golf cart on property, depending on property size and applicability. The hourly pay range is $24.00–$27.25. Onsite property roles may be eligible for weekly, monthly, and/or quarterly bonus programs. The posting lists housing discounts, a cell phone allowance, monthly bonus incentives, and a benefits package. Full-time benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance; paid time off and holidays; a 401(k) with company match; paid parental leave; fertility benefit reimbursement; an employee assistance program; and other insurance, legal, charitable-giving, and wellness-related offerings.

Requirements

Previous experience with painting, entry-level carpentry, appliance repair, and basic plumbing.
Knowledge of safe use and maintenance of hand tools, power tools, and mechanical equipment.
Professional manner and dress.
Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively.
Proficiency in MS Office Suite.
Ability to stand, walk, and/or sit for extended periods; bend, stoop, climb ladders, reach, carry objects, and crawl in confined areas.
Ability to work indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions.
Ability to push, pull, lift, carry, or maneuver up to 25 pounds independently and up to 50 pounds with assistance.
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including taking call during evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Certifications required by applicable state and local jurisdictions.
Valid driver’s license to operate a golf cart on the property when applicable, depending on property size.

Nice To Haves

EPA Type I and II or Universal certification for refrigerant recycling; applies to Certified Service Technicians.

Responsibilities

Complete resident-requested work orders and preventative maintenance by diagnosing problems and making repairs in accordance with policies, procedures, safety standards, and code requirements.
Prepare vacant apartments for leasing and move-in by conducting pre-move-out inspections, creating maintenance punch lists, coordinating vendors, obtaining supplies, completing work, and inspecting completed work.
Track maintenance inventory, return unused supplies and equipment to their designated locations, and notify the maintenance supervisor of reordering needs.
Complete accurate and timely service-request documentation and related paperwork.
Maintain grounds, common areas, and amenities through trash and debris removal, pressure-washing, general cleaning, and painting curbs and signage as needed.
Support cost control by repairing parts when possible, limiting waste, and using tools and equipment correctly.
Follow safety and risk-management policies, participate in safety meetings and required training, and report accidents and incidents promptly and accurately.
Periodically inspect contractor and vendor work to confirm it meets quality standards, scope, and specifications.
Assist with routine and periodic property inspections and communicate safety, repair, and physical-property concerns to management.
Provide customer service and assist with vendor management and other duties.

Benefits

Housing discounts of up to 40% at Greystar communities, subject to discount and unit availability for onsite team members.
Cell phone allowance.
Monthly bonus incentives; onsite property roles may also be eligible for weekly, monthly, and/or quarterly bonus programs.
Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
Low-cost or free basic employee-only medical coverage.
Paid time off, including 15 vacation days, 4 personal days, 10 sick days, and 11 paid holidays for new hires; additional vacation accrues with tenure.
Birthday off after one year of service.
Paid sabbatical of six weeks after 10 years of service and every five years thereafter.
401(k) with company match up to 6% of pay after six months of service.
Paid parental leave.
Lifetime fertility benefit reimbursement up to $10,000, including adoption or surrogacy.
Employee Assistance Program.
Critical illness, accident, hospital indemnity, pet insurance, and legal plans.
Charitable giving program and benefits.
Robust training and development and long-term career opportunities.