Maintenance Technician

Conifer Realty LLC • Camden, NJ

34d • $20 - $24 • Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for the general maintenance and cleanliness of the building(s) including grounds and fixtures. Position reports to a Community Manager, Maintenance Supervisor and/or the regional Maintenance Mentor. Effective customer service skills to interact with residents, contractors, visitors including effective resolution of issues and maintenance matters on a daily basis is needed. Will handle many other duties outlined in the Maintenance Policy & Procedure Manual.

Requirements

• Minimum 1-2+ years prior hands-on apartment maintenance experience preferred.
• Prior painting, minor plumbing & electrical wiring skills, carpentry, dry wall, cleaning skills needed; HVAC a plus or willing to train.
• Knowledge of safety rules involving cleaning supplies, maintenance equipment, etc.
• Ability to read and understand policies, training materials, instructions for products, machines, manuals. etc.
• Computer navigation experience for timekeeping, online training and development, and work order processing.
• Reliable transportation, valid drivers’ license, and auto-insurance policy to: a) assist with obtaining company supplies for property when needed. b) respond to on-call emergencies on property within 30 minutes when scheduled on a rotation basis with team. c) assist with snow removal when needed.
• Minimum High School Diploma/GED equivalent required.
• Self-motivated, good initiative, hard-working.
• Reliable; on-time, good attendance.
• Excellent customer service skills with collaborative communication skills to effectively interact with residents, contractors, visitors, and Conifer team members.
• Very organized, excellent time management, scheduling of tasks, and multi-tasking abilities to meet required deadlines, including any pre-approved extended hours that may be needed.
• Able to work independently as well as support a team.
• Flexible, adaptable to change projects when assigned.
• Practices excellent business professionalism and judgment at all times.
• Identifies and solves problems; asks questions when needs assistance.
• Demonstrates good listening, communication (oral and written) and presentation skills.
• Exhibits a pleasant personality and willingness to work hard; asks for new projects.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge, training with HVAC helpful.
• Knowledge of OSHA requirements helpful or willing to train.
• Vocational training in building, construction, maintenance a plus.
• Certifications in environmental hazards, maintenance, building, construction a plus or willing to obtain.
• OSHA knowledge helpful.

Responsibilities

• Monitor building(s) and grounds to ensure a neat and clean presentation and environment.
• Complete routine painting, minor plumbing, minor electrical wiring, carpentry, dry wall, cleaning and other related maintenance activities using both hand and power tools.
• Follow all written and verbal instructions.
• Ensure all supplies are stored in appropriate areas under proper storage guidelines.
• Complete grounds maintenance duties such as mowing, trimming shrubbery, cultivating flower beds along with snow, ice and debris removal.
• Remove trash and dispose of in designated areas.
• Maintain tools and equipment in a clean, orderly and safe manner.
• Ensure security of building during and after completed jobs and report any security violations to management.
• Report the need for any major repairs to supervisor.
• Report and repair emergency maintenance problems and/or environmental hazards immediately.
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures paying special attention to health and/or safety procedures.
• Emergency on-call duties as required or assigned. Must report to property within 30 minutes of on-call notification. May be assigned to cover other properties for on-call coverage as needed.
• May be required to work overtime
• Physical attendance at assigned work location(s) during scheduled hours is essential.
• May be required to assist at other Conifer locations as needed.
• Perform other related maintenance and cleaning duties, as assigned.

Benefits

• Conifer Realty is a professional, service-oriented organization offering a competitive compensation package commensurate with experience, along with excellent benefits that include ongoing training and development, 13 holidays, 15 days paid time off, 401K with company match, medical, HSA, dependent care Flex account, dental, vision; company-paid life, short and long-term disability insurances; and a wellness program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees