Maintenance Technician - North Seattle

Greystar Management Services•Seattle, WA

6d•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 responds to resident service requests, performs preventive maintenance and repairs, and prepares vacant apartments for leasing and new move-ins. It also supports upkeep of property grounds and shared areas, inventory and documentation processes, safety and risk-management practices, and coordination with vendors and contractors. The role requires working indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions and a flexible schedule that includes taking call during evenings, weekends, and holidays. Rare or regular travel may be required to assist other properties or attend training and business meetings.

Requirements

Previous experience with painting, entry-level carpentry, appliance repair, and basic plumbing.
Knowledge of the 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 Microsoft 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 50 pounds with assistance.
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including taking call during evenings, weekends, and holidays.
State- and local-jurisdiction-required certifications.
A valid driver’s license to operate a golf cart on the property when applicable.

Responsibilities

Complete work orders generated by resident requests and perform preventive maintenance by diagnosing problems and making repairs in accordance with policies, procedures, safety standards, and code requirements.
Prepare vacant apartments for leasing and move-ins by completing pre-move-out inspections, creating maintenance punch lists, scheduling vendors and contractors, obtaining supplies, completing maintenance tasks, and inspecting finished work.
Track maintenance inventory, return unused supplies and equipment to their designated locations, and notify the maintenance supervisor when items need to be reordered.
Complete service request documentation and related paperwork accurately and on time.
Maintain grounds, common areas, and amenities by removing trash and debris, pressure-washing breezeways and pool areas, performing general cleaning, and painting curbs and signage as needed.
Support cost-control efforts by repairing parts when possible, avoiding waste, and using tools and equipment correctly.
Attend and participate in safety meetings, complete required safety training, and promptly and accurately report accidents and incidents.
Periodically inspect work performed by contractors, vendors, and other service providers to verify quality, scope, and specifications.
Assist with routine and periodic property inspections, identify safety and maintenance concerns, and communicate the property's physical needs to management.

Benefits

Housing discounts of up to 40% at Greystar communities, subject to discount and unit availability.
Cell phone allowance.
Monthly bonus incentives; onsite roles may be eligible for weekly, monthly, and/or quarterly bonus programs.
Competitive 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 six-week sabbatical after 10 years of service and every five years thereafter.
401(k) with company match of up to 6% of pay after six months of service.
Paid parental leave.
Lifetime fertility benefit reimbursement of 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.
Training and development opportunities.