About the position
Guardian has a need for a Full-Time Maintenance Technician to join our team at Grand Fir! Grand Fir is an affordable apartment community in Salem, OR with 96 units. The Maintenance Technician's primary role will be to support the Community Managers by ensuring site safety and completion of required property maintenance necessary to maintain excellent curb appeal and the overall appearance and quality of the properties on a scheduled basis. This will include prioritizing and processing work orders which may include both urgent and routine maintenance of property and apartment units. This position is responsible for ensuring that all maintenance work is done in compliance with OSHA regulations, and Guardian policies and procedures. A Maintenance Technician is also responsible for coordinating with other property staff and vendors to provide outstanding customer service to the residents, provide well-timed and proactive property maintenance, safeguard the good financial health and stability of the properties, and complete all required paperwork and reports on time. For this position, we are seeking a dynamic self-starter who enjoys working with others and excels in a fast-paced, flexible, and hands-on environment. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, professional and communicative.
Responsibilities
- Represent Guardian in a positive and professional manner at all times.
- Support Community Manager's efforts to assure that the company's efforts fully meet and exceed property management obligations.
- Maintain the property so it is in compliance with all local, state, and federal laws (fire, backflow, OSHA, etc.).
- Walk property grounds daily, maintain exterior of the property to ensure grounds are clean and property has excellent curb appeal.
- Alert supervisor of any potential liabilities or repairs. Identify property problems and repairs needed in the areas of structural, electrical, plumbing, and appliances.
- Respond to all service requests and complete all Work Orders and Apartment Turnovers in a timely and professional manner.
- Keep accurate records of current space conditions including roof, HVAC, utilities and special circumstances.
- Regularly inspect property and vacant apartments and coordinate the work and schedules of property vendors.
- Carry a property cell phone and be on call for emergencies after business hours and on weekends, on a rotating basis with other staff.
- Communicate with supervisor about any issues, or resident questions or concerns.
- Perform maintenance or coordinate maintenance of pools, spas, and pool areas (if applicable).
- Follow confidentiality guidelines for all resident, property, owner, and Guardian information at all times.
- Accurately record time worked, adhere to time keeping guidelines on a daily basis.
- Other duties as assigned by the Community Manager or Portfolio Manager.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
- At least one year of work experience in property maintenance and repairs, construction or related experience.
- Possess and transport own tools and materials needed for job.
- Ability to speak, read and write in English.
- Ability to communicate effectively and in a timely manner; both verbally and in writing.
- Able to complete company training requirements for this position within pre-determined deadlines and attend other training sessions as required.
- Must own or have access to properly insured vehicle for use in business transportation needs; maintain valid driver's license and insurance.
- If the property has a pool, CPO (Certified Pool Operator) certification may be required according to the regulations of the property's State.
Benefits
- Medical/Vision/Prescription Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Medical/Dependent Care FSA
- Life/AD&D Insurance
- Employer-matched 401-K
- 10 days of Vacation Time per year
- 1 hour of Sick Time for every 30 hours worked
- 7 Paid Holidays + 1 Birthday Holiday
- Employee Assistance Program
