On-Site Maintenance Technician

Bluestone Real Estate Services•Portland, OR

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Bluestone Real Estate Services invites applications for a FT Property Management position. Bluestone Real Estate is a leading property management company dedicated to providing exceptional service and enhancing the living experiences of our residents. As a Maintenance, you will be responsible for ensuring the property is well maintained and tenant requests are addressed. You will be expected to know basic mechanical and physical aspects of the building and units in order to perform then necessary repairs. This position is located at Courtyard at Fairview Apartments in Fairview, Oregon. The schedule for this position is typical Monday through Friday but can involve other days and hours. Responding to emergencies and on-call work may be required as business dictates. PLEASE NOTE: Qualified candidates must have prior residential maintenance experience (not construction, mechanical, manufacturing, etc.) and a demonstrated history of steady employment.

Requirements

At least 1 year of previous property maintenance experience, specifically in Residential (apartments, multi-family homes, etc.)
Basic knowledge of building systems, including HVAC, plumbing and electrical.
Ability to diagnose and repair maintenance issues efficiently.
Able to competently operate computer and/or tablet with Microsoft based software (Word, Excel, Publisher, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
Good interpersonal and customer service skills.
Valid driver license and operational vehicle.

Nice To Haves

Understanding of landlord-tenant law and fair housing.

Responsibilities

Ensure all properties are operating at peak physical performance and efficiency.
Repair and maintain all equipment and building components. This could include HVAC equipment, roofs, lighting, fountains, pools, pumps, motors, fans, plumbing, appliances, boilers, water heaters, heaters, electrical devices, door locks, drywall, painting, carpentry, and electrical components.
Perform and ensure that all assigned maintenance requests are handled on an immediate basis, if possible, and communicate with tenants regarding entry and/or delays.
Perform building/grounds maintenance including, but not limited to; painting curbs, changing common area lights, litter pick up, snow removal, light yard maintenance, common area cleaning, etc. as or if needed.
Continually inspect the premises and immediately report deficiencies, emergencies or accidents.
Monitor and work with the property/portfolio manager in the scheduling of vacant units for turnover and occupancy to ensure they are rent ready within ten (10) business days.
Assist in implementing and/or following preventative maintenance programs for the property and specific equipment guidelines.
Communicate with, schedule and oversee third party vendors that work on the property.
Adhere to safety regulations to avoid injury to self and others.
Have knowledge of emergency service at the property such as water and gas shut offs and sewer clean outs for property.
Observe Fair Housing and Oregon Landlord Tenant law.
Maintain basic set of personal tools required to perform duties as outlined in this job description.
Update and complete work orders in the property management software, ensure they are properly documented in a timely manner.
Maintain keys, petty cash cards, SDS manual, and other equipment.
Answer emergency calls after hours, when requested, to provide assistance to tenants and staff as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.