HVAC Technician

Align Properties LLC•New Orleans, LA

2h•Onsite

About The Position

The SERVICE TECHNICIAN is to assist the maintenance supervisor in maintaining the physical integrity of the community. This involves insuring a safe, secure, and comfortable living environment for residents, visitors and staff. The SERVICE TECHNICIAN will carry out assigned duties in a safe manner and other duties as requested by the maintenance supervisor. In the absence of the maintenance supervisor, the SERVICE TECHNICIAN will assume all maintenance responsibilities.

Requirements

At least 2 year experience in apartment maintenance.
High School Graduate or Equivalent Training (If not, must have 5 years maintenance experience.)
Valid Driver’s License
Knowledge of Basic Mechanical Concepts
Heating and Air Conditioning and other State Regulated Certifications where required.
Required to wear back support belt, wear goggles when working with specific equipment, wear masks and gloves and other safety equipment as tasks dictate.
Must be knowledgeable of pertinent laws and EPA and OSHA regulations governing proper storage and management of hazardous materials, including solvents, flammables, caustics and freon.
Constantly be aware of the condition of apartment property throughout the community and immediately initiates action to correct unsafe conditions; e.g., broken gates leading to the pool, broken steps, open holes, broken/burned out exterior lights.
Must have valid driver's license and automobile insurance coverage.
Minimum Personal Tools Hammer, Screw Drivers (set), Socket Set, Wrenches (set), Pipe Wrench, Circular Power Saw, Hand Saw, Acetylene Torch Kit, Drill, Allen Wrench Set, Tape Measure, Tool Box

Responsibilities

Conduct all business in accordance with company policies and procedures, state and federal laws; e.g., OSHA, ADA, Fair Housing, etc.
Schedules and performs routine preventive maintenance on all appropriate equipment as directed by senior maintenance technician and manager. Inspects and maintains all tools in excellent condition.
Be aware of all utility meter cut-offs, apartment and fixture cut-offs, sewer cleanouts.
Performs work area clean-up and safety related duties.
Ensures that storage areas remain locked when not in use.
Diagnoses and performs minor and routine maintenance/repair, as directed, involving the following on a daily basis: Electrical and plumbing (including water lines), A/C and heating systems, Appliances (when applicable), Water irrigation systems, Stairs, gates, fences, patios, railings, Tile, carpet, flooring, Roofing, gutters, fasteners, Interior/exterior lights, Fireplaces, ceiling fans, Gas fixtures and appliances (where applicable), Shutters, doors, cabinets, windows, sliding glass doors, Boiler, gas and electric, Door locks, P.O. boxes and locks, Security systems (where applicable), Ceiling leaks, Walls, Pool areas, tile, jacuzzi, pool furniture.
Inspects and helps coordinate all needed make-ready repairs and services. Assists makeready staff as required to meet deadlines.
Reports all major repairs and need requisitions to senior maintenance technician and manager prior to any expenditure of funds
Change locks and make keys.
Removes and transfers heavy appliances and equipment from storage area to apartment (or vise versa) as circumstances warrant. Assists in moving abandoned furniture, appliances, etc., to dumpster when necessary.
Be knowledgeable of inventory levels of spare parts and supplies and inform senior maintenance technician of shortages.
Assists in keeping grounds neat and free of litter. Rakes, sweeps, shovels as circumstances warrant.
Performs any additional duties assigned by senior maintenance technician and manager.