Apartment Maintenance Technician

Job Description

Job Description

We are currently seeking a qualified Maintenance Technician for one of our properties in Phoenix, AZ. This is a full-time position with full benefits. Compensation is based on experience.

A qualified candidate will have excellent customer service skills, 3-5 years of experience in apartment maintenance , problem-solving skills, and precise communication skills. As a Maintenance, you will be directly working with all technical aspects of our apartment community.

Property Standards:
* Responds to and coordinates work orders
* Plumbing: Replace faucets, snake drains, and install toilet valves
* Carpentry: hang windows and doors, repair hinges, repair/replace door/window locks
* Paint and patch walls and perform and maintain records of all building and fire and life safety, operational equipment preventive maintenance/scheduled building preventative maintenance.
* Orders supplies, schedules vendors, and is in charge of inventory control
* Conduct visits to properties to ensure consistency and a positive work environment.
* Inspects units during monthly pest control. Notes the condition of the unit
* Respond to building emergencies on an after-hours on-call schedule

PERFORMANCE MEASURES :
• Completes work assignments within established time frames
• Replace angle stops, rebuild flushing mechanisms in toilets, replace faucets, change seats, stems, or washers
• Plunge and or auger toilets, removing and replacing if necessary.
• Extract water from flooded apartments and set up carpet fans
• Replace light fixtures, ballasts, switches, and plugs.
• Replace locks, cabinet hardware, blinds, shelving, and fixtures
• Rekey locks and manages key inventory.
• Patch drywall; apply matching texture, prime, and paint to match existing surfaces seamlessly
• Unclog toilets, tubs, bathroom sinks, and kitchen sinks
• Diagnose mechanical items in a kitchen and determine if they can be repaired or replaced
• Diagnose and repair as necessary; water heater system and ventilation systems
• Track parts or materials used in repairs by self and others, track stock in inventory and assets in apartments
• Develop, implement, and track a preventative maintenance program
• Track and report vacant unit turnover time, and minimize operating costs while maintaining the property in excellent condition
• Communicate difficult and complex issues with peers, supervisors, and corporate staff as appropriate
• Identify issues and problems and recommend and implement solutions
• Maintain a high level of productivity

SKILLSET (REQUIRED SKILLS AND OTHER FACTORS FOR JOB SUCCESS)
• Knowledgeable in all aspects of building systems
• Experience with all applicable tools and materials, Performs manual labor requiring basic knowledge of cleaning techniques
• Devices and implements new solutions and processes
• Written and oral communication skills
• Responsive to internal and external customer needs
• Must meet the physical requirements attached, and maintain professional boundaries when interacting with residents
• Follows company policies and procedures at all times
• All essential functions must be performed with or without reasonable accommodation

Required:

• Valid Driver's License, and auto insurance. This job will require you to use your car.
• A High School Diploma or equivalent is required
• We are a drug/alcohol-free workplace and all candidates are required to meet our drug/alcohol-free and criminal background criteria. EOE.
• At least 1 year of Appliance Repair
• Must have at least 2 -3 years' experience with over 150 units of a residential apartment.
• Must have a truck if at all possible, to pick up supplies from HD or Johnstone