Apartment Maintenance Technician

Voaok; McPherson (KS); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

Vacation, Sick Leave, 8 Paid Holidays

Short Term Disability

403-B Retirement plan

Employee Assistance Program

Federal Student Loan Forgiveness

Job summary

Volunteers of America in McPherson, KS is seeking an Entry-level Maintenance Technician to join our on-site team at independent living and senior housing properties. You will handle preventive and corrective maintenance, run repairs on plumbing, electrical, carpentry, heating and cooling systems, and assist with turnovers.

This role requires on-call availability, long hours occasionally, and travel within the property.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience in general maintenance including heating, cooling, electrical and plumbing preferred.
• Excellent customer service and effective communication with residents required.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and proof of liability insurance.
• Ability to be on-call and respond to emergencies as needed.

Responsibilities

• Performs general repairs such as drywall, painting, and repairs of doors and fixtures.
• Performs routine maintenance on building systems.
• Communicates with residents respectfully and professionally.
• Daily inspection of property to ensure cleanliness and proper function of all systems.
• Participate in on-call rotation for after-hours emergencies.
• Maintain accurate records for preventative maintenance and service requests.
• Complete unit turnovers.

Skills

General maintenance

Customer service

On-call readiness

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

HVAC experience

Job description

Job DetailsLevel: EntryJob Location: McPherson Edinburgh Location - McPherson, KS 67460

Our work touches the mind, body, heart and ultimately the spirit - of those we serve, integrating our deep compassion with highly effective programs and services.

We are currently seeking a Maintenance Technician to join our team! Volunteers of America is one of the nation's largest comprehensive human services organizations. We provide affordable housing for seniors & disabled people where they can thrive. Our commitment to service-enriched housing offers the quality of life they deserve.

What You Will Do

As the Maintenance Technician, you will be the frontline of scheduled maintenance and property improvements in the complexes which our residents live. Responsible for the prompt and efficient preventive and corrective maintenance of the property to which assigned. The Maintenance Technician will perform general maintenance and repairs for assigned equipment and facilities, including plumbing, electrical, basic carpentry, heating and cooling, and other building systems.

This is an on-site position at and independent living, apartment communities for seniors and residents with disabilities. Hours of operation of the property are 8-5 Monday through Friday.

What's In It For You!

• $500 Sign-On Bonus
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Vacation, Sick Leave, 8 Paid Holidays
• Short Term Disability
• 403-B Retirement plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Ask about qualifying for FEDERAL STUDENT LOAN FORGIVENESS

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs general repairs that do not require a specialized technician. Examples may include repairing drywall, painting, and repairing doors and other building fixtures.
• Performs routine maintenance on building systems.
• Communicates with the residents with respect and treat them with dignity when approached.
• Daily inspection of the property to ensure cleanliness, curb appeal, and proper function of all systems.
• Participate in On-Call rotation for after-hours emergencies.
• Maintain accurate records regarding preventative maintenance, service requests, apartment make-ready, and periodic inspections.
• Complete unit turnovers.

Qualifications

This position occasionally requires long hours and possible evening, weekend and holiday work. Requires the ability to be on call and respond, if necessary, to emergencies on the property, during business hours & after hours, when informed.

Some travel required with paid mileage.

Ability to use hand tools and power tools.

Excellent customer service skills and the ability to communicate effectively and respectfully with residents of the community.

Must have and maintain a working telephone contact number.

Have reliable transportation, a valid Driver's License & proof of current liability automobile insurance (your name must be on the policy).

Have & maintain an acceptable driving record, criminal history checks, and Community Service Registry Record checks.

Education & Experience

High school diploma or GED is required.

Experience in general maintenance, including heating, air conditioning, electrical and plumbing equipment, and light carpentry preferred.

Volunteers of America of Oklahoma provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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