Asst. Lead Maintenance

NE Property Management; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

NE Property Management is seeking an experienced maintenance technician in Oklahoma City. The role requires 3 years of experience in property maintenance and HVAC certification. Responsibilities include overseeing maintenance tasks, conducting safety meetings, and performing various repairs.

Applicants must have a valid driver's license and the ability to work flexible hours, including weekends. Join our team to ensure the smooth operation of our properties.

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience in apartment or multifamily property maintenance required.
• HVAC/EPA certification required.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English required.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance tasks and oversee assistants.
• Conduct safety meetings and maintain compliance with regulations.
• Diagnose and perform routine repairs on various systems.

Skills

Experience in property maintenance

HVAC knowledge

Problem-solving skills

Education

HVAC/EPA certification

Valid driver’s license

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Testing meters

Job description

Resident Service

• Performs maintenance tasks personally or delegates to assistants. Oversees and inspects work performed by assistants.
• Institutes and manages the system for handling resident service requests. Corrects situations within 24 hours when possible.
• Schedules maintenance personnel in conjunction with the manager so that maintenance is available for emergency purposes, 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Preventative Maintenance/Safety

• Conducts regularly scheduled safety meetings with entire staff; maintains and communicates HAZCOM standards. Keeps MSDS sheets current and readily accessible. Maintains thorough knowledge of pertinent laws and EPA and OSHA regulations governing property storage and management of hazardous materials, including solvents, flammables, caustics, and refrigerants.
• Must be aware of the condition of physical property throughout the community and immediately correct unsafe conditions, e.g., broken gates leading to the pool, broken steps, open holes, broken/burned-out exterior lights.
• Maintains accurate records regarding preventative maintenance, service requests (received and completed), expenditures, apartment make-ready status, work-in-progress, etc.
• Schedules and performs minor and routine maintenance on all appropriate equipment regularly. Inspects and maintains all tools in excellent condition.
• Trains and assists in the development of all subordinate maintenance staff. Instills a "safety first" attitude not only with maintenance technicians but with all staff.
• Instructs staff on proper use and guidelines for wearing safety items.

General

• Diagnoses and performs minor and routine maintenance or repair involving the following daily: electrical and plumbing (including water lines), A/C and heating systems, 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, security systems, ceiling leaks, walls, texturing, painting, pool areas, tile, hot tub/spa, pool furniture.
• Ensures that all make-ready repairs and services are completed correctly and on schedule.
• Reports all major repairs and requisitions to the manager before any expenditure of funds.
• Changes lock and make keys.
• Removes and transfers heavy appliances and equipment from storage area to apartment (or vice versa) as circumstances warrant. Assists in moving abandoned furniture, appliances, etc., to a dumpster when necessary.
• Maintains adequate inventory of spare parts and maintenance materials to handle most common repairs and situations.
• Identifies all utility meter cut-offs, apartment and fixture cut-offs, sewer cleanouts and prepares maps indicating the same.
• Performs work area clean-up and safety-related duties.
• Ensures that storage areas remain locked when not in use.
• Assists in keeping grounds neat and free of litter. Rakes, sweeps, shovels as circumstances warrant.
• Performs any additional duties assigned by manager or property supervisor.

Equipment Requirement

Required to wear back support belt, goggles when working with specific equipment, masks, and gloves as tasks dictate.

Equipment/Machinery/Tools

• Hand Tools – Various wrenches, hammers, grips, saws, sledgehammers, snips, posthole diggers, etc.
• Power Tools – Grinders, sanders, buffers, saws, drills, etc.
• User‑Mover Aids – Wheelbarrows, dollies, hand trucks, buckets, hoists, jacks, step ladders, full ladders, double ladders.
• Mechanical Equipment – Motors, pumps, compressors, blowers, electrical and hand‑powered drills, etc.
• Measuring Devices – Calipers, voltmeters, ohmmeters, testing meters, pH tests, gauges, etc.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work a minimum of 40 hours per week. Must be available evenings, nights, weekends for staffing needs and emergencies.
• Be able to stand and walk or sit alternatively depending on specific needs of the day. Estimate 70-85% of the time is spent on feet.
• Able to move equipment and appliances.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment, meet deadlines, and multi‑task.
• Have occasional need to perform the following physical activities: bend, stoop, squat; climb stairs and ladders; reach above shoulder; grasp, grip, turn tools and equipment to perform routine repairs; finger dexterity to handle tools.
• Lift 25-50 lbs. Lifting and carrying items over 50 lbs. should be done using assistance from one or more persons (e.g., washers/dryers, refrigerators, A/C units, abandoned sofas, etc.).
• Push or pull 75 lbs.
• Good vision – frequently need to see things clearly beyond arm’s reach; constant need to see small detail when performing routine maintenance duties.
• Good hearing – must use listening skills to diagnose needed repairs.
• Able to work in a fast‑paced environment with an attitude toward customer service; performs duties under pressure and meets deadlines promptly.
• Works as part of a team to complete assignments; takes instruction from supervisors; ability to problem‑solve; interacts with co‑workers, supervisors, guests, and the public professionally and pleasantly.
• Frequent need to utilize personal transportation to pick up replacement parts and supplies from vendors. Rotation on‑call status may occasionally require expedient travel to assigned property at a moment’s notice.
• Must be able to apply principles of logical thinking to define problems, collect pertinent data, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, and initiate an appropriate course of action. Must effectively convey ideas, images, and goals to a diverse group of personalities.

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience in apartment or multifamily property maintenance required (apartments, condos, townhomes, etc.).
• HVAC/EPA certification required.
• EPA/HVAC license.
• CPO certification preferred.
• CAMT certification preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and automobile insurance required.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English required.
• Minimum of 40 hours per week.
• Weekends as circumstances warrant.
• On‑call on a rotating basis and for emergencies.

NE Property Management provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, NE Property Management complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location where the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.