Lead Maintenance Technician

J P Thayer Inc; Columbus (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

J P Thayer Inc. is seeking a Lead Maintenance Technician to maintain the property's physical integrity and provide a clean, safe living environment for residents and staff.

The role reports to the Property Manager and requires supervising maintenance tasks and coordinating with vendors. Responsibilities include managing work orders within 24 hours when possible, ensuring 24/7 emergency readiness, and maintaining safety standards with proper handling of materials.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED certificate is required.
• HVAC certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and inspect the property to ensure a safe, clean, and well-maintained living environment for residents, visitors and staff.
• Lead maintenance tasks and oversee maintenance technicians.
• Manage work orders and ensure timely completion, aiming for 24 hours when possible.
• Provide 24/7 emergency maintenance availability.
• Follow budget guidelines and obtain competitive bids for major expenses.
• Keep accurate records of preventative maintenance, service requests and expenditures.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

HVAC certification

Job description

EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Description

The Lead Maintenance Technician (Lead Tech) is fully accountable for maintaining the physical integrity of the community at all times. This involves insuring a clean and well maintained living environment for residents, visitors and staff. It is the Lead Tech's duty to anticipate, identify and correct any and all problems involving the property and to implement procedures that will prevent such problems. The Lead Tech will work under the supervision of the Property Manager to insure a clean and well maintained property, cultivating resident satisfaction while protecting the investment of the Owner.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Every person is expected to perform any reasonable task or request that is consistent with fulfilling company objectives.
• Represent the company in a professional manner at all times. Maintain a positive customer service attitude.
• Conduct all business in accordance with company policies and procedures, state and federal laws, e.g. OSHA, ADA, Fair Housing, etc.
• Lead, organize, train, review and participate in maintenance tasks. Lead Tech will oversee and inspect work performed by maintenance technicians.
• Manage system for handling work orders and insure all work orders are completed within 24 hours when possible.
• Insure maintenance is available for emergency purposes, 24 hours a day, seven days aweek.
• Maintain and communicate safety standards. Keep MSDS sheets current and readilyaccessible. Understand proper storage and management for hazardous materials, including solvents, flammables, caustics and refrigerants.
• Must be aware of the condition of the physical property throughout the community and immediately correct hazardous conditions; e.g. broken gates leading to pool, broken steps, open holes, broken/burned out exterior lights, etc.
• Maintain accurate records regarding preventative maintenance, service requests (received and completed) expenditures, apartment make-ready status, work-in-progress, etc.
• Schedule and perform minor routine maintenance on all appropriate equipment on aregular basis. Inspect and maintains all tools in excellent condition.
• Insures all make-ready repairs and services are completed correctly and on schedule.
• Works with Property Manager to follow budget and stay in compliance.
• Works with Property Manager to obtain competitive bids on all major expenses and requisitions.
• Maintains adequate inventory of spare parts and maintenance materials to handle most common repairs and situations. Purchase supplies while staying within budgeted guidelines.
• Identify all utility meter cut-offs, apartment and fixture cut-offs and sewer cleanouts.
• Insure all work areas are cleaned up and all storage areas remained locked when not in use.
• On a daily basis the Lead Tech should be able to diagnose and perform minor and routine maintenance/repair involving the following:
  • Electrical and plumbing (including water lines)
  • A/C and heating systems
  • Water irrigation systems
  • Appliances
  • Stairs, gates, fences, patios, railings
  • Tile, carpet, flooring
  • Interior/exterior lights
  • Walls
  • Gas fixtures and appliances (where applicable)
  • Doors, cabinets, windows, sliding glass doors
  • Gas and electric
  • Door locks
  • Controlled access system (where applicable)
  • Roofing, gutters
  • Ceiling leaks, ceiling fans
  • Pool areas, pool furniture
• Must be knowledgeable and skilled in the safe use and maintenance of the following:
• Hand tools: various wrenches, hammers, grips, saws, sledgehammers, snips, posthole diggers, etc.
• Power tools: wrenches, grinders, sanders, drills, saws, etc.
• User-moved aids: wheelbarrows, dollies, hand trucks, buckets hoists, jacks, step ladders, full ladders, double ladders
• Mechanical equipments: motors, pumps, compressors, blowers, electric and hand power augers, etc.
• Measuring devices: calipers, voltmeters, ohmmeters, testing meters, PH tests, gauges,etc.
• Attendance is an imperative job function.

Physical Requirements

Constant need to be on feet (66% to 100% of time).

Must be able to work off ladders up to 20 feet off the ground, climb onto second-story roofs with pitches up to 6 through 12, work under sinks, move appliances including refrigerators, dishwashers, washers, dryers and ranges.

Must be able to lift and carry up to 125 pounds (over 50 lbs. is often accomplished with assistance from one or more persons).

Must have full range of motion of all joints including full range of motion of lower back, wrists, elbows, shoulders, hips, knees and ankles.

Must be able to work above shoulder level and/or with arms extended fully above head for extended periods of time.

Must have full strength and sensation both upper and lower extremities.

Must be able to climb flights of stairs to access work on second floor wearing tool belt.

Must be able to effectively communicate orally and in writing.

Work in inclement weather when required.

Driving/Traveling Requirements

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 have valid driver's license and automobile insurance coverage.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED certificate is required.

Position requires at least 3 years experience in property management or equivalent field.

HVAC certification.

Position requires 40 hours per week. Weekends as circumstances warrant; on-call on a rotating basis and for emergencies.

Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time

Position Lead Maintenance Technician

Location Gardenbrook / Gentian

About the Organization

This position is currently accepting applications.