Maintenance Assistant

Associa; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401k offered

Vacation accrual

Medical, dental and vision

9 paid holidays

Wellness incentives

Job summary

Associa is seeking a part-time Maintenance Assistant to join our team in Tacoma. The role runs Monday–Friday, 9:00am–3:00pm, with occasional after-hours or Saturday work for critical tasks.

You will work both independently and with the maintenance manager to perform general facility maintenance, minor repairs and cleaning across properties. Physical duties include outdoor work in all weather, lifting up to 50–100 lbs, and safe use of hand and power tools.

Qualifications

• Physical ability to perform general maintenance tasks and cleaning.
• Comfort working outdoors in varying weather and temperatures.
• Ability to lift light to moderate loads and move equipment as needed.

Responsibilities

• Clean all common areas in flats and cabana.
• Assist maintenance manager with garbage pickup and dumping.
• Maintain community grounds and remove debris.
• Change light bulbs and door hardware; adjust mechanisms.
• Paint and perform basic repairs as assigned.
• Perform pool maintenance and balance chemicals.
• Assist with roofs, gutters, vents and drains cleaning/repairs.
• Assemble equipment and replace batteries in alarms.

Skills

General maintenance

Outdoor work

Cleaning

Team collaboration

Job description

With more than 225 branch offices across North America, Associa is building the future of community for nearly five million residents worldwide. Our 11,000+ team members lead the industry with unrivaled education, expertise, and trailblazing innovation. For more than 43 years, Associa has brought positive impact and meaningful value to communities. To learn more, visit www.associaonline.com.

Job Description

Associa is looking for a Maintenance Assistant to join the team.

The maintenance assistant is a part time position, Monday through Friday from 9:00am to 3:00pm. You may occasionally be asked to continue working after 3:00pm or a Saturday if there are critical tasks that must be finished. You will be required to work outside in cold, rainy or snowy conditions. You will also be required to work in hot weather with reasonable accommodations. You will be working with the maintenance manager as well as on your own. You will perform general facility maintenance, minor repairs and cleaning.

Benefits Summary

• Vacation accrual begins after 90 days at 6.67 hrs per month with a cap at 160 hours, depending on years of service
• Employees who are active and full-time are eligible to accrue 3.34 hours per month up to a maximum of40.00 hours (5 days) per calendar year
• 401k offered
• 9 paid holidays
• Medical, dental and vision offered
• Short and long term disability plus other voluntary insurance options
• World-Class Training
• Individual and Branch Achievement Bonuses
• CAI (Community Association Industry) Course/Designation Assistance
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Wellness Incentives

Compensation

$17.13 - 18.00/hour;direct experience highly considered.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Clean all common areas in flats and cabana
• Assist the maintenance manager with garbage pickup and dumping
• General upkeep of the community grounds, including picking up waste from animals, trash and storm debris, and assisting with the removal of small trees and bushes
• Change light bulbs, door locks/latches and adjust door mechanisms for proper function
• Painting
• General pool maintenance, including vacuuming, removing rocks or debris and balancing chemicals to keep the pool safe for swimmers
• Assist the maintenance manager with cleaning roofs, gutters, vents and drains
• Assist the maintenance manager with repairing roofs, gutters, vents and drains
• Assemble equipment
• Replace batteries in smoke alarms and electronic door locks

Requirements

Physical requirements

• The ability to stand, crouch, bend, kneel and crawl without assistance
• The ability to stand/walk for extended periods
• The ability to lift 50-100 lbs with reasonable accommodation
• The ability to work in confined spaces such as crawl spaces and attics
• The ability to climb ladders and walk on roofs with reasonable safety accommodations
• The ability to perform tasks that may require reaching or holding your hands above your head
• The ability to balance and safely work on uneven or slippery surfaces
• The ability to work outdoors in the heat, cold, rain or snow
• The ability to work in areas that are noisy, dirty or smelly with reasonable safety accommodations
• The ability to wear safety equipment such as a dust mask, respirator, climbing harness, safety goggles/glasses, hearing protection
• The ability to safely use hand tools and operate power tools

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.