MAINTENANCE ASSISTANT - Ft. Wayne, IN

RealAmerica Development LLC; Fort Wayne, Northern (IN, KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Paid Life Insurance

Medical Insurance

Dental, vision, voluntary life, short‑

term and long-term disability

401(k) Retirement Plan

Wellness Seminars

Job summary

RealAmerica Development LLC seeks a Maintenance Assistant for 41 North Apartments and Morada At Maysville Apartments in Ft. Wayne, IN.

The role is full-time (40 hours/week) with a pay range of $20.00–$23.00 per hour and a comprehensive benefits package. Responsibilities include completing service requests, preventative maintenance, inspections support, snow removal, curb appeal, and general repair tasks across multi-family properties.

Qualifications

• Two years maintenance/repair of HVAC, mechanical, electrical, plumbing and grounds maintenance in multi-family housing
• Supervisory and training experience desired
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Math proficiency sufficient to assist in budget preparation, expense monitoring and other maintenance needs
• Knowledge of Equal Housing Opportunity (EHO) requirements and applicable program regulations
• Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds
• Must furnish own reliable transportation and maintain a valid driver’s license
• Furnish own hand tools to perform normal maintenance repairs.
• On call for emergency repairs/maintenance on designated weeks
• General knowledge in all areas of apartment maintenance including but not limited to; plumbing, electrical, carpentry and painting.
• Ability to operate all necessary tools/equipment to perform the essential function of the position
• Demonstrated experience and working knowledge of OSHA standards and other environmental safety standards
• Ability to perform a variety of duties in all types of weather
• Furnish own hand tools to perform normal maintenance repairs.

Responsibilities

• Complete service requests within a timely manner.
• Perform preventative maintenance as outlined by Property Manager and the Unit Inspection policy.
• Assist Property Managers with inspections when necessary.
• Assist management with any other duty that is requested.
• Pick up any trash seen on properties daily
• Sweep curbs as requested.
• Assist with snow removal as needed.
• Maintain property curb appeal to include lawn care, curbs, sidewalks, parking lots and open breezeways.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

HVAC systems

Electrical

Plumbing

General maintenance

Communication skills

Budgeting

OSHA/compliance

Tool proficiency

Physical stamina

Driving

Hand tools

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

EPA Designation/Certificate

Job description

MAINTENANCE ASSISTANT - 41 North Apartments and Morada At Maysville Apartments

Department: Property Management

Status: Non-exempt/Hourly

Reports to: VP of Property Management

Full Time - 40 Hours Per Week $20.00 - 23.00 per hour

Are you the assistant maintenance tech we're looking for?

RealAmerica has an immediate opening at our apartment communities located in Ft. Wayne, IN. We are looking for a team member that is driven by high expectations and great personal fulfillment. Do you thrive in a role where reliability and dependability are valued? Where you can make a difference in people’s lives?

We are an established multifamily Design, Development, Construction and Property Management group of companies with a primary focus on affordable housing. If you want a career with purpose, this is your industry.

Successful candidates will take pride in their work and be a team player.

Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Interests will determine if you are the one we need for the position. Tell us about yourself and how you can contribute to our company. Our full-time positions include the following benefits:

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Life Insurance
• Medical Insurance
• Dental, vision, voluntary life, short-term and long-term disability
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Wellness Seminars

Principal Objective of the Position:

The principal purpose of this position is to provide quality residential maintenance and customer service so that tenants are assured safe, quality and decent living conditions.

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:

Training/Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• EPA Designation/Certificate
• Valid driver’s license and reliable private transportation

Experience/Skills

• Two years maintenance/repair of HVAC, mechanical, electrical, plumbing and grounds maintenance in multi-family housing
• Supervisory and training experience desired
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Math proficiency sufficient to assist in budget preparation, expense monitoring and other maintenance needs
• Knowledge of Equal Housing Opportunity (EHO) requirements and applicable program regulations
• Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds.
• Must furnish own reliable transportation and maintain a valid driver’s license
• Furnish own hand tools to perform normal maintenance repairs.
• On call for emergency repairs/maintenance on designated weeks
• General knowledge in all areas of apartment maintenance including but not limited to; plumbing, electrical, carpentry and painting.
• Ability to operate all necessary tools/equipment to perform the essential function of the position
• Demonstrated experience and working knowledge of OSHA standards and other environmental safety standards
• Ability to perform a variety of duties in all types of weather
• Furnish own hand tools to perform normal maintenance repairs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Complete service requests within a timely manner.
• Perform preventative maintenance as outlined by Property Manager and the Unit Inspection policy.
• Assist Property Managers with inspections when necessary.
• Assist management with any other duty that is requested.
• Pick up any trash seen on properties daily
• Sweep curbs as requested.
• Assist with snow removal as needed.
• Maintain property curb appeal to include lawn care, curbs, sidewalks, parking lots and open breezeways.
• Other duties as assigned

Dress Code

Appropriate attire, including safety equipment, uniform shirt

Contacts and Liaisons:

The Maintenance Assistant will regularly communicate with all necessary RealAmerica Management Company employees, outside vendors and other individuals as deemed necessary to fulfill the responsibilities of the position.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

As with our Mission, Vision, and Values; DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) is always at the forefront of our operation. At RealAmerica we drive an inclusive culture that respects, encourages, supports, and celebrates the diverse voices of our employees.