Maintenance Assistant / Make Ready - Houston, Texas

The Inter-Faith Group

Houston (TX)

On-site

USD 36,000 - 48,000

Full time

13 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

The Inter-Faith Group's Texas Inter-Faith Management/40i is seeking a full-time Maintenance Assistant / Make Ready to support two Houston properties (77034 and 77075). You will perform repairs, prepare units for new tenants, and coordinate preventive maintenance between sites.

Candidates should have maintenance experience in apartments, with plumbing, electrical, painting, drywall, and HVAC/EPA knowledge. A valid driver's license and reliable transportation are required, and you must be willing

Qualifications

Prior apartment maintenance experience preferred.
Must have plumbing, electrical repair, painting, appliance repair and drywall experience.
Self-starter, able to work independently.
Valid driver's license, insurance and car registration for business use.
On-call availability and on-site presence on short notice.
HVAC Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Make repairs and perform daily maintenance of buildings and mechanical equipment.
Coordinate all preventive maintenance work and plan daily work orders.
Prepare vacant units for new tenants in a timely manner.
Plumbing fixture replacement.
Electrical repairs and light fixture replacements.
Sheetrock repairs and interior painting.
HVAC/EPA maintenance.
Carpentry repairs (cabinet and doors).
Troubleshooting work orders and maintaining grounds and common areas.
Monitor and inspect building systems; report unsafe areas to Lead Maintenance.
Maintain OSHA safety standards.
Handle hazardous materials safely.
Assist with preventive maintenance for interiors, exteriors, pools and fitness equipment.
Respond to service requests within 24 hours.
Maintain inventory of tools and supplies.
Ensure cleanliness, safety and proper functionality of buildings and amenities.
Additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Maintenance experience

HVAC/EPA knowledge

Plumbing & electrical repair

Painting & drywall

Carpentry

Driver's license

On-call flexibility

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Basic hand & power tools

Job description

Position Summary Texas Inter-Faith Management/40i is a non-profit organization affiliated with The Inter-Faith Group (IFG), which is an alliance of seven independently operated non-profits that share a collective mission to create quality affordable housing and support services to families. Our team members are expected to embrace, exemplify and uphold our core values of Stewardship, Hard-working, Well-respected, Innovation, and Neighborly cooperation (SHWIN), in order to foster positive relationships both within the organization and with external stakeholders.

We are seeking a full-time Maintenance Assistant / Make Ready to support two of our properties located in Houston, TX (77034) and Houston, TX (77075). This position will provide maintenance and make-ready support at both properties. The Maintenance Assistant / Make Ready must be willing and able to travel between the Houston locations as needed and perform assigned maintenance, repairs, make-ready duties, and other property-related work at either location based on operational needs. Reliable transportation and the ability to regularly travel between both properties are required for this position. We are looking for someone that is proactive, self-motivated, reliable, honest and takes great pride in their work and job performance. All candidates should have previous experience in landscaping, painting, apartment turnover maintenance and knowledge of HVAC/EPA.

Job Type: Full-time

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8-hour shift, with weekend availability, on-call, and possible overtime.

Responsibilities Include But Are Not Limited To

Make repairs and perform daily maintenance of buildings and mechanical equipment installed inside.
Coordinate all preventive maintenance work by fulfilling the daily work orders and preparing plans.
Prepare vacant units for new tenants in a timely manner.
Plumbing fixture replacement.
Electrical repairs and light fixture replacements.
Sheetrock repairs and interior painting.
HVAC/EPA maintenance.
Carpentry repairs (cabinet and doors).
Troubleshooting all work orders, maintaining/ cleaning grounds and common areas.
Monitor and constantly inspect building systems, fire, electrical, security, elevators, etc. Report all unsafe areas to Lead Maintenance.
Maintain a workplace that adheres to OSHA and all safety standards.
Maintain flammable and hazardous materials in a safe and secure area.
Assist with a preventive maintenance program for all building interiors and exteriors including pools, and fitness equipment. HVAC systems, lighting, etc.
Respond to all service requests within 24 hours. Ensure that all service requests are completed correctly and in a timely manner.
Maintain proper inventory of all tools and supplies needed.
Ensure all physical aspects of the building, grounds and amenities meet the Company’s standard for cleanliness, appearance, safety, and overall functionality.
Additional duties as assigned.

Knowledge & Skills

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES)

Prior experience as an apartment maintenance technician or similar role.
Must have experience in plumbing, electrical repair, painting, appliance repair and drywall.
Must be a self-starter and able to work independently.
Must have valid driver's license, insurance and car registration, if driving for business purposes.
Ability to be on-call and on the property on short notice, when needed.
HVAC Certified, preferred.

Education & Experience