Maintenance I/ Janitor

Evergreen Real Estate Services; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 27,552 - 30,307; Full time

Job summary

Evergreen Real Estate Services is seeking an on‑site Maintenance Technician to support the Property Manager and Maintenance Supervisor. You will perform routine repairs, help ensure a safe living environment, and assist with make‑ready tasks across a multi‑unit property in Richmond, VA.

Requires a high school diploma (GED acceptable) and 1–3 years related experience, plus trade certificates in HVAC, electrical, or plumbing.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; 1–3 years related experience preferred.
• Some trade school certificates in HVAC, electrical and plumbing.
• Valid driver’s license and automobile insurance required.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and basic repairs; complete make-ready tasks on schedule.
• Assist in safety inspections and ensure compliant work areas.
• Document resolutions to work orders and track preventive maintenance.
• Assist in sourcing bids and vendor services as needed.
• Maintain grounds and report safety hazards; keep common areas tidy.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Trade school certificates in HVAC

Trade school certificates in electrical

Trade school certificates in plumbing

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Measuring devices

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Oliver Crossing - Richmond, VA 23223
Position Type: Full Time
Education Level: High School
Salary Range: $20.00 - $22.00 Hourly
Job Category: IL Leasing License NOT Required

Summary

This position is primarily responsible for assisting the Property Manager and/or the Maintenance Supervisor/III in maintaining the physical integrity of the community at all times. This involves ensuring a safe and secure living environment for residents, visitors and staff. This position is also responsible for anticipating, identifying and correcting any and all problems involving the property and preventing such problems by performing the following duties.

Essentials – Duties & Responsibilities

• Conduct all business in accordance with company policies and procedures, state and federal laws; e.g., OSHA, ADA, Fair Housing, etc.
• Document resolutions to all work orders.
• Perform maintenance and repair tasks; ensure all make‑ready repairs and services are completed correctly and on schedule.
• Assist in troubleshooting maintenance problems and recommend corrections.
• Assist in collection of bids and procurement of outside services and/or vendors for contract or repair work.
• Remain available to perform work orders and routine, preventative and deferred maintenance tasks.
• Provide information for work order status reports, documentation of capital improvements and major repairs.
• Assist in keeping grounds neat and free of litter; rake, sweep, shovel as circumstances warrant.
• Immediately notify management of any unsafe conditions; e.g., broken gates to the pool, broken steps, open holes, broken/burned out exterior lights.
• Maintain accurate records regarding preventive maintenance, work orders, expenditures, apartment make‑ready status and work‑in‑progress.
• Assist in scheduling and performing minor and routine maintenance on all appropriate equipment regularly.
• Inspect and maintain all tools in excellent condition and inform management of spare parts and maintenance material inventory.
• Look out for safety hazards, including LBP, asbestos, radon, hazardous spills and workplace safety; notify management immediately if hazards exist.
• Maintain a "safety first" attitude.
• Ensure all safety equipment is used consistently and appropriately.
• Perform work area clean‑up and safety‑related duties.

Attendance

Must be punctual and timely in meeting all performance requirements, including attendance standards and work deadlines; begin and end assignments on time; and take scheduled work breaks, where applicable.

Competencies

• Intellectual
  • Problem Solving – Identify and resolve problems timely; gather and analyze information skillfully; develop alternative solutions; work well in group problem‑solving situations.
  • Technical Skills – Assess strengths and weaknesses; pursue training and development opportunities; continuously build knowledge and skills; share expertise with others.
• Interpersonal
  • Customer Service – Manage difficult or emotional customer situations; respond promptly to customer needs; solicit feedback to improve service; respond to service requests and assistance; meet commitments.
• Organization
  • Cost Consciousness – Work within approved budget; develop and implement cost‑saving measures.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Education and/or Experience

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Language Skills

• Read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Write simple correspondence.
• Effectively present information in one‑on‑one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees.

Computer Skills

• No computer skills needed.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• Some trade school certificates in HVAC, electrical and plumbing.
• Must have a valid state driver’s license and automobile insurance coverage.

Other Skills, Abilities, and Qualifications

• Performance under pressure and meet deadlines in a timely manner.
• Effective communication with residents (handle concerns, complaints and issues), vendors and staff.
• Inspect property, grounds and apartments.
• Work in a fast‑paced, multi‑faceted, customer service‑oriented environment.
• Work as a team, interact professionally and pleasant manner, and exercise problem‑solving skills.
• 0‑2 years’ experience in similar general property maintenance positions related to multi‑unit residential complexes.
• Utilize personal transportation to pick up replacement parts and supplies from vendors.
• On‑call status may require expedient travel to the assigned property at short notice.
• Available for on‑call services on a rotating basis, weekends and/or emergencies as circumstances warrant.
• Know and skillfully use following tools:
  • Hand tools: various wrenches, hammer, grips, saws, sledgehammer, snips, post‑hole 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 equipment: motors, pumps, compressors, blowers, electric and hand power augers, etc.
  • Measuring devices: calipers, voltmeters, ohmmeters, testing meters, PH tests, gauges, etc.
• Adapt with minimal or no advance notice to business changes without diminishing performance.
• Obey safety and security procedures; report unsafe conditions to management within the shift, before clocking out.

Physical Demands

• Stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle or feel, reach with arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
• Occasionally sit.
• Regularly lift or move up to 25 lbs; frequently up to 50 lbs; occasionally up to 100 lbs.

Work Environment

• Frequently exposed to outdoor weather conditions.
• Occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles.
• Noise level usually moderate.