Maintenance Tech

Encore HCS; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Encore HCS is seeking a Maintenance Tech to uphold the physical condition of residential apartments and campus areas. You will perform routine and emergency repairs, respond to HVAC issues, and complete work orders with detailed information.

The role requires 1–2 years of maintenance experience, strong knowledge of electrical, plumbing and general upkeep, and the ability to work with residents and staff. This on-site position may include on-call overtime and requires dependable attendance.

Qualifications

• Must have 1–2 years of maintenance experience in a residential apartment complex, commercial building, or maintenance.
• Must possess working knowledge of residential building maintenance including plumbing, electrical, flooring and appliances; HVAC knowledge is required.
• Ability to communicate effectively with residents and staff; work under general supervision and be flexible and dependable.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and emergency repairs in residential apartments and public areas, including electrical, plumbing, doors and fixtures.
• Assist in initial response for HVAC malfunctions and perform simple repairs.
• Respond to emergency calls for system and equipment failures.
• Complete work orders with detailed information on tasks performed and equipment used.
• Assist other maintenance personnel on projects and campus snow removal as needed.
• Maintain proper levels of materials and supplies to ensure timely task completion.
• Work scheduled and on-call overtime as necessary.
• Perform additional duties as directed by the Supervisor and Director of General Services.

Skills

Residential maintenance

Electrical

Plumbing

HVAC knowledge

Communication with residents

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

Tuesday - Saturday 8am-4pm

GENERAL SUMMARY:

The Maintenance Tech is responsible for the overall upkeep of residential apartments and public areas through responsive, accurate and efficient maintenance. This will be accomplished through the performance of simple tasks that require the application of general maintenance and repair techniques, materials, tools and equipment.

The Maintenance Tech serves as a member of the Maintenance team that is responsible for the physical condition of all buildings on campus.

Essential Job Duties:

Include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

1. 1. Performs routine and emergency repairs in residential apartments and public areas including correcting electrical malfunctions, repairing and replacing plumbing fixtures, pipes and fittings, repairing and replacing light bulbs and fixtures, repairing doors and locks, etc.
2. 2. Assists in providing initial response for malfunction of residential HVAC equipment. Performs resets and simple repairs as necessary.
3. 3. Respond to emergency calls for system and equipment failure.
4. 4. Completes all work orders in a timely manner while providing detailed information regarding the task(s) performed along with all prescribed/pertinent equipment information.
5. 5. Will assist other Maintenance personnel, when necessary, in the completion of various projects or repairs including campus snow removal.
6. 6. Assists in maintaining proper levels of materials and supplies for the campus to ensure the timely and efficient completion of necessary tasks.
7. 7. Will be expected to work a reasonable amount of scheduled and "on-call" overtime as necessary.
8. 8. Performs additional duties requested by the Supervisor and the Director of General Services in order to ensure the effective and efficient operation within the community.

9. Attendance is essential to this job. Must also maintain dependability and punctuality as outlined in

Attendance policy.

WELLNESS FOCUS:

The Community employees are expected to promote a healthy community culture for all residents

and employees. This is a whole-person approach to health and wellness which includes eight dimensions of wellness: Emotional, Environmental, Health Services, Intellectual, Physical, Social, Spiritual

and Vocational. Through these efforts we can ensure and exceed residents’ wellness needs relating to

their mind, body and soul, which may also have a positive effect on the employees, as a result.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Must possess a working knowledge of residential building maintenance to include, but not limited to,

plumbing, electrical, flooring and appliances. Must have knowledge of HVAC.

Must be able to effectively communicate with residents and staff. Must function under general supervision. Must be flexible and have integrity. Must possess the ability of effectively work with residents and staff.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

High School or GED. Possess 1-2 years of maintenance experience in a residential apartment complex, commercial building construction or maintenance.

This organization does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of ancestry, race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, military status, veteran status, or disability. No question on the application is intended to secure information to be used for such discrimination. This application will be given every consideration, however its receipt does not imply employment for the applicant