Maintenance Technician

PEOPLE; California; On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

PEOPLE is seeking a Maintenance Technician I to support property upkeep across multiple California sites. You will perform routine building maintenance, repairs, and preventative tasks, and coordinate with the Maintenance Supervisor and Property Manager.

Responsibilities include using tools, operating light equipment, reviewing work orders in Yardi, and ensuring safety and quality in all tasks. A valid CA license is required and travel to properties may be necessary.

Qualifications

• Basic construction or building maintenance knowledge is required.
• Microsoft Office and general computer proficiency highly desired.
• Ability to operate light equipment and hand tools used in maintenance and repair required.

Responsibilities

• Walk interior and exterior sidewalks daily, remove debris and trash, wash areas as needed.
• Clean, paint and repair vacant units per policy.
• Review work orders in Yardi and perform repairs not needing outside vendors.
• Determine warranty status and contact manufacturer/contractor for under-warranty items.
• Notify Property Manager of resident-caused repair items.
• Maintain inventories of parts and supplies; order as needed.
• Complete periodic unit inspections with Facilities Manager; prepare reports.
• Conduct preventative maintenance for building systems per Plan.
• Notify Property Manager of tenant violations and secure gates/dumpster areas.

Skills

Basic construction knowledge

Microsoft Office

Operate light equipment

Tools

Yardi

Work order software

Job description

Description

Essential Functions

• Walk interior and exterior sidewalks on a daily basis, removing debris and trash, washing the sidewalks/curbs/gutters as needed, and checking fencing for any required repairs.
• Clean, paint and repair vacant units consistent with PSHH policy and procedures.
• Review all work orders on a daily basis through the Yardi system, and make repairs for tenant after notification of entry if the repair does not require an outside vendor.
• Determine if any items requiring repair is under warranty and contact the manufacturer or contractor for repairs if under warranty.
• Determine if any repair items are resident caused and notify Property Manager.
• Maintain parts and supplies inventory. Order necessary parts, appliances, etc.
• Complete periodic inspections of units in coordination with the Facilities Manager.
• Be present at various inspections and prepare inspection reports as requested.
• Conduct preventative maintenance for building systems and equipment as prescribed in property Preventative Maintenance Plan.
• Notify the Property Manager of any tenant violations.
• Clean dumpster areas and make sure the gates are closed when not in active use.
• Ensure that rain gutters are free of debris.
• Repair washers and dryers as needed, or notify the Property Manager to contact an outside repair vendor.
• Repair and change locks as needed, and manage tenant lockouts.
• Unlock and lock the driveway gates per the approved schedule, for sites with security gates.
• Work within the approved budget for each site in coordination with the Maintenance Supervisor and Property Manager.

Other tasks as assigned.

Requirements

Skill & Knowledge Requirements

• Basic construction or building maintenance knowledge required.
• Microsoft Office and general computer proficiency highly desired.
• Ability to operate light equipment and hand tools used in maintenance and repair required.

Experience Requirements

Maintenance Technician I

• Minimum of 1 year maintenance or construction experience required.
• Yardi or similar work order software experience highly desired.

License/Certification Requirements

• Valid CA driver’s license, proof of auto insurance, and access to a reliable vehicle.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, stand and walk 7-8 hours daily, bend, squat, reach.
• Willing to travel to different properties for coverage, after hour calls, and emergency repairs.