Maintenance Technician

Landings Real Estate Group; City of Newburgh (NY); On-site; USD 35,817 - 38,572; Full time

Job summary

A property management firm seeks a Maintenance Technician to perform essential maintenance and repairs at its facilities. This role involves handling plumbing, electrical, and carpentry tasks, ensuring properties are well-maintained and assisting with emergency calls. The ideal candidate will possess a high school diploma, have some maintenance experience, and a valid driver's license. This full-time position emphasizes reliability and strong interpersonal skills while offering hands-on training opportunities.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of multi-family maintenance, construction, or trade experience preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required.
• Ability to read and interpret documents and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Perform general maintenance and repairs for plumbing, HVAC, and electrical systems.
• Conduct turnover work in vacant apartments and complete work orders in a timely manner.
• Respond to emergency calls and assist in snow removal operations.

Skills

General carpentry and repair

Ability to use hand tools and power tools

Strong customer service orientation

Effective interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Additional schooling or follow-up trade schooling

Job description

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Base pay range

$26.00/hr - $28.00/hr

Job Overview

The Maintenance Technician - Carpentry Specialist will perform general maintenance and repairs for assigned equipment and facilities including plumbing, electrical, basic carpentry, heating and cooling, and other building systems. Assists the Maintenance Supervisor in completing all work required in running the Orchard Hill landings. Perform all duties in accordance with company operating policies.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• None.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Conduct turnover work in vacant apartments (paint, clean, maintenance items, etc.)
• Complete all work order requests in a timely manner (normally within 24 hours) including plumbing, heating, electrical, HVAC, carpentry, key & lock, painting, landscaping, roofing, glass/window screen repair & replacement, appliance repair, etc.
• Keep curb appeal at highest level daily by removing all trash, inspecting sprinkler lines, and maintaining weed control. Grounds problems should be brought to the attention of the maintenance supervisor who will contact the landscape crew.
• Respond to emergency calls in accordance with work order priority system (including evenings, weekends, and holidays).
• Assist with and participate in snow removal operation.
• Assist with and participate in the moving of supplies, parts, appliances, HVAC equipment, glass, equipment, tools, etc.
• Assist with and participate in maintaining the pool and associated equipment, if applicable.
• Clean/sweep tennis courts, basketball courts, volleyball courts, racquetball courts, etc., if applicable.
• Advise supervisors of any known or potential liability risks.
• Keep dumpster and/or other garbage areas clean.
• Maintain and clean the clubhouse/office, if applicable.
• Maintain ready vacant units in proper working condition and keep them clean.
• Adhere to all Landings Real Estate Group policies and procedures and all government regulations such as Fair Housing, American with Disabilities Act, OSHA, etc.
• Eliminate waste and assist in budget spending controls.
• Any other items the Maintenance Supervisor, Community Manager, Construction Superintendent may require.
• Maintenance technicians must be able to respond timely, be of sound mind, and able to exercise good judgement in the event of any emergency recognizing that the timing of emergencies is unpredictable. Emergencies may differ per property and per season.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Ability to follow instructions from supervisors or senior maintenance workers.
• Knowledge of general carpentry and repair.
• Ability to use hand tools and power tools.
• Positive attitude, highly organized, and energetic.
• Strong customer service orientation.
• Effective interpersonal skills.
• Ability to read and interpret documents, the ability to communicate in written form and the ability to speak and communicate effectively.
• Valid driver’s license, and reliable transportation.

Education And Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required. Additional schooling or follow-up trade schooling preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year of multi-family maintenance, construction, or trade (plumbing, HVAC, electrical, carpentry, etc.) experience preferred.
• On-the-job training offered.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to regularly sustain prolonged periods standing and walking.
• Possess ability to regularly stoop, kneel, crouch, lift equipment, use hands to fingers, reach with arms and hands, handle objects, tools, and equipment.
• Must be physically able to climb ladders, bend, or crawl into awkward spaces.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time.
• Ability to work in all types of weather.

Landings Management LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing