MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN

ZipRecruiter; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated maintenance technician to join their team. This role involves a variety of responsibilities including performing repairs, conducting preventative maintenance, and ensuring the community remains in top condition. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills, a keen attention to detail, and the ability to work independently as well as collaboratively. With a commitment to fostering a positive and inclusive work environment, this company offers competitive wages and numerous benefits. If you are ready to take on challenges and grow your career, this opportunity could be the perfect fit for you.

Benefits

Health, Dental, and Vision Benefits

Life Insurance

401(k) and 401(k) Roth

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid Holidays and PTO Time

Training and Professional Development Opportunities

Positive and Inclusive Work Environment

Opportunities for Career Advancement

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and ability to work both independently and in a team.
• Excellent communication and troubleshooting skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance tasks including repairs, painting, and appliance fixes.
• Conduct HVAC repairs and routine preventative maintenance.
• Maintain community areas and respond to service requests promptly.

Skills

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Troubleshooting Abilities

Organizational Skills

Team Collaboration

Decision-Making Skills

Initiative

Tools

HVAC Tools

Basic Electrical Tools

Plumbing Tools

Carpentry Tools

Job description

Job Description:

Responsibilities:

• Professionally communicate with coworkers, vendors, and clients.
• Must possess a positive attitude and desire to lead by example.
• Be able to work both independently and as a member of a team.
• Must be organized and able to prioritize tasks.
• Identify and report to management issues involving employees or property.
• Timely complete service requests in occupied apartments.
• Maintain common hallways and community room areas.
• Turn vacant apartments to make them ready for leasing.
• Remove trash and debris from vacant units; assist bailiff with evictions.
• Repair or replace window glass and screens.
• Paint and/or touch up paint as needed.
• Perform carpentry tasks including repairing/replacing drywall, doors, trim molding, cabinets, countertops, and tile work.
• Conduct basic electrical work including replacing light switches, receptacles, GFCIs; installing light fixtures and ceiling fans; locating shorts and open circuits.
• Carry out basic appliance repairs including replacing stove burners, switches, oven elements, refrigerator thermostats, defrost timers, fan motors, dishwasher switches, pumps, and washer/dryer repairs.
• Perform basic plumbing work including repairing/replacing faucets, tubs, commodes, water heaters, showers, sinks, and garbage disposals; unclogging drains; repairing leaks of all kinds.
• Conduct HVAC repairs including troubleshooting and replacement of components. Should have or be able to achieve EPA Refrigerant Recovery Certification.
• Maintain operable exterior and common area lighting including replacing bulbs, timers, photocells, starters, ballasts, fixtures, and locating shorts.
• Remove ice and snow from walkways, porches, and drives as deemed necessary for safety.
• Perform general grounds duties including picking up trash, planting flowers, pulling weeds, laying dirt and mulch, growing grass, moving hoses, fixing fences, and sweeping walkways.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance to ensure that machines, tools, and equipment continue to run properly.
• Complete work required by municipalities and building inspectors.
• Perform after-hours on-call services for designated maintenance emergencies and customer convenience issues.
• Work overtime when needed.
• Lifting up to 50 lbs. and climbing ladders to various heights is required.
• May be asked to assist Supervisor/Manager/Area Director with other tasks and duties relative to community operations.

Benefits:

• Competitive wages within the industry.
• Health, dental, and vision benefits.
• Life insurance and AD&D.
• AFLAC.
• 401(k) and 401(k) Roth.
• Allyhealth Tele-Medicine.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Paid Holidays and PTO Time.
• Training and professional development opportunities.
• Positive and inclusive work environment.
• Opportunities for career advancement within the company.

Princeton Management is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Requirements:

Applicants should demonstrate strong attention to detail, the capacity to collaborate effectively within a team and independently, excellent communication skills, adept troubleshooting abilities, sound decision-making skills, and the initiative to undertake responsibilities and tackle challenges.