Maintenance Technician

Associa; Mequon (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Associa is seeking a Maintenance Technician to handle exterior maintenance duties across communities. Responsibilities include carpentry, painting, plumbing, and electrical repairs to ensure proper and safe property upkeep.

Requirements include 3–5 years in related work, effective communication with clients, and knowledge of safety and maintenance regulations. Travel may be required; overtime and on-call rotations may apply.

Qualifications

• Effective communication with internal and external customers and clients.
• Knowledge of general maintenance requirements, safety, reporting and regulations.
• Knowledge of electrical and plumbing codes and maintenance requirements.
• Knowledge of OSHA safety requirements.
• Knowledge of local safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine preventive maintenance to ensure building systems operate efficiently and facilities are well maintained.
• Carry out carpentry, painting, plumbing and electrical repairs as needed.
• Clean and repair fixtures such as lights, locks, windows, doors, and gutters.
• Operate and perform routine maintenance on systems and equipment; maintain company vehicle.

Skills

Carpentry

Painting

Plumbing

Electrical

Safety compliance

Time management

Customer service

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Power drill

Power saw

Screwdrivers

Level

Hammer

Job description

With more than 225 branch offices across North America, Associa is building the future of community for nearly five million residents worldwide. Our 11,000+ team members lead the industry with unrivaled education, expertise, and trailblazing innovation. For more than 43 years, Associa has brought positive impact and meaningful value to communities. To learn more, visit www.associaonline.com.

Job Description

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for the maintenance duties of Associations involving mostly exterior carpentry, painting, plumbing repairs, electrical repairs and minor roofing repairs in addition to other exterior responsibilities to guarantee that the communities we manage are properly and safely maintained.

• Perform routine preventive maintenance to ensure that building systems operate efficiently and that the physical condition of buildings do not deteriorate.
• Perform maintenance tasks such as carpentry, painting, plumbing and electrical repairs to ensure that the building is properly maintained.
• Clean and repair building fixtures including lights, locks, windows, doors, screens, walls, floors, gutters and drains.
• Operate and perform routine maintenance and repairs on systems & equipment as needed.
  • Maintain company issued vehicle (routine PM’s, oil changes etc.)
  • Other duties as assigned.

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

Requirements

• Must be able to communicate effectively with internal and external customers and clients
• Knowledge of general maintenance requirements, (documentation, safety, required reporting, regulations, etc.)
• Knowledge of electrical and plumbing codes and maintenance requirements, (documentation, safety, required reporting, regulations, etc.)
• Knowledge of OSHA worksite and personal safety requirements.
• Knowledge of State or local governmental safety requirements.
• Professional communication skills (phone, interpersonal, written, verbal, etc.).
• Professional customer service skills.
• Interpretation and completion of verbal and/or written instructions at a proficient level.
• Knowledge of company policies, procedures and forms.
• Time management and time critical prioritization skills.
• Self-motivated, proactive, detail oriented and a team player.
• May be required to provide own basic tools (power drill, power saw, screwdrivers, level, hammer, etc.)
• Ability to safely operate, climb and perform work on ladders (1-2 stories) – 24-28ft.
• Ability to operate smartphone & email (day-to‑day operations, basic communication/monthly expense reports)
• Must be able to operate a vehicle from one location to another (do they sign anything?)
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 20 pounds on a frequent basis.
• Must be able to sit, stand, bend, pull/push, grasp, twist, reach above shoulder, walk, stoop, kneel and climb.
• Must be able to use hands and fingers to input data to information system; and talk or hear in order to gather and provide information on departmental processes.

Education And Experience

• High School Diploma or GED Required
• 3 -- 5 years of directly related or closely related experience

Travel Requirements

• Travel may be required (no overnights)

Working Conditions:

• Typical outside work environment year-round (frequent standing, walking, lifting and/or operating powered equipment using proper safety techniques or tools), exposure to elements like rain, heat or cold.
• Overtime may-be required (on-call rotation)

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.