Maintenance Technician

Landings Real Estate Group; South Kingstown (RI); On-site; USD 30,307 - 33,062; Full time

Job summary

A property management company is seeking a Maintenance Technician to perform general maintenance and repairs, including plumbing, electrical, and carpentry work. Responsibilities include conducting turnover work in vacant apartments, responding to emergency calls, and maintaining the curb appeal of properties. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and one year of maintenance experience, as well as a positive attitude and a strong customer service orientation.

Qualifications

• Ability to follow instructions from supervisors or senior maintenance workers.
• Knowledge of general carpentry and repair.
• Ability to use hand tools and power tools.
• Strong customer service orientation.

Responsibilities

• Perform general maintenance and repairs for assigned equipment and facilities.
• Conduct turnover work in vacant apartments.
• Complete work order requests in a timely manner.
• Maintain curb appeal and grounds.
• Respond to emergency calls.

Skills

Follow instructions from supervisors

General carpentry and repair knowledge

Use of hand tools and power tools

Positive attitude

Customer service orientation

Effective interpersonal skills

Read and interpret documents

Valid driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Trade schooling preferred

Job description

Base pay range

$22.00/hr - $24.00/hr

Job Overview

The Maintenance Technician 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 assigned property or properties. 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. Report grounds problems to 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 operations.
• 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 never be impaired or under the influence of alcohol or any mood/mind-altering drug or medication, whether prescribed or over the counter, during the workday, while on call, while driving a company vehicle and/or on any company business.
• 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 or other means of reliable transportation to and from work.

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.