Maintenance Technician

FirstService Residential; Surprise (AZ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

10 company paid holidays

Paid volunteer time

Paid sick and vacation time

Medical, dental, vision

HSA and FSA

Company paid life insurance and EAP

Supplemental life, disability, etc.

Identity theft, legal services

Pet insurance

401(k) with company match

Job summary

FirstService Residential in Surprise, AZ is hiring a Maintenance Technician to support the Maintenance Supervisor and perform general upkeep of pools, facilities, and common areas. The role includes cleaning, painting, repairs, and outdoor maintenance while ensuring safety and functionality of mechanical systems.

Responsibilities include routine inspections, preventive maintenance, and coordinating improvements.

Qualifications

• Organized and detail oriented.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Proven time management in fast-paced environments.
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure building and systems are maintained properly and in safe working order (mechanical, electrical, fire safety, HVAC, sprinklers).
• Maintain recreational amenities (pool, spa, common areas, parks, sports courts).
• Paint and touch up walls, doors and surfaces to maintain community appearance.
• Spread and level granite/rock in landscaped areas for proper coverage and upkeep.
• Assist in day-to-day maintenance of landscaping and common areas.
• Assist in maintaining common areas by picking up trash and debris.
• Conduct routine inspections and manage preventive maintenance schedules.
• Keep accurate logs of operations, maintenance and repairs.
• Coordinate and perform modifications and improvements as needed.
• Ensure emergency maintenance is handled timely and with proper contacts.

Skills

Organizational skills

Written & verbal communication

Multitasking

Time management

Customer service

Education

2+ years maintenance experience

Trade school experience

Pool maintenance experience

Job description

Job Overview

As the community Maintenance Technician, you will work closely with the Maintenance Supervisor and perform general maintenance tasks including general upkeep of the swimming pools and related equipment, ensuring they are clean and function properly. Additional duties include general upkeep of the community building, common areas, and amenities, as well as tasks like cleaning, painting, repairs, outdoor maintenance, trash collection, and window washing.

Compensation

$20-$22 per hour, based on experience. FirstService Residential will compensate the successful candidate in accordance with the posted range. The salary or wage paid to the successful candidate will be commensurate with experience, education, and specific job responsibilities. For positions designated at a client's property, the salary or wage will also be premised upon the client's directive. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future.

Your Responsibilities

• Ensure building and systems are maintained properly and in safe working order (i.e. applicable mechanical systems, electrical, fire safety, access control, HVAC, sprinkler systems, irrigation and landscaping, etc)
• Maintain recreational amenities (i.e. pool and spa, common areas, community parks, sports courts)
• Paint and touch up walls, doors and common area surfaces to maintain community appearance
• Spread and level granite/ rock in landscaped areas to ensure proper coverage and upkeep
• Assist in overseeing day-to-day maintenance of basic landscaping and common area maintenance
• Assist in maintaining the common areas by picking up any trash and debris
• Conduct routine inspections
• Manage preventive inspection and maintenance schedule and corresponding work
• Keep accurate operational, maintenance and repair logs
• Help coordinate and perform modifications and improvements
• Ensure emergency maintenance situations are handled timely and properly
• Maintain an emergency response plan, including vendors and other necessary contacts
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills And Qualifications

• Demonstrate organizational skills and be detail oriented
• Must be able to effectively communicate through written & verbal means
• Strong multitasking skills to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and prioritize them according to their level of importance
• Proven time management abilities, with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines consistently
• Exceptional customer service and interpersonal skills to build positive relationships with clients, vendors, and team members

Education And Experience

• 2+ years of commercial, residential or HOA maintenance experience (preferred)
• Trade school experience (preferred)
• Pool maintenance experience (preferred)

Physical Requirements

• Walk and move throughout the community common areas and facilities
• Sit and stand for moderate periods of time
• Able to lift/ carry 60+ pounds

Work Location

Surprise, AZ

Work Hours

Monday-Friday to begin, 6am-3pm in summer and 7am-4pm during winter. After 30 days, some weekends may be needed. There are 4 'all hands on deck' events, that may occur on the weekend - these typically happen the Saturday before Easter, 4th of July, an event at the end of October and the beginning of December. Week hours will be adjusted or overtime may be approved.

What We Offer

• 10 company paid holidays
• Paid volunteer time
• Paid sick and vacation time
• Medical, dental, vision
• HSA and FSA
• Company paid life insurance and Employee Assistance Plan
• Supplemental life, disability, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity
• Identity theft, legal services
• Pet insurance
• 401(k) with company match

Disclaimer

The above information in this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. This is not an all-inclusive job description; therefore, management has the right to assign or reassign schedules, duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

FirstService Residential is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, other distinguishing characteristics of diversity and inclusion, or any other protected status.

Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with federal and state laws, as well as applicable local ordinances. All offers of employment with FirstService Residential are contingent upon a satisfactory background check.

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