Maintenance Technician

Align Properties LLC; Town of Sun Prairie (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Align Properties LLC seeks a Maintenance Technician to maintain the property's appearance and ensure efficient daily operation.

You will diagnose problems, perform unit turns, coordinate with vendors, and uphold safety, with knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and groundskeeping, while complying with Fair Housing laws.

Qualifications

• One to three years of related maintenance experience.
• EPA Universal, CAMT preferred.
• LIHTC/Affordable housing knowledge preferred.
• Ability to communicate clearly orally and in writing.
• Read and comprehend simple instructions, memos.
• Able to present information effectively in one-on-one and small groups.
• Experience with Microsoft suite, CMMS, and HVAC controls preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain HVAC, electrical, plumbing, carpentry, painting, and related systems.
• Diagnose problems and reference codes, blueprints, and manuals.
• Promote safety and environmental compliance.
• Maintain life-safety equipment per codes and requirements.
• Conduct regular property inspections and identify repairs.
• Perform unit turns under the Property Manager’s direction.
• Suggest capital improvement projects and assist with bidding.
• Coordinate with vendors and contractors on projects.
• Light groundskeeping and janitorial tasks.
• Adhere to Fair Housing laws.
• Handle other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

HVAC

Electrical

Plumbing

Carpentry

Painting

Preventative Maintenance

Appliances

Locks/ Access Systems

Landscaping & Snow Removal

Curb Appeal

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

LIHTC/Affordable housing knowledge

EPA Universal, CAMT preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Computerized Maintenance Management Software (CMMS)

HVAC controls

Job description

Description

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for the general appearance and maintenance of the physical property and for ensuring the efficient operation of the property on a daily basis.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Has a working knowledge of HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing, Carpentry, Painting, Preventative Maintenance Practices, Appliances, Locks/ Access Systems, Landscaping including Snow Removal, and Curb Appeal.
• Diagnose problems and determines corrective solutions, referring to and/or adhering to building codes, blueprints, and manuals.
• Facilitates best safety practices and compliance and provides an appropriately consistent approach to health, safety, and environmental issues.
• Ensures all required life-safety equipment is being maintained per local, state, and federal codes and requirements.
• Completes regular inspections of the property and identifies needed repairs.
• At the direction of the Property Manager, completes unit turns in a timely manner.
• Recommends physical plant capital improvement projects and assists with the bidding process as requested by the Property Manager.
• Works with vendors and contractors on projects under the direction of the Property Manager.
• light groundskeeping and janitorial tasks
• Adheres to all Fair Housing laws and regulations.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

Requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education and/or experience
• One to three years of related experience in maintenance required.
• High school diploma or equivalent, preferred.
• EPA Universal, CAMT preferred.
• LIHTC/ Affordable housing knowledge preferred.
• Language Skills
• Ability to communicate clearly with the others orally and in writing.
• Able to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees
• Mathematical Skills
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Computer Skills
• Experience with computers and/or tablets with the ability to utilize email is required.
• Previous experience with Microsoft suite, Computerized Maintenance Management Software, and HVAC controls is preferred.
• Reasoning Ability
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Other
• Valid drivers’ license, ability to drive and insurance required, as applicable.
• Ability to use hand and power tools.
• Be on-call as scheduled by management for after hour emergencies.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS:

Ability to frequently lift or move up to 70 pounds regularly, more on occasion.

Ability to often move appliances and heavy machinery correctly and safely.

Ability to frequently, walk steps, climb ladders, scaffolding, ramps, etc.

Frequent kneeling, crouching, stooping, or bending.

Ability to work safely in high places.

Frequent reaching and extending of arms and hands, to include overhead work.

Frequent handling of items of various sizes and weights. Must be able to seize, hold, grasp, turn or otherwise work with one or both hands.

Duties may require contact with human and/or animal waste; proper safety precautions must be taken.