MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN

T&H; Warsaw (IN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

T&H is seeking a Maintenance Technician in Warsaw, Indiana. The role involves coordinating maintenance tasks, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and completing service requests in a timely manner. Candidates should possess at least three years of experience in the multi-family apartment industry, have strong skills in plumbing, carpentry, HVAC, and other maintenance crafts. This position requires the ability to handle physically demanding tasks and effective communication skills. Certifications in HVAC/EPA are preferred.

Qualifications

• Must have a minimum of three years’ experience in the multi-family apartment industry.
• Ability to read shop drawings, specifications, and technical documents.
• HVAC/EPA Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prioritize and complete incoming work orders.
• Ensure repairs comply with safety regulations.
• Document and log resident complaints.

Skills

Plumbing

Carpentry

HVAC

Electrical repairs

Use of common hand tools

Bilingual (Spanish)

Education

High School graduate (or GED)

Vocational technician certification

Tools

Word

Excel

Property management software

Job description

SUMMARY

The Maintenance Technician is responsible to work with the Maintenance Supervisor to ensure and coordinate the safety, maintenance, equipment, and overall needs of the apartment community. Maintenance Technician must have a minimum of three years’ experience in the multi‑family apartment industry or an equivalent.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prioritizes and completes incoming work orders and addresses each in a timely manner.
• Responsible for the completion of all maintenance service requests assigned on a daily basis.
• Works closely with property management team to ensure that inventory includes the required equipment, materials, supplies and services to meet needs.
• Completes the make‑ready process for vacant apartments as outlined in the Make Ready Checklist and per the instruction of the Maintenance Supervisor.
• Ensures all repairs are made pursuant to the Uniform Physical Conditions Standards (UPCS).
• Assists in monitoring all work performed by outside contractors.
• Updates management promptly, with any pertinent work‑detail, and assists in the preparation and maintenance of files, records and reports on maintenance operations in an accurate and timely manner.
• Follows all directives given by Maintenance Supervisor or company management which may include trash pickup, curb cleansing, routine landscape maintenance, trash‑outs, and associated cleaning work.
• Ensures that all work performed is in compliance with local, state and federal regulations including lead base paint and asbestos abatement.
• Occasionally assesses and repairs items, within the confines of tight/difficult to reach areas, as crawl‑spaces, basements and attic‑areas of apartment buildings.
• Documents and logs resident complaints and owner damage claims, advising parties of results.
• Follows all established safety/security procedures and standards.
• Responds to after‑hours and weekend emergency calls in accordance with company policy and procedures.
• Accountable for consistent adherence to company standards regarding the ethical, responsible, and appropriate use, care, and safeguarding of company materials, supplies, resources, and other assets.
• Performs other duties as required including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods, or otherwise balance the workload.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• High School graduate (or GED) and possess a vocational technician certification beyond high school or an equivalent combination of technical training and experience.
• Three (3) years’ experience or training in building construction or maintenance. Preferably licensed in one or more of the trades.
• Thorough knowledge of techniques, methods, materials, and equipment used in plumbing, carpentry, HVAC, and electrical repairs, and household appliances.
• HVAC/EPA Certified. Universal Certification is preferred.
• Skilled in one or more trade crafts and general knowledge of all maintenance crafts.
• Skilled in the use of common hand tools, power tools and test equipment.
• Thorough knowledge of occupational hazards and applicable safety precautions of the assigned work.
• Ability to read shop drawings, specifications, schematics, and technical documents as appropriate.
• Ability to understand and ensure company compliance with Uniform Physical Conditions Standards (UPCS).
• Must be able to use a computer to write reports and use property management software.
• Ability to be covered under a fidelity bond.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, and government regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public. Bilingual is a plus (Spanish).

MATH SKILLS

Strong math and analytical skills. Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, proportions, percentages, and formulas.

REASONING ABILITY

Moderate. Must be able to apply principles of logical thinking to a variety of practical situations and accurately follow standardized procedures that may occasionally involve minor deviations. Needs ability to think rationally beyond a specific set of instructions.

COMPUTER SKILLS

Should be comfortable using Word, Excel, and email.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Must be physically able to walk, stoop, kneel, carry, and lift, up to 35 pounds, and climb stairs easily on a multi‑terrain property. Outdoor conditions will impact the majority of job tasks; must be able to withstand various temperatures and conditions. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

DRIVING/TRAVELING REQUIREMENTS

Minimal need (0% to 5% of the time) to utilize personal transportation. Must have a valid driver’s license and current proof of automobile insurance.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

A Maintenance Technician must fulfill the performance standards of this position and comply with policies, rules, and procedures of the company. Including those set out in the Employee Policy Manual, or otherwise communicated (verbally or in writing) to employees.