Maintenance Technician - Beacon Landing

Abode Communities; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental & vision insurance

Life insurance & AD&D

Long-term disability insurance

401K plan with match

Paid vacation & sick leave

Job summary

Abode Communities is seeking a Maintenance Technician to join our property management team in California. You will perform basic repairs, maintenance, and janitorial tasks across residential properties, prioritizing resident service requests and safety.

The role requires at least three years of general maintenance experience, proficiency in English, and the ability to collaborate with diverse communities. A valid CA driver's license and reliable vehicle are preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three (3) years general maintenance experience.
• Ability to read, write and speak English.
• Ability to communicate effectively with diverse residents and staff.

Responsibilities

• Perform minor property maintenance and repairs as assigned.
• Plaster and patch walls, paint surfaces, and perform basic carpentry.
• Unclog toilets/drains and handle basic plumbing duties.
• Inspect equipment and coordinate with vendors for complex repairs.
• Assist with safety checks and maintain maintenance logs.

Skills

Plastering

Painting

Plumbing

Carpentry

Electrical

English proficiency

Team player

Job description

Company DescriptionAbode Communities is a regional non-profit real estate development and property management firm. Abode Communities Property Management manages 39 multifamily residential communities serving some 6,200 low-income people throughout California. The organization, with a 98% portfolio-wide occupancy rate, offers a full range of professional services to ensure our residential portfolios, and housing portfolios of similar community development organizations, remain physically solvent and in compliance with regulatory requirements. Property management staff members go above and beyond to ensure each property managed becomes a pillar within its community. This is accomplished through the creation of vibrant, connected spaces that support each resident’s emotional, physical and financial ability to thrive.Job DescriptionThe Maintenance Technician reports to the Community Manager and works as part of a team to ensure that the property is maintained in the best physical condition possible and that all resident service requests are completed in a timely manner.MaintenancePerform minor property maintenance and repairs as assigned by the Community Manager including, but not limited to, plastering, painting, plumbing (unclogging toilets and drains,) carpentry, mechanical and electrical. (Requires pushing and pulling, reaching overhead and in front, crawling around or behind equipment, lifting of drywall panels, large containers of paint and/or plaster, lumber and tools.Observe and practice safety procedures when conducting maintenance work. Do not leave any equipment, tools, and supplies unattended at any time. Wear safety gear accordingly. Use proper signage to announce unsafe area conditions.In conjunction with the Community Manager, prioritize, schedule and complete resident service requests for unit repairs, general maintenance, and janitorial duties according to Abode Communities standards.Prepare properties for inspections by regulatory agencies.Coordinate and monitor progress of vendors or outside contractors.Inspect property daily and report any needed repairs to the Community Manager.Troubleshoot and diagnose equipment malfunctions. Repair equipment or cause the equipment to be repaired by a vendor or outside contractor, in accordance with Abode Communities policies and procedures.Inspect building equipment and provide preventative maintenance services in accordance with appropriate preventative maintenance guidelines. Prepare and maintain all appropriate equipment inspection and preventative maintenance logs, as required.Inspect building equipment per established specifications to ensure safe and reliable operation. Prepare and maintain all appropriate equipment inspection logs, as required.Maintain the maintenance equipment supplies (spare parts) inventory and order as needed.Complete all paperwork (i.e., preventative maintenance schedules, work orders, inventory reports, daily work log reports, etc.) on a daily basis or as required by the Community Manager.Assist in the preparation of supplies orders.Respond to after-hours and weekend maintenance emergencies. There will be times when you may be called to assist on emergencies at other properties besides the one assigned.JanitorialAssist with Janitorial duties as needed to support and ensure the best physical condition of the property. Special projects as designated by Regional Supervisor or managerMinimum of three (3) years general maintenance experience (plastering, painting, basic plumbing such as unclogging toilets and drains, carpentry).Ability to read, write and speak English.Ability to communicate effectively with people from diverse cultures and backgrounds.Basic computer skillsValid California driver's license and availability of an insured vehicle.Take direction from Management.Work in a collaborative manner as a member of a site team.Relate professionally with vendors, residents and co-workers.Additional informationBenefits include health, dental and vision insurance, life, AD&D and long term disability insurance, 401K plan with a match, vacation and sick leave benefits.Equal Opportunity EmployerAbode Communities embraces equal opportunity and diversity is a core value. We define diversity as “Fostering an organizational culture of inclusion, where different experiences and perspectives of those we serve and those with whom we work are respected and valued.” Abode Communities fosters a work environment that is free of discrimination and harassment, whether based on race, national origin, gender, gender expression, religion, ethnic background, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other criterion prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local laws. We seek to recruit, develop, and retain talented people from diverse candidate pools. Applications from traditionally underrepresented communities are encouraged.