Maintenance Technician - Bell Capitol Hill

bellpartnersinc; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunities for career growth

Total rewards benefits package

Bi-Weekly on-call stipend

Cell phone allowance

Health insurance

401(k) match

Vacation, Personal Days, Sick time

Customized training programs

Referral bonus plan

Inclusive work environment

Job summary

Bell Partners seeks a Maintenance Technician to perform a variety of interior and exterior maintenance duties across our communities in the Washington, DC area. You will work under the Maintenance Supervisor to address repairs, perform preventive maintenance, and keep properties safe and welcoming for residents.

The role requires 1–3 years of maintenance experience and basic skills in HVAC, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and mechanical systems.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 18 years of age.
• High School degree or equivalent.
• 1–3 years of maintenance experience in a similar facility.
• Basic understanding of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and mechanical systems.
• HVAC, EPA, and/or CPO certifications may be required in many communities.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Availability to work weekdays, evenings, and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Always show respect for residents and staff, providing excellent customer service.
• Perform routine interior and exterior maintenance and equipment upkeep as scheduled.
• Respond to repair requests and maintenance concerns from residents and staff.
• Report equipment malfunctions and hazards to the Maintenance Supervisor promptly.
• Maintain resident privacy and obtain proper authority before entering apartments.
• Ensure maintenance items are stored safely to prevent injuries.
• Attend in-service training and education sessions as assigned.
• Work with vendors for landscaping, painting, and asphalt tasks as instructed.
• Follow all safety/OSHA requirements.
• Maintain regular attendance and punctuality.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Reliability

Education

High School diploma

Tools

HVAC

Plumbing

Electrical

Carpentry

Mechanical repair

Job description

At Bell Partners, our mission is to be the apartment company of choice by creating value and honoring commitments to our residents, partners, and associates. We proudly serve our community of 85,000+ homes across 13 states and the District of Columbia.

As stewards entrusted to contribute with care and appreciation, our 2,000 associates succeed in a dynamic space where everyone impacts. We take pride in producing outstanding results and fostering a work environment that allows everyone to contribute to their fullest potential. We rise above industry standards when every associate embraces their unique role and seizes the opportunity to make an impact.

A Maintenance Technician with Bell, performs a wide variety of maintenance, repair, groundskeeping, and other interior and exterior maintenance duties for the community under the supervision of the Maintenance Supervisor. Their responsibilities may include painting, snow/ice removal, gutter cleaning, replacing filters, working with trash compactor, plumbing, light bulb replacement, A/C maintenance, electrical, carpentry, and mechanical repair.

What we can offer you:

• Opportunities for career growth
• Total rewards benefits package
• Bi-Weekly on-call stipend
• Cell phone allowance
• Family health insurance, 401(k) match, Vacation, Personal Days, and Sick time
• Customized training programs
• Associate referral bonus plan
• Diverse, equitable, and inclusive work environment
• A culture that empowers you to make a difference

What you'll do to make a difference:

• Always show respect for residents and community staff, providing excellent customer service
• Perform routine interior and exterior community maintenance, as well as equipment maintenance as scheduled and requested
• Respond to all repair requests and maintenance concerns from residents and staff
• Report equipment malfunctions and breakdowns as well as any hazardous conditions to the Maintenance Supervisor in a timely manner
• Maintain resident privacy and receive proper authority before entering resident apartments
• Ensure that all maintenance items are kept in a safe area to prevent injuries
• Attend in-service training and education sessions, as assigned
• Work with vendors as instructed, such as landscaping, painting, asphalt, etc.
• Follow all safety/OSHA requirements
• Regular attendance and punctuality

What you bring to our team:

• Minimum of 18 years of age
• High School degree or equivalent
• Understanding of and alignment with Bell Core Values
• 1-3 years of previous maintenance experience in a similar facility preferred
• Basic understanding and ability to repair HVAC, plumbing, electrical, basic carpentry, and mechanical systems
• HVAC, EPA, and/or CPO certifications may be required in many communities, based on staffing levels
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Strong customer service skills
• Availability to work weekdays, evenings, and weekends

Physical requirements of the job:

• Walking, bending, reaching, climbing, and lifting to 80 lbs.
• Ability to work with mechanical and electrical equipment, as well as hazardous materials
• Must be comfortable with heights and moving heavy objects
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Compensation Range

Hourly: $21.00 - $25.00

Incentive compensation opportunities are available and are performance based.

About Bell Partners

Our purpose at Bell Partners is to create communities our residents are proud to call home. We currently own or manage over 85,000 homes in North America and continue to grow. Our people are the most important part of our company. We believe in building a culture that encourages our associates to invest in and serve one another, while pushing each other to take risks, allowing us to grow together and make a difference.

Bell Partners reserves the right to amend this job description at any time. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.