Maintenance Technician-Cross Creek Apartments

Franklin Group; Beaufort (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Franklin Group is seeking a Maintenance Technician to supervise and coordinate the maintenance team, ensure upkeep of community buildings, and manage inventory and supplies. The role involves scheduling preventive maintenance and responding to work orders efficiently.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, 3–5 years of related experience, and a valid driver's license. OSHA safety standards and company policies must be followed at all times.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; or 3–5 years of related experience and/or training.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules and maintenance instructions.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and the ability to drive to daily activities.

Responsibilities

• Oversees maintenance team and coordinates activities to ensure upkeep of community buildings.
• Manages inventory, ordering and delivery of supplies for maintenance, custodial and grounds teams.
• Schedules and performs preventive maintenance and responds to work orders in a timely manner.

Skills

Maintenance operations

Vendor management

OSHA compliance

Preventive maintenance

Inventory management

Safety procedures

Team leadership

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Title: Maintenance Technician

Supervisor: Community Manager

FLSA Status: Non –Exempt (Hourly)

JOB SUMMARY

Performs maintenance duties and supervises and coordinates activities of the maintenance team to ensure that all upkeep, inventory and repair of grounds and buildings of the community are completed in an efficient manner.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for the inventory, ordering and delivery of all necessary supplies and equipment for the maintenance, custodial and grounds teams under the direction and with the approval of the Community Manager.
• Responsible for timely response to work order requests, make-readies, etc.
• Responsible for scheduling and performing preventative maintenance.
• Responsible for ensuring OSHA (Occupational Safety & Health Act) standards and company safety policies are complied with at all times.
• Rotates on-call responsibilities with other maintenance staff as well as back up the Maintenance Technician as required.
• Responsible for the scheduling and direct supervision of all in-house and/or vendor work.
• Specifically, responsible for the scheduling of product review appointments in such a manner as to avoid “drop-in” sales calls.
• Assisting the Community Manager in interviewing, screening and recommendations for any potential maintenance, grounds, and housekeeping personnel.
• Responsible for the subsequent training of all maintenance, grounds, and housekeeping personnel.
• Responsible for the research and evaluation of all current and potential products used in the maintenance and upkeep of the community.
• Assists in the disciplinary or promotional recommendations required for all service, custodial and grounds personnel.
• Analyzes and resolves work problems or assists workers in solving work problems.
• Initiates or suggests plans to motivate workers to achieve work goals.
• Responsible for the supply and upkeep of all tools required by the Company for Maintenance Technicians.
• Responsible for reporting unusual or extraordinary circumstances regarding the community or residents.
• Provide constant vendor/contractor communications concerning work scheduling, billings, vendor relations and certificate of insurance.
• Responsible for maintaining the required community uniform and ensuring a professional appearance and attitude for all maintenance, custodial and grounds personnel at all times.
• Responsible for courteous, efficient response at all times.
• Thorough knowledge of company policies and procedures.
• Responsible for seeking educational opportunities and self-improvement for personal growth and development.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Directly supervises one or more team members in the maintenance department. Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with Company policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training team members; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining team members; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

DRIVING REQUIREMENTS

Must have a valid driver’s license and the ability to drive to daily activities.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or 3 to 5 years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

LEADERSHIP and STAFF DEVELOPMENT

Experience in managing diverse workforce. Ability to manage conflict, provide direction, and drive business results by managing the performance off staff members.

EQUIPMENT/MACHINERY/TOOLS

Required to use gloves, eye protective glasses/goggles and other personal protective equipment as tasks dictate. Must be knowledgeable and skilled in the safe use and maintenance of the following tools: Various wrenches, hammer, grips, saws, sledgehammer, snips, posthole diggers, wheelbarrows, dollies, hand trucks, buckets, jacks, step ladders, full ladders, shovel, and snow blower.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively with customers one-on-one or groups of team members of organization.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) certification is preferred for this position. Certified Apartment Maintenance Technician (CAMT) is highly recommended. Fair Housing Certification is required within 14 days of hire.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a team member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the team member is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The team member frequently is required to walk and climb or balance. The team member is frequently required to sit; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The team member must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and on rare occasions, move more than 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a team member encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the team member is frequently exposed to outside weather conditions. The team member is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

CORPORATE INTEGRITY

All team members in all positions are expected to act professionally at all times, including but not limited to treating others with respect, valuating diversity, supporting team/community goals, following company policies and procedures and fostering company core values.

Franklin Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.