Maintenance Technician in Pittsburgh

Energy Jobline ZR; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

McKinney Properties, Inc. seeks a Maintenance Technician to support multi-family housing properties with reliable, hands-on maintenance and responsive service.

The role covers plumbing, electrical, HVAC, painting, drywall, carpentry, and preventative maintenance, with on-call duties and a focus on keeping units and common areas in excellent condition. A valid driver's license and own tools are required.

Qualifications

• Ability to follow directions and see tasks through to completion.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Valid Driver's License with reliable transportation.
• 1-2 years of maintenance experience.
• Experience with electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems plus painting, drywall repairs, and general carpentry; must provide basic tools and tool bag.

Responsibilities

• General apartment unit and common area maintenance, including appliance, HVAC, electrical, and plumbing installation/repairs.
• Respond promptly to maintenance service requests (within 24 hours).
• Maintain organized shop and inventory of parts.
• Prepare vacant apartments for new residents as directed.
• Schedule and complete Preventative Maintenance Program.
• Assist management with maintenance projects and monitor outside contractors.

Skills

Follow directions

Organizational skills

Driver's License

Maintenance experience

Electrical/Plumbing/HVAC basics

Tools & bag

Tools

Basic tools

Tool bag

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

Maintenance Technician

Job Description

The Maintenance Technician is essential to the operation and upkeep of our multi-family housing properties. This role involves providing top-notch service to , ensuring all maintenance tasks are completed efficiently and effectively. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational and communication skills, be dependable, self-motivated, and possess basic mechanical skills. A positive attitude and a passion for problem-solving are crucial. The Maintenance Technician reports to the Maintenance Supervisor and Property Manager.

Qualifications

• Ability to follow directions and to see tasks through to their conclusion
• Strong organizational skills
• Valid Driver's License with reliable transportation
• 1-2 years of Maintenance experience
• Experience with electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems as well as painting, drywall repairs, and general carpentry; must provide your own basic tools and tool bag

Primary Responsibilities

• Responsible for general apartment unit and common area maintenance, including appliance, HVAC, electrical, and plumbing installation and repairs (including unclogging toilets), replacing light bulbs, preventative maintenance, and other general maintenance tasks as requested.
• Responsible for promptly responding to maintenance service requests in no more than 24 hours.
• Responsible for maintaining an organized shop and proper replacement part inventory levels.
• Prepare vacant apartments for new as directed by the Maintenance Supervisor or Property Manager.
• Schedule and complete the Preventative Maintenance Program.
• Assist management with specific maintenance projects.
• Assist in monitoring work performed by outside contractors.
• Perform ground maintenance tasks as directed by the Maintenance Supervisor or Property Manager, such as picking up trash, sweeping curb and dumpster areas, and maintaining landscaping beds to ensure excellent curb appeal; involves outdoor work in both winter and summer.
• Comply with all company, federal, state, and local safety guidelines.
• Responsible for ensuring professional interaction with , prospective , co-workers, vendors, etc., including wearing the proper uniform provided by the management company.
• Will perform fair housing training when required.
• Work on-call, overtime, weekends, holidays, evenings, and emergency work as required.
• Ensure all work-related activities are conducted fair, ethically, and consistently.
• Will perform other tasks requested by the property manager or maintenance supervisor.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to climb and work on ladders
• Ability to work with arms raised overhead
• Ability to stand/walk for extended periods
• Ability to climb stairs
• Ability to bend at the waist and knees to lift boxes, appliances, furniture, shovel snow, etc.
• Must be able to pass a background check and drug test.

Benefits

• Medical and Dental
• 401(K) with employer contribution
• Paid Time Off
• Short & Long-Term
• Paid Holidays

EEO Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to , , sex, , , , , , protected veteran status, , or any other characteristic protected by law.

McKinney Properties, Inc. has been named a 2024 Top Workplace by the Pittsburgh Post Gazette!