Maintenance Technician (Landings at Hard Scrabble)

Van Metre Homes; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Wellness reimbursement

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Van Metre is seeking a Maintenance Technician for The Landings at Hard Scrabble Apartments in Columbia, SC. The role works on-site under the Property Manager and Service Manager to maintain and repair apartments, ensure curb appeal, and respond to resident service requests.

Candidates should have 1–2 years of maintenance experience, EPA certification, and strong knowledge of appliance, electrical, and plumbing systems. OSHA standards apply and basic tools are required.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of maintenance experience or equivalent training.
• EPA certification required.
• CPO strongly preferred.
• Strong understanding of appliance, electrical and plumbing repair.
• Basic knowledge of HVAC and electrical circuitry.
• Current OSHA, building and safety standards.
• Provide own basic tools and be proficient in their safe use.

Responsibilities

• Assist with directing and overseeing maintenance of the community.
• Schedule and perform preventative maintenance, inspections, and janitorial services.
• Repair property grounds, apartments, and building exteriors.
• Maintain storage areas and materials; manage inventory.
• Perform turnover work for vacant units as needed.
• Monitor safety; address liability concerns and maintenance needs.
• Keep accurate records of tasks completed.

Skills

Maintenance experience

EPA certification

CPO preferred

Appliance repair

Electrical repair

Plumbing repair

HVAC knowledge

OSHA standards

Own basic tools

Tools

Basic tools

Job description

Maintenance Technician (Landings at Hard Scrabble)

Columbia, SC

At Van Metre, we believe that each employee contributes directly to our growth, success and culture, and are seeking a candidate who loves to challenge themselves and work with others to fulfill this role. Van Metre has a Maintenance Technician position available to work on site at The Landings at Hard Scrabble Apartments in Columbia, SC.

Under the direction of the Property Manager and Service Manager, the Maintenance Technician is responsible for general maintenance, repairs in apartments and buildings, maintaining curb appeal and quality of apartment homes, responding to resident service requests, and adhering to all safety policies.

Essential duties include but are not limited to:

• Assist the Service Manager with directing and overseeing all aspects of maintenance of the community
• Schedule and perform preventative maintenance, inspections and janitorial services
• Perform general repair of property grounds, apartments, and building exteriors
• Assist with maintenance of storage areas and maintenance materials
• Perform turnover work as defined by Van Metre of vacant units
• Walk the property daily to uphold curb appeal and monitor safety issues
• Notify Service Manager and Property Manager of any safety or liability concerns as well as preventative maintenance needs
• Responsible for knowledge of property specific problems
• Maintain accurate records of all tasks completed
• Manage inventory and storage areas, purchasing adequate maintenance materials for service requests and apartment turns
• Perform work area clean-up and safety-related duties
• Wear back support belt when lifting more than 25 lbs. or while performing repetitive bending and stooping functions during working hours; use safety equipment (goggles, masks, gloves, etc.) as tasks dictate
• Monitor and perform service requests from residents in a timely fashion
• Participate in after-hours emergency requests and ensure property staff coverage 24 hours/day, 7 days/week

Requirements:

The Maintenance Technician must maintain a professional and courteous manner with residents, visitors, contractors and fellow employees. Maintenance Tech must have the necessary skills to effectively complete tasks outlined above. One must have the ability to follow oral and written instructions and be able to maintain effective and cooperative working relationships.

Education/ Qualifications:

• 1-2 years of maintenance experience or valid training required
• EPA certification required
• CPO strongly preferred
• Strong understanding of appliance, electrical and plumbing repair
• Basic knowledge of HVAC and electrical circuitry
• Current on OSHA, building and safety standards
• Provide own basic tools and be knowledgeable and skilled in the safe use and maintenance of tools

Compensation and Benefits information:Van Metre offers excellent benefits, and a work environment that fosters and rewards excellence. We also promote work/life balance, including a robust Employee Wellness Program. We encourage employees to make full use of vacation and other company-paid leave to refresh their bodies and minds.

• Salary: $24.00-$26.00 per hour (Pay is commensurate with experience, education, training, and skills)
• Annual Bonus Potential
• Renewal and Leasing Commissions
• Paid Time Off: 11 paid holidays; 10 vacation days, 10 sick days, Two Volunteer Days off, Two Personal Days, Winter Break, Day off for Annual Physical, Day off for your Birthday; comprehensive parental and bonding leave
• Retirement Planning: Company Matched 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan; access to retirement planning coaches
• Wellness: Annual Wellness Reimbursement of up to $900; Free and unlimited access to TaskHuman Wellness App for yourself and your family members.
• Professional Development: tuition reimbursement; company paid certifications, memberships, and licensures; mentoring programs; growth paths; regular performance evaluations and training opportunities
• Discounts: Rental and Van Metre Home purchase discounts; employee discount through Walker Title Company, Employee discount through Walker Title Company

Integrity; Ownership; Respect and Dignity; Diversity and Inclusion; Teamwork; Community; Work/Life Balance

The mission of Van Metre Companies is to build and continually improve upon the storied reputation, earned over the years since the Company’s founding in 1955, of providing top quality homes, investment properties and services to our customers and clients. The Company’s emphasis on integrity, professionalism and philanthropy ingrained by our founder Albert G. Van Metre, Sr. has garnered trust and respect in the Washington, D.C. area and beyond. It is critical to our future that we maintain that reputation and assure that Van Metre Companies continues to excel in real estate development and construction and in the management of apartment, retail and office investment properties, as well as in the provision of mortgage and related services. It is the task of our dedicated, energetic, and involved professionals to advance our ability to set the benchmark for luxury living and refined commercial development. The capstone of our mission is to make the “Van Metre” signature an icon for elegant residential communities, and industry leading condominium and apartment communities, as well as Class A neighborhood retail centers and office developments.