Maintenance Technician- Somerset

Inland Group; Largo, Northern (FL, KY); Hybrid; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid vacation and sick time

401K with company match

Life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Staff housing discounts

Job summary

Somerset Apartments in Largo, FL is seeking a full-time Maintenance Technician to uphold the safety and functionality of our community. The role involves responding to service requests, performing repairs in apartments and common areas, and maintaining grounds and records.

HVAC knowledge and basic trade skills are essential, with certifications preferred and the ability to travel for parts as needed. The position requires 40+ hours per week, including evenings and weekends as needed.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in property maintenance or related field.
• Hands-on experience with plumbing, carpentry, electrical, HVAC systems, pools, landscaping and cleaning.
• Must furnish own tools and have transportation to vendors.
• Must be HVAC certified and CPO certified preferred.
• CAMT certification preferred; willingness to obtain CAMT if requested.
• Must pass drug and background screening.

Responsibilities

• Address maintenance requests promptly and professionally.
• Communicate status of service requests to residents and staff.
• Maintain property condition and safety.
• Keep records for preventive maintenance, expenditures and make-ready status.
• Complete make-ready repairs on schedule; perform grounds maintenance as needed.
• Assist with deliveries, parts pickup, and equipment purchases.

Skills

Resident communication

General maintenance

HVAC knowledge

Record keeping

Safety compliance

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Somerset Apartments in Largo, FL has an opening for a full-time, Maintenance Technician! (ww.somersetlargo.com)

We offer full-time employees health benefits, paid vacation and sick time, 401K with a company match, and company-paid life insurance. We also offer tuition reimbursement and significant apartment rental discounts for staff.

Qualified candidates must be professional and friendly. The maintenance tech is responsible to maintain the physical integrity of the community at all times. This involves ensuring a safe and secure living environment for residents, visitors, and staff. To accomplish this goal, the responsibilities of the maintenance technician include; general repairs to the apartments / common areas of the buildings and grounds, vacant apartment preparation, trash removal, emergency repairs, cleaning, landscaping, ordering maintenance equipment, record keeping, accepting deliveries and moving furniture and/or appliances.

Core Duties:

• Address resident service and maintenance requests in a timely manner.
• Communicates with residents on any pending items or the status of service requests to ensure satisfaction.
• Keep the physical property throughout the community and immediately correct unsafe conditions.
• Maintain accurate records regarding preventive maintenance, service request, expenditures, apartment make-ready status, work in progress, etc.
• Ensure all make-ready repairs and services are completed on schedule.
• Rakes, sweeps, shovels, and salts property grounds as circumstances warrant.
• Changes locks and keys.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• 1+ years of experience in property maintenance or equivalent maintenance-related fieldwork.
• Ability to interact professionally and efficiently with prospects, residents, staff, and management.
• Hands-on experience within basic plumbing, carpentry, electrical, heating and air conditioning systems (heat pump experience a plus), swimming pools, landscaping, and cleaning.
• Applicants must furnish their own tools and have transportation to pick up replacement parts and supplies from vendors.
• The applicant must be HVAC certified and CPO certified preferred.
• Applicant must have a CFC/EPA approved certification (or be willing to obtain within 45 days of hire)
• Certified Apartment Maintenance Technician (CAMT) preferred. Must be willing to obtain the CAMT if requested by management.
• Physical requirements include being able to lift up to 50 lbs., climb ladders and stairs, walk between buildings and on roofs, stoop, kneel, and bend as well as have hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.
• Must be familiar with and adhere to all OSHA guidelines to ensure the protection of themselves and their team.
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Achieve Fair Housing certification prior to interaction with prospects or residents.
• Must have the ability to travel to pick up replacement parts and supplies from vendors.
• Other duties as required.
• The selected applicant will also be required to complete a drug and background screening.

Work Hours: 40+hours a week, evenings, weekends, and on-call hours are required as circumstances warrant.