Property Maintenance Tech: Vacant-Unit Prep

The Mark, Birchwood, and Turtle Place Apartments; Elyton (AL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Paylocity is seeking a dedicated Maintenance Technician for our community in Elyton, AL. You will perform a range of maintenance tasks to keep vacant apartments market-ready and support the property team with preventive maintenance and repairs.

Responsibilities include responding to resident service requests, assisting on special projects, and maintaining grounds and common areas. Strong safety practices and teamwork are essential to uphold company standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1 year of maintenance experience preferred.
• Trade school or military training preferred.
• Plumbing, electrical, painting experience helpful; EPA cert advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Prepare vacant apartments to market-ready condition.
• Perform maintenance tasks and log findings in maintenance records.
• Respond to resident service requests in a timely manner.
• Provide on-call emergency maintenance as needed.
• Assist in maintenance projects and keep grounds clean and safe.

Skills

General maintenance

Teamwork

Communication

Safety procedures

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Trade school preferred

Tools

Power tools

Job description

Description

Job Summary

• Performs various maintenance duties necessary to maintain and enhance the value of the community.
• Handles service requests for repairs and improvements of vacant apartments to a market-ready status.
• Works as a team participant along with the maintenance staff to ensure the community meets the quality maintenance standards set by the Company.

Job Accountabilities

• Prepares or assists in preparing all vacant apartments to a market-ready condition.
• Performs various community maintenance functions and records findings in maintenance log. These functions may include, but are not limited to light bulb changes, caulking, filter changes, touch-up painting, lock repairs, snow removal, install/repair window coverings, pool maintenance, minor HVAC maintenance, preventive maintenance, etc.
• Responds to resident service requests and concerns in timely manner.
• Performs on-call emergency service as required.
• Reports any maintenance concerns for repairs on vacants, models, clubhouse, and/or common areas to the Maintenance Director/Supervisor.
• Assists in monitoring and/or controlling maintenance inventory and/or supplies.
• Moves heavy objects as requested.
• Assists Maintenance Director/Supervisor or Property Manager on special maintenance projects, i.e., preventive maintenance of building components and/or mechanicals.
• Assists in keeping the grounds and common areas free of trash and debris.
• Works closely with management and maintenance staff in developing an integral team that effectively represents the quality and professionalism of the Company.
• Maintains open communication with property management.
• Represents Company in professional manner at all times, on or off property.
• Attends and participates in training seminars as requested.
• Assists other staff members as needed.
• Delivers various communications to residents as needed. Attends and assists in setting up for resident functions and activities.
• Drives motorized vehicle on or off property for company business.
• Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.

Requirements

Job Qualifications

• Minimum Education: High School or GED
• Minimum Experience: 1 Year
• Minimum Field-of-Expertise: General maintenance experience
• Preferred Education: Trade school or military training
• Preferred Experience: 5 Years
• Preferred Field-of-Expertise: Plumbing, electrical, carpeting, painting experience, EPA certifiable status

Competencies

• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems time efficiently; Gathers and analyzes information; Develops solutions; Uses reason.
• Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively; Listens and gets clarification when necessary; Responds informatively to questions; Demonstrates presentation skills; Participates in meetings.
• Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives.
• Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues developmental opportunities; Shares expertise with others.
• Teamwork - Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Able to build morale and group commitments to objectives.
• Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
• Cost Consciousness - Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures; Contributes to profits and returns; Conserves company resources.
• Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.

Physical Demands

• Occasionally required to sit.
• Occasionally required to walk.
• Occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel.
• Occasionally required to reach with hands and arms.
• Occasionally required to talk or hear.
• Occasionally required to bend, lift or climb.
• Occasionally required to lift light weights (less than 25 pounds).
• Occasionally required to lift moderate weights (25-50 pounds).
• Occasionally required to lift heavy weights (50 pounds or greater).
• Finger dexterity required.
• Hand coordination required.
• Specific vision abilities required for this job include: close vision, distance vision, ability to adjust or focus.