Property Management Maintenance Technician

North Coast Community Homes Inc; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at a non-profit organization that provides community-based homes for individuals with disabilities. As a Property Management Maintenance Technician, you will oversee maintenance and repair services, ensuring properties are safe and well-maintained. This role requires a blend of hands-on skills and the ability to coordinate with contractors and vendors. If you have a passion for making a difference in the lives of others and possess the necessary building trades experience, this opportunity is perfect for you. Enjoy a fulfilling career where your contributions directly impact the community.

Qualifications

• Five years of experience in building trades and property management.
• Ability to read and interpret safety and maintenance documents.

Responsibilities

• Manage maintenance services for properties and perform routine repairs.
• Inspect buildings regularly and document equipment status.

Skills

Building Trades Experience

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Mathematical Skills

Independent Work

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Computer Proficiency

Job description

Job Title: Property Management Maintenance Technician

Reports To: Maintenance Supervisor

FLSA Status: Full-time, Non-exempt

SUMMARY: Manages the entire range of maintenance and repair services for and personally performs routine maintenance on assigned properties.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Coordinate maintenance services for properties the organization manages on a contractual basis and those leased in the open real estate market.
2. Assist in developing the capital budget. Manage the budget's implementation, including preparation of specifications and contract documents, bidding, and supervision of contractors through completion and acceptance of work.
3. Perform repairs on properties, including minor plumbing, electrical, carpentry, appliance repair, painting, and minor maintenance of heating and cooling systems.
4. Inspect buildings and equipment regularly; check to ensure that prescribed work has been completed promptly and professionally; assess the property for needed repairs and capital improvements; and perform necessary preventative maintenance.
5. Check safety systems and devices for operational effectiveness monthly.
6. Document the status of equipment and systems and manage the correction of deficiencies needing further attention, including arranging for the services of outside contractors and vendors, developing and executing contracts, monitoring work, and reviewing and approving invoices consistent with organization policy.
7. Evaluate the performance of contractors who perform work on NCCH properties.
8. Complete the required paperwork, input data into the maintenance database, and extract necessary reports and other documents to monitor the maintenance services program effectively.
9. Participate in the ongoing development and implementation of the rental property database.
10. Develop and maintain an effective working rapport with tenants, vendors, and representatives of community agencies.
11. Represent the interest of NCCH appropriately and professionally.
12. Participate in the on-call rotation. Respond promptly to emergency maintenance problems requiring attention outside regular working hours.
13. Complete move-out inspections in an accurate and timely manner.
14. Immediately notify the supervisor of any safety hazards.
15. Maintain an inventory of supplies, tools, and equipment.
16. Assist in the development and direction of other maintenance technicians.
17. Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements below represent the required knowledge, skill, and/or ability. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Must have a high school diploma or equivalent. Must have basic proficiency in the use of computers, including spreadsheet and word processing programs. Must be able to work independently.

Experience: Five years of related experience in building trades, residential/commercial property management, and remodeling activities, including estimating and contracting for services. Knowledge of basic building code requirements for electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems installation and repair.

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 before groups of customers or employees of an organization.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of introductory algebra and geometry.

COMMUNICATION SKILLS: Ability to work with and among persons with disabilities, cooperate, and communicate with co-workers, tenants, and the general public.

REASONING ABILITY: Ability to diagnose and solve practical problems and deal with various concrete variables in situations with limited standardization. Ability to interpret multiple instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: Must have a valid driver’s license which is insurable at NCCH’s current insurance rate.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that an employee must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to taste or smell. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here represent those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform basic functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

ABOUT

North Coast Community Homes is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that provides high-quality, community-based homes throughout Cuyahoga, Summit, Lake, Stark, and Erie Counties for people with developmental disabilities, severe mental illness, and other disabilities. With the support of many donors, volunteers, and professionals, we have developed and managed more than 250 community-based homes serving more than 1,500 individuals since 1984. In keeping with our mission, homes developed by NCCH are safe, comfortable, affordable, and designed to empower persons with disabilities to live fuller, more independent lives.