Residential Maintenance Technician

ZipRecruiter; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Maintenance Technician for their residential properties. This role involves ensuring the maintenance and repair of apartments, handling repairs, and maintaining property standards. Candidates should possess personal tools and demonstrate good communication skills. Benefits include 401(k), health insurance, and paid time off.

Benefits

401(k)

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Employee discount

401(k) matching

Qualifications

• Must possess personal tools for job duties.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Hard worker and willing to learn new skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all make-ready repairs and services are completed correctly and on schedule.
• Maintain awareness of the physical condition of the property.
• Handle repairs and improvements of vacant apartments.

Skills

General maintenance

Plumbing

Electrical repairs

Carpentry

Communication

Tools

Hammer

Screwdrivers

Cordless drill

GFI tester

Spackle tools

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

Job description

The Maintenance Technician - Customer Service Personnel is a maintenance staff person responsible for the maintenance and repair of interior and exterior of residential apartments and buildings.

Nature & Scope:

The position reports directly to the Property Manager and/or Director of Residential Properties, but may work under the supervision of a Superintendent for specific chores, as directed by the Director of Residential Properties, Property Manager(s) or Superintendent Also, may be directed by Maintenance Coordinator, Leasing Agent or other office staff in certain circumstances.

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensure all make-ready repairs and services are completed correctly and on schedule.
• Maintain awareness of the physical condition of the property and immediately correct unsafe conditions.
• Ensure property is clean and presentable.
• Maintain accurate records, if required, regarding work tickets, service requests (received and completed), apartment make-ready status, work-in-progress, etc.
• Must be knowledgeable of spare parts and supplies. Inform supervisor when supplies are needed or shortages occur and provide details.
• Handles repairs and improvements of vacant apartments for a market ready status
• Works as a team player along with all maintenance staff to ensure the community meets the quality maintenance standards, goals, and values set by the company
• Hands-on general maintenance experience including by not limited to plumbing, electrical, carpeting, painting, carpentry, drywall repair, locksmith, plumbing, and electrical repairs, and other related skills.
• Responsible for snow removal of the walkways.
• Hard worker and willing to learn new skills
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Valid driver’s license
• Any and all other duties as assigned by Director of Residential Property, Property Manager, or other management or office staff.

Requirements:Must possess personal tools for the job duties set forth above including hammer, screw drivers, sockets, wrenches, cordless drill, GFI tester, spackle tools, and all basis tools to perform plumbing and carpentry.
Physical Requirements:

• Required to be on feet (66% to 100% of the time).
• Must be physically able to perform extensive snow removal
• Regularly required to perform the following activities:

Bend/Stoop/Squat: Perform routine maintenance and repairs; pick up tools, equipment and materials.

Climb Stairs: Service requests and make ready needs for 2nd and 3rd floor apartments.

Climb Ladders: Perform routine maintenance/repairs both indoors and outside.

Grasp/Grip/Turning: Handle tools and equipment, perform routine maintenance/repairs.

Finger Dexterity: Handle tools and equipment, perform routine maintenance/repairs.

Reach Above Shoulders: Perform routine maintenance/repairs, stock shelves, remove equipment and parts.

Writing: Inventory control, requisition requests, maintenance reports and work orders.

• Lifting/Carrying (supplies, replacement parts, ladders, etc.).

Over 150 lbs: Rarely needed (less than 1% of the time).

75 lbs – 100 lbs: Occasional need (1% to 33% of the time).

25 lbs – 75 lbs: Frequently needed (33% to 66% of the time).

1 – 25 lbs: Constant need (66% to 100% of the time).

Note: Lifting and carrying of weights exceeding 50 lbs is accomplished with assistance from one or more persons. Examples of heavy items include: washers/dryers, refrigerators, A/C units, furniture, etc.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $21.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work Location: In person