Residential Maintenance Technician — Growth & Impact

Pratum Co; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision

Prescription Drug Program

Paid Vacation & Holiday

Paid Personal/Sick Leave

Life Insurance

AD&D Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Supplemental Life Insurance

Dependent Supplemental Life Insurance

Educational Assistance

Financial Planning

Retirement Savings Plan

Job summary

Pratum Co in Newark, NJ is seeking a Maintenance Technician to diagnose problems, perform repairs, and handle maintenance requests on-site for residential properties. The role requires interaction with tenants and staff, and involvement in make-ready and preventive maintenance tasks.

The candidate should have strong basic knowledge of HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems, plus experience with general maintenance and repair work.

Qualifications

• Minimum three years' experience as a residential property management maintenance technician.
• Ability to read and write English fluently and perform on-site resident management software functions.
• Able to speak with tenants and maintain good working relations with staff, tenants, and supervisor.
• Must be capable of lifting up to 50 lbs. and 100 lbs. with assistance when required.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Maintenance Supervisor on special maintenance projects, including preventative maintenance of building components and mechanicals.
• Complete resident service requests promptly.
• Make-ready tasks: painting, appliance repair, plumbing, electrical work, replacing faulty parts.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance and inspections of grounds, buildings, plumbing, electricals, appliances, and major equipment.
• Respond quickly to emergencies, notify appropriate personnel, and follow safety protocols.
• Inspect fire and carbon dioxide alarm systems and schedule repairs when needed.
• Perform snow removal as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

On-call rotation

HVAC knowledge

Electrical knowledge

Plumbing knowledge

General maintenance

Tools operation

Appliance repair

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Basic hand tools

Reading schematics

Job description

Pratum Co in Newark, NJ is seeking a Maintenance Technician to diagnose problems, perform repairs, and handle maintenance requests on-site for residential properties. The role requires interaction with tenants and staff, and involvement in make-ready and preventive maintenance tasks.

The candidate should have strong basic knowledge of HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems, plus experience with general maintenance and repair work.