Roving Maintenance Technician

Chiphousing; Chico (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance (employer-paid)

Life insurance (employee)

Paid holidays

Retirement plan (403b)

Job summary

CHIP is seeking a Roving Maintenance Technician to service its managed apartment communities, ensuring a safe and healthy living environment for residents. Responsibilities include preparing units for occupancy, handling work orders, and performing general maintenance with a focus on safety and customer service.

You will be on-call after hours, drive to multiple properties, and maintain records while following CHIP’s policies. A valid CA driver's license and reliable vehicle are required.

Qualifications

• Maintenance experience preferred.
• Reliable vehicle and valid California driver’s license; must be insurable.
• Willing to work at multiple properties and be on-call.
• Must communicate effectively with residents, co-workers, and supervisors.
• Able to follow written instructions (in English).
• Willing to respond to emergencies promptly 24/7.
• Basic computer use for timecards, email, and work order entry.

Responsibilities

• Prepare vacant units for occupancy, including cleaning, painting, and repairs.
• Complete work orders, log materials, costs, and hours worked.
• Provide general maintenance and safety duties across properties.
• Schedule and supervise contract maintenance as requested by the Resident Manager.
• Maintain inventory and shop/ equipment in good order; update MSDS manual.
• Operate power and manual tools safely for building and grounds maintenance.
• Provide excellent customer service to residents and assist with periodic inspections.
• Maintain maintenance records timely and accurate; enforce property rules with Residents.
• May work at other CHIP properties as assigned by the Maintenance Supervisor or Resident Manager.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Equipment operation

Teamwork

Communication

On-call responsiveness

Reading instructions

Computer basics

Driver's license/vehicle

Job description

Roving Maintenance Technician

PURPOSE

The Roving Maintenance Technician provides high-quality service to the CHIP managed apartment communities to ensure a safe and healthy environment for residents.

JOB FUNCTIONS

Essential Responsibilities:

1. Prepare vacant units for occupancy in a timely fashion, including cleaning, painting, and completion of any necessary repairs.

2. Complete work orders, and record the cost of materials/supplies, and hours worked.

3. Provide general maintenance to properties as assigned, ensuring work is completed in a timely fashion. May include any or all of the following:

• Make sure walkways are clear of debris and trip hazards.

• Inspect property exteriors, log any defects, and make repairs where needed.

• Enter daily maintenance information into Property Management Software.

• Handle emergencies during normal work hours as well as being on call after hours.

4. At the Resident Manager’s request, schedule and supervise contract maintenance.

5. Maintain an inventory of all equipment and related sign-out records.

6. Maintain the shop and equipment in a clean, operable, and orderly condition.

7. Maintain/update the MSDS manual.

8. Operate power and manual tools and equipment in a correct and safe manner for building and grounds maintenance and repair.

9. Provide excellent customer service to residents.

10. As scheduled, assist the Resident Manager with unit inspections, both periodically and annually.

11. Maintain maintenance records in a timely and accurate manner.

12. Become knowledgeable about the property rules and regulations to assist the Resident Manager with enforcing them.

13. Any other duties assigned (may include working at other properties) by the Maintenance Supervisor or Resident Manager.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

1. Must have mechanical aptitude and basic maintenance skills.

2. Ability to operate power and manual equipment and tools correctly and safely for grounds and building maintenance.

3. Must be a team player, able to work cooperatively with others.

4. Ability to communicate effectively with residents, co-workers, and supervisors.

5. Able to follow written instructions (in English).

6. Willing to carry cell phone 24 hours per day, 7 days per week, and respond to emergencies promptly.

7. Ability to perform basic functions on a computer, such as web-based/digital timecards, email, and work order entry on web-based property management software.

8. May be required to perform maintenance in severe weather conditions.

9. Willing and able to drive own vehicle as needed to service properties in various locations.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION

• Maintenance experience preferred.

• Must have a reliable vehicle, a current valid California Driver's license, and be insurable under the criteria established by CHIP’s general liability carrier. Must provide current proof of insurance at the levels specified by the CHIP travel policy.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

See Attached

Reasonable accommodations as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) will be made available, as necessary. Requires successful completion of a conditional offer physical examination conducted by Enloe Occupational Health Center.

Our Perks

CHIP takes pride in its competitive benefits package.

• 15 paid Holidays, plus Sick Leave, plus Vacation Leave, plus Personal Leave

• We pay 100% of employee-only health insurance premium

• We pay 100% of employee-only $25,000 life insurance premium

• CHIP offers a 403b Retirement Plan. Ask about our contribution policy.

Additional Requirements to Consider Before Applying

Must have a reliable vehicle, a current valid California Driver's license, and be insurable under the criteria established by CHIP's general liability carrier. Must provide current proof of insurance at the levels specified by the CHIP travel policy.

We want to know that you'll be able to succeed at your job based on the physical activities and requirements. A conditional offer will require the successful completion of a physical examination conducted by Enloe Occupational Health Center. Reasonable accommodations as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) will be made available, as necessary.

Employment with CHIP is at will for the employee and the employer. CHIP is an equal opportunity employer.