Service Technician

UDR, Inc.; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Discounts on premier communities

Job summary

UDR, Inc. is seeking a Service Technician for Cambridge Woods and Lakewood Place in Brandon, FL.

The role involves performing maintenance and repair to keep apartment communities in top condition, including electrical, HVAC, plumbing, and carpentry tasks. Ideal candidates have a vocational certificate/degree and at least two years of related maintenance experience, with EPA certification preferred and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Technical or vocational certificate and/or degree preferred.
• Minimum of two years of experience in building and mechanical maintenance including plumbing, electrical, appliance repair, painting and drywall.
• HVAC knowledge and carpentry experience a plus.
• EPA Type II or Universal certification preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and rotating on-call responsibility required.
• Some locations require certification in pool operation (CPO).

Responsibilities

• Respond to resident maintenance requests and repair/restore service within standard quality and time.
• Maintain appearance and cleanliness of the community—grounds, buildings, amenities, leasing office and common areas.
• Report deficiencies and safety issues immediately.
• Ensure apartments are ready for occupancy by performing electrical, HVAC, plumbing, carpentry, appliance repairs and general cleaning.
• Maintain tools, equipment, and workspace; stock inventory as needed.
• Provide superior customer service to internal and external customers.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

HVAC

Carpentry

Plumbing

Electrical

Appliance repair

Painting

Drywall

EPA Type II/Universal

Driver's license

On-call

Pool operation certification (CPO)

Education

Vocational certificate or degree

Job description

UDR is seeking a Service Technician to join our team at Cambridge Woods and Lakewood Place located in Brandon, FL.

Maintenance Technician – Every day is an opportunity for you to turn an apartment into a home. #WRK4UDR. UDR, Inc. and its affiliated companies are seeking a Maintenance Technician to join our team at {Property}, our apartment community (# homes) located in {City, State}.

Key Qualifications

Technical of vocational certificate and/or degree preferred. Minimum of two years of experience in building and mechanical maintenance including plumbing, electrical, appliance repair painting and drywall. Knowledge and experience of HVAC and carpentry a plus. EPA Type II or Universal certification preferred. Valid driver’s license and rotating on-call responsibility required. Some locations require certification in pool operation (CPO).

Essential Job Functions

Respond to resident requests for maintenance and service by taking appropriate action to repair and/or restore service within the quality and time standards established by the organization. Maintain the overall appearance and cleanliness of the community by ensuring that grounds, amenities, building exteriors/interiors, market ready units, breezeways, curbs, signage, leasing office, central garbage areas, parking lots and other buildings and common areas are free of debris, trash, graffiti, and other items which affect the appearance of the community. All deficiencies and or risk management safety issues are reported immediately. Ensure that apartments are ready for occupancy by performing various and as needed electrical, HVAC, plumbing, carpentry, appliance repair, and other miscellaneous equipment maintenance and repairs, as well as carpet cleaning, painting, and overall apartment cleaning or other activities as necessary or as directed. Maintain tools, equipment, and workspace and ensure they are organized and in proper working order, request replacements as necessary, and assist in stocking the inventory. Provide superior customer service to internal and external customers. Perform other duties as assigned or as necessary.

Career Development and Advancement

We offer ongoing education opportunities to support the skillset development of our employees. We have a proven culture of supporting the development and advancement of our employees' individual career goals and are proud to announce the promotion of 242 employees in 2018, that’s an average of 20 associates promoted per month! We believe our employees are the organization's most valuable asset.

Exceptional Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefit package and discounts to live in our premier communities! UDR, Inc., an S&P500 company, is one of the nation's largest owners and managers of residential apartment communities with a mission of offering remarkable apartment homes in the most desirable locations throughout the United States. Share your expertise, skill and commitment to excellence with us, and be a part of UDR's team. #WRK4UDR UDR is proud to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. UDR is committed to providing and maintaining a diverse workforce and an inclusive work environment with equitable access and opportunity for associates to participate, grow, and reach their full potential.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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