Service Technician 1

Weidner Apartment Homes; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays

Job summary

Weidner Apartment Homes is seeking a Service Technician 1 in Anchorage to prepare vacant apartments for occupancy and provide timely maintenance services. You will handle painting, drywall, carpentry, electrical and plumbing tasks, plus routine repairs on HVAC, boilers, and appliances.

You must lift heavy loads, work outdoors in all weather, and travel between properties using your own vehicle. On-call rotation and benefits support your growth within a national property company.

Qualifications

• 1+ years maintenance experience required.
• 1+ years painting and drywall repairs preferred.
• Solid mechanical aptitude required.
• Able to lift and carry up to 80 pounds/36.3 kg.
• Able to use appliance dolly; push/pull up to 200 pounds/90.7 kg.
• Knowledge of electrical, plumbing, carpentry, pools, appliances, and HVAC systems.
• EPA certification desired.
• Experience with Microsoft Suite; Yardi/Paycom experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare vacant apartments for occupancy: painting, drywall, repairs.
• Perform repairs on electrical, plumbing, boilers, water heaters, HVAC, and appliances.
• Carpentry, drywall, painting, interior/exterior work.
• Flooring: plank, vinyl, carpet repairs; basic maintenance tasks.
• Conduct daily maintenance tasks and respond to service requests.
• Assist with pool maintenance and grounds upkeep as needed.
• Use company apps and drive between properties; participate in on-call rotation.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Painting & drywall

Mechanical aptitude

Lifting 80+ lbs

Pushing/pulling 200 lbs

Electrical/plumbing knowledge

HVAC & appliances

Microsoft Office

Yardi/payroll software

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Yardi

Paycom

Job description

Conifer Grove & Russian JackPosition Summary:As Service Technician 1, you are a multi-faceted maintenance professional responsible for preparing vacant apartments for occupancy and for providing quality service in a timely manner to our residents and the community. Each day, you will both work in vacant apartments and occupied apartments, performing tasks including painting, drywall repairs and executing maintenance repairs requested by the company. In addition, this role is responsible for conducting efficient daily maintenance tasks while increasing the asset value and integrity of your community. You are able to work independently in all aspects of your role and at a consistent, quality pace. A successful Service Technician 1 is able to manage their time effectively, is detail oriented, a trustworthy team player, and takes pride in their work. In addition, this position needs to be accountable and attentive to provide excellent customer service skills when interacting with residents, associates and vendors.Primary Responsibilities:Prepare all vacant apartments for occupancy including but not limited to: painting, drywall repair, trash out, mechanical, plumbing, and electrical repairsPerform basic system repairs on electrical, plumbing, hot water heaters, HVAC systems, appliances, etc.Perform detailed work with carpentry, drywall repairs and interior/exterior painting, etc.Learn to distinguish when full-paint or touch-up paint is needed, as well as knowledge and ability to identify correct paint sheen and colorPerform repairs on plank, vinyl and carpet flooringPerform service requests for residents daily and timely with moderate supervision and assistancePerform system repairs on electrical, plumbing, boilers, hot water heaters, HVAC systems, appliances, etc.Perform detailed work with carpentry, drywall repairs and interior/exterior painting, etc.Perform preventative maintenance as assignedClean pools as directed, monitor chemical balance, maintain logs as required by city ordinances, when applicablePerform daily grounds maintenance, including trash removal, pet waste disposal, maintaining pet waste stations, sweeping walkways, and snow removal, where applicableParticipate in property improvements and preventive maintenance scheduled tasks, promptlyMust utilize Weidner issued cell phone and specified apps as part of your daily roleMust use personal vehicle to go between properties as assigned during work hoursMust take part in the on-call rotation, as scheduledWilling and able to help any maintenance team as neededBenefits & PerksAt Weidner Apartment Homes, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial well-being, and career growth. Eligible on-site employees enjoy:Health & WellnessMedical, Dental, and Vision InsuranceEmployer-paid Basic Life InsuranceEmployee Assistance Program (EAP) providing confidential support for personal, financial, and legal matters; up to three sessions at no costFinancial Benefits401(k) Retirement Plan with company match of up to 4% of your eligible incomeOpportunities to earn leasing commissions and/or semi-annual performance-based bonuses (position dependent) tied to community performanceTime Away from WorkVacation accrual, with no usage waiting period upon accrualSick time accrual, with accrued time usage eligibility after 60 days of employmentNine company-designated paid holidays annuallyHousing BenefitsEmployee apartment discount available at Weidner communities, subject to availability and community guidelinesWorkplace SupportCompany-provided maintenance uniformsCareer DevelopmentContinuing education reimbursement program after 1 year of employment, up to $2,500 per year for approved courses or certificationsOpportunities for professional growth and advancement within a nationally recognized property management companyJoin Weidner Apartment Homes and become part of a team that values your contributions and invests in your success.Qualifications:1 + years maintenance experience required1 + years of painting and drywall repairs preferredSolid mechanical aptitude requiredAble to lift and carry up to 80 pounds/36.3 kilograms, climb ladders and climb multiple flights of stairs at a timeAble to use appliance dolly, push/pull up to 200 pounds/90.7 kilogramsAble to work outdoors in all weather conditionsAble to be on feet constantly for entire work shift, if applicableKnowledge of electrical, plumbing, carpentry, swimming pool maintenance, appliances, building systems, irrigation systems, and HVAC systemsEPA certification desiredComplete tasks in a safe and efficient mannerAbility to work in a fast-paced environment with strong motivation to learn & contribute on a daily basisAble to give professional directions clearly in person, over the phone, email, and textExperienced in Microsoft products preferred (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook)Yardi and Paycom experience preferred; Willing and able to learn new software programsFollow Weidner’s Mission, Vision and Values and comply with all Weidner policies and procedures as well as all Fair Housing, local, state/province, and federal lawsPrompt, regular attendance; wear company dress code/uniform & maintain professional appearance at all timesWork effectively and cooperatively in a team environment and/or independentlyAbility to work overtime as requestedWilling and able to be assigned to other Weidner properties as neededWorking knowledge of English; detail oriented, well organizedMust agree to a criminal background check and sign an agreement for voluntary drug testingMust have access to personal vehicle and/or reliable transportation, at all timesDriver’s license, vehicle and vehicle insurance must be valid and unexpired at all times and match the country in which associate will work