Service Technician 1

Weidner Apartment Homes; Edmond (OK); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Weidner Apartment Homes in Edmond, OK is seeking a Service Technician 1 to prepare vacant apartments and deliver timely maintenance. You will perform painting, drywall repairs, electrical, plumbing, HVAC tasks and carpentry, both in vacant and occupied units, ensuring high quality and safety standards.

The role requires reliability, the ability to work independently, strong customer service with residents and vendors, and willingness to participate in on-call rotations.

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 kilograms, climb ladders and stairs.
• Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Knowledge of electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and HVAC systems.
• EPA certification desired.

Responsibilities

• Prepare vacant apartments for occupancy including painting, drywall repair, trash out, mechanical, plumbing, and electrical repairs.
• Perform basic system repairs on electrical, plumbing, hot water heaters, HVAC systems, and appliances.
• Perform carpentry and painting; interior/exterior finishing.
• Identify when full-paint or touch-up paint is needed and select appropriate sheen/color.
• Perform daily maintenance tasks and respond to service requests promptly.
• Maintain pools: monitor chemical balance and logs as required by city ordinances.
• Conduct daily grounds maintenance and assist with property improvements as scheduled.
• Utilize Weidner-issued cell phone and apps; travel between properties as required.
• Participate in on-call rotation and adhere to safety and company policies.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Painting

Drywall repairs

Mechanical aptitude

Outdoor work

Lift up to 80 pounds

Yardi/Paycom experience

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Edmond, OK 73012
Position Type: Full Time
Job Category: MaintenanceEdge at Midtown

Position 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 repairs


• Perform 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 color


• Perform repairs on plank, vinyl and carpet flooring


• Perform service requests for residents daily and timely with moderate supervision and assistance


• Perform 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 assigned


• Clean pools as directed, monitor chemical balance, maintain logs as required by city ordinances, when applicable


• Perform daily grounds maintenance, including trash removal, pet waste disposal, maintaining pet waste stations, sweeping walkways, and snow removal, where applicable


• Participate in property improvements and preventive maintenance scheduled tasks, promptly


• Must utilize Weidner issued cell phone and specified apps as part of your daily role


• Must use personal vehicle to go between properties as assigned during work hours


• Must take part in the on-call rotation, as scheduled

Qualifications

• 1 + years maintenance experience required


• 1 + years of painting and drywall repairs preferred


• Solid mechanical aptitude required


• Able to lift and carry up to 80 pounds/36.3 kilograms, climb ladders and climb multiple flights of stairs at a time


• Able to use appliance dolly, push/pull up to 200 pounds/90.7 kilograms


• Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions


• Able to be on feet constantly for entire work shift, if applicable


• Knowledge of electrical, plumbing, carpentry, swimming pool maintenance, appliances, building systems, irrigation systems, and HVAC systems


• EPA certification desired


• Complete tasks in a safe and efficient manner


• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with strong motivation to learn & contribute on a daily basis


• Able to give professional directions clearly in person, over the phone, email, and text


• Experienced in Microsoft products preferred (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook)


• Yardi and Paycom experience preferred; Willing and able to learn new software programs


• Follow 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 laws


• Prompt, regular attendance; wear company dress code/uniform & maintain professional appearance at all times


• Work effectively and cooperatively in a team environment and/or independently


• Ability to work overtime as requested


• Willing and able to be assigned to other Weidner properties as needed


• Working knowledge of English; detail oriented, well organized


• Must agree to a criminal background check and sign an agreement for voluntary drug testing


• Must have access to personal vehicle and/or reliable transportation, at all times


• Driver’s license, vehicle and vehicle insurance must be valid and unexpired at all times and match the country in which associate will work