Service Technician (Blacksburg, Virginia)

ZipRecruiter; Blacksburg (VA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading property management company is seeking a Maintenance/Service Technician to perform essential repairs and maintenance tasks in their residential units. The role requires HVAC certification and offers a range of benefits including health and dental insurance, 401K, and vacation days. The technician will also participate in on-call duties and must have skills in plumbing, electrical tasks, and carpentry.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

401K

Long-term disability

Vacation

Sick leave

Qualifications

• HVAC skills with CFC certification required.
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations and MSDS standards.
• 1-3 months of related experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform repairs to make-ready units within deadlines.
• Be available for 24-hour emergency response as scheduled.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of maintenance shop.

Skills

HVAC

Plumbing

Electrical

Carpentry

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

SMITH'S LANDING APARTMENTS

Weekend hours:

Saturdays may be required during May through August.

Position Overview:

The Maintenance/Service Technician reports directly to the Service Manager and is responsible for performing make-ready repairs to all vacant units prior to move-in. HVAC certification is required.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Perform repairs to make-ready units in a timely manner.
2. Be responsible for 24-hour on-call duties as scheduled by the Service Manager, responding to on-call paging.
3. Assist the Service Manager or Housekeeper with their work if necessary.
4. Assist grounds personnel with trashing out units if needed.
5. Assist with inventory control and utilization of maintenance materials and supplies.
6. Inspect property for improvements and repairs, review findings with the Service Manager.
7. Perform work order requests and ensure same-day completion whenever possible.
8. Ensure grounds are free of litter at all times.
9. Operate and perform scheduled maintenance on all equipment properly.
10. Know the location of emergency cut-offs for gas, water, and sewer clean-outs.
11. Paint interior and exterior surfaces as required.
12. Assist the Property Manager or other staff members when requested.
13. Maintain a professional appearance and good attitude at all times.
14. Follow all policies outlined in the Employee Handbook and Maintenance General Operating Policies.
15. Keep the maintenance shop clean and organized.
16. Be immediately available in case of snow or emergencies.
17. Work well with other staff and be flexible to transfer to other properties if needed.
18. Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• HVAC skills with CFC certification.
• CPO certification preferred.
• Skills in plumbing, electrical, and carpentry.
• Knowledge of SDS and OSHA regulations.
• 608 Refrigerant Certification is preferred but not required; training available.

Working Conditions:

• May require night/weekend work.
• Required to be on call.
• Work performed indoors and outdoors, in temperatures below 32°F and above 100°F.

Education and Experience:

High school diploma or GED; 1-3 months of related experience and/or training, or equivalent.

Certificates and Licenses:

• Current driver’s license.
• CFC certification where needed.

Additional Skills:

• HVAC, plumbing, carpentry, electrical skills.
• Pool certification if required.

Other Qualifications:

• Knowledge of OSHA regulations and MSDS standards.

Physical Demands:

Regularly required to stand, walk, use hands, reach, talk, and hear. Frequently sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Occasionally taste or smell. Must frequently lift/move up to 100 pounds. Vision abilities include peripheral and depth perception.

Work Environment:

Exposure to moving mechanical parts, chemicals, weather conditions, electrical hazards, and other environmental factors. Noise level is usually moderate.

Benefits:

Includes health, dental, life insurance, 401K, employee assistance, long-term disability, vacation, and sick leave.

EOE/Drug-Free Workplace