Maintenance Technician -

Description

Principal Objective of Position: The Maintenance Technician repairs and maintains all mechanical, electrical equipment, plumbing fixtures, structural facilities and grounds of the property. The Maintenance Technician works towards the common goals of satisfactory cash flow, positive resident relations and optimal resident retention.

Requirements:

Training/Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Valid Driver’s License and reliable private transportation
• English language proficiency both written and verbal
• HVAC Certification (optional - at discretion of Property Manager)

Experience Desired

• Minimum one year demonstrated experience in the maintenance and repair of mechanical and electrical systems, plumbing and grounds keeping
• Knowledge of Equal Housing Opportunity (EHO) requirements and applicable program regulations

Special Requirements

• Ability to operate a two-axle motor vehicle
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
• Must be able to perform all duties related to fine detail of mechanical devices
• Ability to operate all necessary tools to perform the essential functions of the position
• Demonstrated experience and working knowledge of OSHA standards and other environmental safety standards
• Ability to perform a variety of duties in all types of weather
• Ability to maintain 24-hour on-call status
• HVAC experience preferred

Essential Functions:

• Receives service work orders, performs required work within the established time frames to ensure service is completed within 24 hours
• Polices grounds as first task daily and throughout day, as needed
• Refurbishes vacant units within five (5) working days or less
• Completes painting, cleaning, grounds work, etc., as needed
• Plants, prunes, weeds, seeds or removes foliage, shrubs, trees or grasses or other grounds work, as requested
• Operates various mechanical or electrical equipment or garden tools
• Assists with completion of preventative maintenance and housekeeping inspections of apartment units
• Reports any property losses or liability related incidents to appropriate parties on a timely basis
• Reports any work-related injuries to appropriate parties on a timely basis
• Complies with all local, state and federal regulations as well as all company policies and procedures
• If applicable, assists with any preparation for HUD REAC inspections to ensure a positive outcome
• Completes other duties as assigned by supervisor

Dress Code: Appropriate attire, including safety equipment, as designated by supervisor

Contacts and Liaisons: The Maintenance Technician will regularly communicate with all necessary HTPG employees, outside vendors and other individuals as deemed necessary to fulfill the responsibilities of the position.