Maintenance Technician

Sign-On Bonus:
Westland is currently offering a Sign-On bonus for this role in the amount of $500!

Company Overview:
Established in 1977, Westland Real Estate Group is a privately owned Property Management company that manages and owns their own Real Estate portfolio responsibly. Our real estate portfolio consists of both Commercial and Residential with Residential having over 14,000 units spread out through Southern CA, Las Vegas, NV and Fort Worth, TX.
Westland is headquartered in Long Beach, CA and believes in continually growing and expanding the Westland family while providing high-quality service and making a positive impact on each community we serve. Our company values are Family, Opportunity, Commitment and Results. Come and join the Westland team where growth is key!

Job Summary:
The Maintenance Technician performs routine and extensive preventative maintenance and repair procedures on properties, mechanical, equipment, and utility systems. Will also perform general cleaning and minor maintenance duties in maintaining apartments, buildings, community spaces, adjacent walks and grounds, grass, and equipment in clean, orderly, and functional condition, as well as providing assistance to staff, visitors, and other employees, as necessary.

Experience:

• Min. of 2 years of prior experience with maintenance occupation
• Knowledge of plumbing, and electrical systems
• Experience using hand and electrical tools
• Ability to read technical manuals and drawings

Education:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) - preferred
• Certificate in: plumbing, refrigeration, HVAC, or other technical studies - preferred

Additional Requirements:

• Being a maintenance worker requires light troubleshooting abilities for a variety of different types of machinery and equipment like electricity, plumbing and occasionally janitorial or lawn maintenance. While performing the duties of this job, this position requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing, as well as frequently lift and/or move items over 75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Ability to work occasionally in poor weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, or snow. Must be able to work flexible hours. Possession of a current and valid motor vehicle driver's license. Own and maintain an operable smartphone.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform minor and major repair of all equipment and throughout the property
• Guide and assist Maintenance Tech I
• Inform Supervisor of recurring problems
• Recommend preventative maintenance plans to Supervisor
• Perform preventive maintenance procedures on building mechanical equipment on a scheduled basis
• Perform minor electrical maintenance to include but not be limited to replacement or repair of fixtures (e.g. wall switches and outlets, incandescent and fluorescent bulbs and tubes, ballast, sockets, fuses, minor appliances, cords, etc.) using appropriate hand, power and specialty tools
• Perform minor plumbing maintenance (e.g. replacement or repair of leaks in drains and faucets, unclogging of drains, trenching and laying new lines, replacing drain hoses on washers and similar devices, etc.)
• Perform minor painting, carpentry and masonry work (e.g. preparing surfaces and using brush, sprayer, or roller to apply paints, stains, and varnishes, hanging doors, fitting locks and handles, etc.)
• Prepare the surfaces and paints various structures and equipment (e.g. walls, refrigerators, evaporative coolers, floors, roofs, doors, restroom facilities, etc.) to preserve wood and metal parts from corrosion and maintain a safe, comfortable working environment using various painting equipment and related tools (e.g. sprayers, rollers, brushes, thinners, etc.)
• Clean rooms, hallways, lobbies, lounges, rest rooms, corridors, elevators, stairways, parking lots, and other work areas
• Inspect belts, checks fluid levels, replaces filters, greases bearings, seals, etc.; Clean and inspect boiler; treats water with proper chemicals
• Perform repairs or replaces broken parts; Performs touch up and finish painting
• Repair broken windows; repair doors, door locks and closets; install window blinds
• Complete daily, weekly and monthly checklists on building equipment maintenance procedures and maintains records of scheduled maintenance procedures
• Use brooms, mops, and floor equipment to sweep, mop, strip and wax floors; Use vacuum cleaners to clean rugs, carpets, upholstered furniture and blinds
• Replace light bulbs
• Install electrical wiring and equipment; new electrical services, wiring during remodeling projects; replace and repairs wiring as needed
• Repair electrical equipment and control circuits; replace faulty electrical switches; repair refrigeration equipment
• May repair electrical locks and control panels to maintain building security
• May install computer cable; Basic computer skills
• Respond to emergency maintenance requests as required
• Assist with the renovation/remodeling of buildings; repair plaster and drywall; Paint building structures
• Maintain records of scheduled maintenance procedures; Ability to document work orders and performance; Ability to process work orders
• Participate in general cleaning, painting, and repair work

Benefits:
Westland takes pride in its team members and proudly offers the following benefits:

• Medical (dependent coverage options as well)
• Dental (dependent coverage options as well)
• Vision (dependent coverage options as well)
• Life Insurances (dependent coverage options as well)
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• Long Term Disability Insurance
• 401K with employer matching
• 6 Sick Days a year
• 10 Vacation Days a year to start
• Paid Holidays
• Rent Discounts and More!

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee.

Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Westland Real Estate Group is an equal opportunity employer.

Pay: $22.00 - $26.50 per hour