Maintenance Technician

FUNCTION: Performs all routine and preventive maintenance in order to maintain the physical integrity of the community.

REPORTS TO: Maintenance Supervisor

FLSA CLASSIFICATION: Hourly Nonexempt

RESPONSIBILITIES: (Including, but not limited to)

Maintenance/Customer Service

Effectively handle resident service requests, correcting the situation within 24 hours when possible. Ensure that all make-ready repairs and services are completed correctly and on schedule.

Maintain awareness of the physical condition of the property and immediately correct unsafe conditions.

Maintain accurate records regarding preventative maintenance, service requests (received and completed), expenditures, apartment make ready status, work in progress, etc.

Must be knowledgeable of inventory levels of spare parts and supplies and inform supervisor of shortages.

Maintain effective internal control over operational activities in compliance with best practice policy and guidelines.

Maintain community grounds and landscaping.

Handle snow and debris removal.

Clean model apartment, community center and office areas.

Clean hallways and common areas.

Clean laundry facilities.

Clean vacant apartments.

Completion of other tasks as assigned by supervisor and/or management.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Constant need (66% to 100% of the time) to be on feet.

Must be able to remain in a stationary position for a prolonged period of time during a work shift.

Constantly positions and move self to perform essential job duties.

Constantly operates related operations equipment and tools.

Constant need (66% to 100% of the time) to be on feet.

Have constant need (66% to 100% of the time) to perform the following physical activities:

Bend/Stoop/Squat: Perform routine maintenance/repairs, pick up tools and needed equipment.

Climb Stairs: Service requests, make-ready needs for 2 and higher apartments.

Push or Pull: Move equipment, appliances, open and close doors, etc.

Reach Above Shoulder: Perform routine maintenance/repairs, stock and remove equipment, parts, etc..

Climb Ladders: Perform routine maintenance/repairs.

Grasp/Grip/Turning: Handle tools and equipment, perform routine maintenance/repairs.

Finger Dexterity: Handle tools and equipment, perform routine maintenance/repairs.

Writing: Inventory maintenance, requisition requests, required maintenance reports.

Lifting/Carrying (supplies, replacement parts, ladders, etc.):

Over 150 lbs.: rare need (less than 1% of the time)

75 -150 lbs.: Occasional need (1% to 33% of the time)

25 to 75 lbs.: Frequent need (33% to 66% of the time)

1 to 25 lbs.: Constant need: (66% to 100% of the time)

NOTE: Lifting and carrying weights exceeding 50 lbs. is to be accomplished with assistance from one or more persons. Examples of heaviest items lifted include washer/dryers, refrigerators, a/c units, abandoned sofas, etc.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work environment: for the most part, ambient room temperatures, lighting and traditional equipment as found in a typical indoor building or outside grounds work environment in hot, cold and moderate temperatures and varying precipitation or sunlight.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Previous experience that includes plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpentry and locksmithing.

Previous experience in cleaning.

Previous experience in landscaping.

Ability to follow directions.

Customer service skills.

Ability to complete tasks.

Attention to detail.

Written and verbal communication skills.

Must be available on an as-needed basis for after hours, on-call emergency services.

HOURS: Monday – Friday 8:30 – 5:00

On-call as needed

LOCATION: Property Site(s) as assigned

Pay range is $21.00 - $23.00 per hour based on experience.

About Prime Companies:

For more than four decades, Prime Companies has provided top real estate solutions and services creating superior real estate experiences and quality communities. With more than 2,000 apartment units and over 3,000,000 square feet of developed, constructed, and managed real estate, Prime continues to build value to give back to the community, hiring quality associates, utilizing cutting-edge technology, creativity, and expertise, all while bettering the lives of our associates, communities, partners, and clients.

About Prime Management LLC