Onsite Maintenance Technician

Description

The Company :

As the leading residential property management company in North America, we work hard to help communities thrive. Our dedication, responsiveness and integrity are why thousands of communities across the U.S. and Canada choose FirstService Residential to manage their properties.

Job Overview :

FirstService Residential has various growth opportunities for maintenance professionals like you. Job openings for technicians specializing in contract work, installation, landscaping, and general repairs are available, including comprehensive benefits. As the leader in the property management industry, FirstService provides associates with paid time off, vacation plans, medical and dental coverage, 401K matching, and more. Please take the next step in your career at one of the 8,500 properties across the Unites States and Canada, helping to maintain the community’s areas, grounds, and amenities. FirstService provides exceptional service because we hire extraordinary people.

Your Responsibilities :

The individual’s daily activities will include plumbing, electrical, mechanical, light construction, painting, fountain maintenance, pool repairs, and general maintenance for our 160+ non-apartment properties, both large single family developments and high to low-rise condos.

• Work from instructions and complete daily work orders and required forms.
• Perform minor and routine maintenance replacement and repairs in areas of carpentry, electrical work, HVAC, plumbing, mechanical, painting, flooring, and other building repairs.
• Paint common areas and touch up as required. Inspect areas that need paint and advise manager.
• Perform casual labor, such as lifting / moving heavy items as directed by supervisors and following appropriate safety procedures.
• Inspect all assigned areas daily and report all maintenance discrepancies or deficiencies to Supervisor.
• Maintain assigned equipment in good working condition.
• Perform a variety of janitorial duties including but not limited to cleaning restrooms, assigned areas and emptying and removing trash.
• Responsible for inventory of parts and supplies needed for immediate repairs.
• May participate in any variety of meetings and work groups to integrate activities, communicate issues, obtain approvals, resolve problems, and maintain specified level of knowledge pertaining to new developments, requirements, policies, and regulatory guidelines.
• Ensure all safety precautions are followed while performing the work.
• Purchases all maintenance supplies and materials in a cost-efficient manner.
• Manages vendors and contractors.
• Follow all policies and Standard Operating Procedures as instructed by Management.
• Perform any range of special projects, tasks and other related duties as assigned.

Additional Responsibilities :

Education, Experience, and Requirements :

Knowledge, Skills, and Proficiencies :

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and / or ability required.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment :

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  Hours over and above normal office hours will occur, including evenings, holidays, and some weekends. Schedule is subject to change based on business needs.

Tools and Equipment Used :

Travel :

Local travel around the Kansas City metropolitan area

What We Offer :

As a full-time, non-exempt associate, you will be eligible for full comprehensive benefits to include your choice of multiple medical plans, dental, vision, and more. In addition, you will be eligible for time off benefits, paid holidays and a 401k with company match.

Compensation : $25.00 - $26.00 per hour

Disclaimer :

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. This is not an all-inclusive job description; therefore, management has the right to assign or reassign schedules, duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.