Overview
Position : Lead Maintenance Technician. Reports to : Property Manager.
The Lead Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining the physical integrity of the community at all times. This involves ensuring a clean and well-maintained living environment for residents, visitors, and staff. It is the Lead Maintenance Technician's duty to anticipate, identify and correct any and all problems involving the property and to implement procedures that will prevent such problems. An effective program of maintenance is essential in order to :
- Maintain a clean and well-maintained environment
- Cultivate resident satisfaction
- Protect the investment of the apartment property owner
Duties And Responsibilities
Conduct all business in accordance with company policies and procedures, state and federal laws; e.g., OSHA, ADA, Fair Housing, etc.Resident Service
Performs maintenance tasks personally and delegates to assistants. Oversees and occasionally inspects work performed by assistantsInstitutes and manages a system for handling resident service requests. Completes work orders within 24 hours when possibleSchedules maintenance personnel in conjunction with the manager so that maintenance is available for emergency purposes, 24 hours a day, seven days a weekPreventative Maintenance / Safety
Conducts regularly scheduled safety meetings with entire staff; maintains and communicates HAZCOM standards. Keeps MSDS sheets current and readily accessible. Maintains thorough knowledge of pertinent laws and EPA and OSHA regulations governing proper storage and management of hazardous materials, including solvents, flammables, caustics, and refrigerantsMust be aware of the condition of the physical property throughout the community and immediately correct hazardous conditions; e.g., broken gates leading to the pool, broken steps, open holes, broken / burned out exterior lightsMaintains accurate records regarding preventative maintenance, service requests (received and completed), expenditures, apartment make-ready status, work-in-progress, etcSchedules and performs minor and routine maintenance on all appropriate equipment on a regular basis. Inspects and maintains all tools in excellent conditionIndoctrinates and assists in the development of all subordinate maintenance staff. Instills a "safety first" attitude not only with maintenance technicians but with all staff membersInstructs staff on proper use and guidelines for wearing safety itemsTraining
Complete all Grace Hill courses by the required deadlines. Commissions and bonuses will not be paid for anyone with past due Grace Hill courses.General
Diagnoses and performs on a daily basis minor and routine maintenance / repair involving the following :Electrical and plumbing (including water lines)A / C and heating systemsAppliancesWater irrigation systemsStairs, gates, fences, patios, railingsTile, carpet, flooringRoofing, gutters, fastenersInterior / exterior lightsFireplacesCeiling fansGas fixtures and appliances (where applicable)Shutters, doors, cabinets, windows, sliding glass doorsBoiler, gas and electricDoor locks, P.O. boxes and locksControlled access systems (where applicable)Ceiling leaksWallsPool areas, tile, jacuzzi, pool furnitureEnsures that all make-ready repairs and services are completed correctly and on scheduleReports all major repairs and requisitions to the manager prior to any expenditure of fundsPossesses knowledge of budget and budget complianceChanges locks and make-ready keysRemoves and transfers heavy appliances and equipment from storage area to apartment (or vise versa) as circumstances warrant. Assists in moving abandoned furniture, appliances, etc., to dumpster when necessary. Use a dolly or back support beltMaintains adequate inventory of spare parts and maintenance materials to handle most common repairs and situationsIdentifies all utility meter cut-offs, apartment and fixture cut-offs, sewer cleanouts, and prepares maps indicating samePerforms work area clean-up and safety-related dutiesEnsures that storage areas remain locked when not in useAssists in keeping grounds neat and free of litter. Rakes, sweeps, shovels as circumstances warrantPerforms any additional duties assigned by the manager or property supervisorQualifications
The position requires at least 3 years of experience in property maintenance or equivalent field.
Work Hours
40 hours per week. Weekends as circumstances warrant; on-call on a rotating basis and for emergencies.
Equipment Requirement
Required to wear back support belt, wear goggles when working with specific equipment, wear masks and gloves and other safety equipment as tasks dictate.
Equipment / Machinery / Tools
Hand Tools : Various wrenches, hammers, grips, saws, sledgehammers, snips, posthole diggers, etcPower Tools : Wrenches, grinders, sanders, drills, saws, etcUser-Moved Aids : Wheelbarrows, dollies, hand trucks, buckets, hoists, jacks, step ladders, full ladders, double laddersMechanical Equipment : Motors, pumps, compressors, blowers, electric and hand power augers, etcMeasuring Devices : Calipers, voltmeters, ohmmeters, testing meters, pH tests, gauges, etcPhysical Requirements
Note : Lifting and carrying of weights exceeding 50 lbs. is often accomplished with assistance from one or more persons. Examples of heaviest items lifted include washer / dryers, refrigerators, A / C units, abandoned sofas, etc.
Constant need (66% to 100% of the time) to be on feetHave constant need (66% to 100% of the time) to perform the following physical activities : Bend / Stoop / Squat / Kneel - Perform routine maintenance / repairs, pick up tools and needed equipmentClimb Stairs - Service requests, make-ready needs for 2nd and 3rd floor apartmentsPush or Pull - Move equipment, appliances, open and close doors, etcReach Above Shoulder - Perform routine maintenance / repairs, stock and remove equipment, parts, etcClimb Ladders - Perform routine maintenance / repairsGrasp / Grip / Turning - Handle tools and equipment, perform routine maintenance / repairsFinger Dexterity - Handle tools and equipment, perform routine maintenance / repairsWriting : Inventory maintenance, requisition requests, required maintenance reportsLifting / 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 - 75 lbs. Frequent need (33% to 66% of the time)1 - 25 lbs. Constant need (66% to 100% of the time)Vision Requirements
Constant need (66% to 100% of the time) to document maintenance and complete forms, review manuals and operating instructions, read cautionary labels, respond to written instruction from staff and residents. Constant need to see small detail when performing routine maintenance dutiesFrequent need (33% to 60% of the time) to see things clearly beyond arm's reach (oversee assistants, observe problems throughout the property)Hearing Requirements
Constant need (66% to 100% of the time) to communicate with assistants, office staff, vendors, and residents. Must use listening skills to diagnose needed repairs, etcSpeaking Requirements
Constant need (66% to 100% of the time) to verbally communicate with assistants, office staff, vendors, and residentsDriving / Traveling Requirements
Frequent need (33% to 66% of the time) to utilize personal transportation to pick up replacement parts and supplies from vendors. Rotation "on-call" status may occasionally require expedient travel to assigned property at moment's notice. Pickups and deliveries to the corporate officeMust have valid driver's license and automobile insurance coverageWorking Environment
Indoors (66% to 100% of the time). Frequently outdoors (33% to 66% of the time), all conditions, often for extended periodsOccasional exposure (1% to 33% of the time) to paint fumes, solvents, adhesives, etc. Example : Apartments during / after make-readyFrequent need (33% to 66% of the time) to work in awkward and confining positionsReasoning Development
HIGH. Must be able to apply principles of logical thinking to define problems, collect pertinent data, establish facts, draw valid conclusions and initiate an appropriate course of action. Must effectively convey ideas, images, and goals to a diverse group of personalitiesSunRidge Management Group is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace that has been in business for over 30 years.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior levelEmployment type
Full-timeJob function
Management and ManufacturingIndustries
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