Seeking highly skilled Maintenance Tech at a 730 unit property in the southwestern Suburbs. Candidate must come in with a can do attitude willing to lead by example. The Service Tech will assist the Service Supervisor in maintaining the physical integrity of the community and handling all service requests including HVAC calls. This involves ensuring a safe, secure and comfortable living environment for residents, visitors and staff. The Service Technician will carry out assigned duties in a safe manner and other duties as requested by the Service Supervisor or Community Manager. In the absence of the Service Supervisor, the Assistant Service Manager will assume all maintenance responsibilities. The Assistant Service Manager must also assist with getting vacant apartments back to “market ready” status and conduct all business in accordance with company policies and procedures, Fair Housing, Fair Credit Reporting Act, and all other applicable federal, state and local laws.
Preventive Maintenance/Safety:
Must be knowledgeable of pertinent laws and EPA and OSHA regulations governing proper storage and management of hazardous materials, including solvents, flammables, caustics and freon.
Must be aware of the condition of apartment property throughout the community and immediately initiates action to correct unsafe conditions, i.e., broken gates leading to pool, broken steps, open holes, broken/burned out exterior lights. Schedules and performs routine preventive maintenance on all appropriate equipment as directed by Service Supervisor and Community Manager. Inspects and maintains all tools in excellent condition.
Must be aware of utility meter cut-offs, apartment and fixture cut-offs, sewer cleanouts.
Performs work area clean-up and safety related duties.
Ensures that storage areas remain locked when not in use.
General Overview:
Diagnoses and performs minor or routine maintenance or repair, as directed, involving the following on a daily basis:
Electrical and plumbing (including water lines). A/C and heating systems Appliances (when applicable) Water irrigation systems Stairs, gates, fences, patios, railings Tile, Carpet flooring Interior/exterior lights Fireplaces, ceiling fans Gas fixtures and appliances (where applicable) Shutters, doors, cabinets, windows, sliding glass doors Boiler, gas and electric Door locks, P.O. boxes and locks Security systems (where applicable) Ceiling leaks Walls Pool areas, tile, hot tub/spa, pool furniture
Roof access may be required for (1) service and replacement of AC units on roofs or (2) inspection, investigation, or assessment of roof conditions prior to the actual beginning of work or after all construction is complete.
Inspects and helps coordinate all needed make-ready repairs and services. Assists make-ready staff as required to meet deadlines.
Reports all major repairs and requisitions to Community Manager prior to any expenditure of funds.
Changes locks and makes keys.
Removes and transfers heavy appliances and equipment from storage area to apartment (or vice versa) as circumstances warrant. Assists in moving abandoned furniture, appliances, etc., to dumpster when necessary.
Must be knowledgeable of inventory levels of spare parts and supplies and inform Service Supervisor of shortages.
Assists in keeping grounds neat and free of litter. Rakes, sweeps, shovels as circumstances warrant.
Performs any additional duties assigned by Service Supervisor or Community Manager.
Education/Training:
Position requires at least one year experience in apartment maintenance.
Must have Level II or Universal EPA Refrigerant Certification
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.
Work Hours:
Minimum of 40 hours per week. Weekends as circumstances warrant; on-call on a rotating basis for emergencies.
- Location: Crest Hill, IL
- Compensation: Based on experience starting at $10-15 hour
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