Maintenance Technician

Job Title: Maintenance Technician Location: Woodland Hills, CA 91367 Salary Range: $25.00 - $27.00 Hourly Position Type: Full Time Description The Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing maintenance and other duties that assure the preservation and upkeep of the buildings, fixtures, and resident spaces. The Maintenance Technician is a key member of the customer service team and must exercise good customer care skills to maintain a high level of customer satisfaction. What We Offer Pay: $25.00-$27.00 per hour Schedule: Full-time (40 hours per week), Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance; 401(k) with employer match Time Off: Paid vacation and 15 paid company holidays Key Responsibilities • Inspects property and equipment daily to determine need and extent of service, equipment required, type and number of operation and maintenance personnel needed. • Respond to service requests on a first in, first out, (except in the case of an emergency) and in accordance with Fair Housing guidelines. Document to accurately describe work done, parts used, disposition and time spent. • Implementation and supervision of Preventative Maintenance program. • Review and update quarterly, semi-annual and annual preventative maintenance schedule to include changing HVAC filters, fire detector batteries, other types of safety devices, cleaning gutters, and inspecting for leaks. • Completes and submits a monthly property safety inspection report to the Resident Manager. • Assist with turnover of apartments as requested by Resident Manager to include duties such as maintenance, repair, or renovation and obtains bids for additional work from outside contractors. • Directs contracted projects to verify adherence to specifications. • Purchases and maintain records of building and maintenance supplies, machinery, equipment, and furniture. • Utilize safety equipment as applicable (i.e. back support devices, eye protection, gloves, masks, etc.) • Compiles records of labor and material cost for operating building and issues cost reports to owner or managing agents. • Assembles and analyzes contract bids and submits bids and recommendations to superiors for action. • Respond to emergency calls, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Overtime may be required. • Provide emergency on-call services on a rotating basis with other maintenance staff. Overtime may be required. • If you are unavailable for emergency calls at any time due to vacation or any other personal reason, it is required that you plan with the Service Technician at a sister property to be on call for you, and to notify your Supervisor and the Manager of the sister property of the arrangement. • Support office staff in efforts of safety and security of the property. • Keep Maintenance Shop neat and organized. Maintain company tools, equipment and other items in a satisfactory condition. • Meet and be personable and professional with community residents. • Effectively assess a situation which may require assistance or specialized equipment and respond appropriately in serious or emergency situations. • Communicate effectively with Property Manager daily to ensure all objectives are met and property is up to company standards. • Communicate with Property Manager regarding suppliers or vendors to ensure safe and efficient operation of property maintenance. • Trouble-shoot and diagnose and correct heating and air conditioning, and appliances problems. • Must be able to diagnose and repair equipment or appliances, which are not clearly seen or reached under counters, on ceiling etc. • Re-key locks and cut keys. • Repair electrical and plumbing problems. • Provide carpentry and sheet rock repairs. • Fix problem with cleanliness of property including trash and hallways. • Assist in monitoring maintenance, inventory, parts, cleaning supplies and placing replacement orders. • Can use power machinery properly and safely. • Driving to local areas when necessary. • Keep cellular telephone on at all times during working hours and while on call. Qualifications High School Diploma or equivalent. 1-2 years' relevant experience in apartment maintenance, multi community, hotel/motel, facilities management, construction or handyman. Must possess a valid Driver's License, reliable transportation and current auto insurance coverage as this position may require some driving for company business. Possess proficiency of the English language, including the ability to understand and communicate effectively with other employees, customers and vendors who only speak English as necessary to perform essential job duties. Compensation details: 25-27 Hourly Wage