MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN

West Hartford - multiple buildings - valid driver's license and registered/insured vehicle are required
200 Units
Salary- BOE
On-Call/After-hours rotation required

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Day-to-Day duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

- Apartment turnover and/or renovation
- Work Orders
- Common area maintenance

Plumbing
Repair issues with plumbing systems. Replace or install faucets, toilets, and hot water tanks. Fix garbage disposals, dishwashers, washing machines, etc. Diagnose and repair leaks. Clear drains.

Electrical
Repair and replace power switches, fuses, and wall sockets. Troubleshoot electrically powered appliances such as ceiling lights, vent/exhaust fans, etc.

Painting and Drywall
From minor touch up painting to full unit painting at move-out. Repair to damaged walls from normal wear and tear to addressing maintenance related issues which may result in damage to the drywall. It’s expected that the unit will be returned to its original condition after the work is completed.

GENERAL
General daily visual inspections of the building(s) exterior and maintenance of property grounds.
Responsible for helping to maintain an appealing presence at all times. Addressing any aspects of the community’s presentation in a timely manner including track/debris pick up, exterior repairs, and lighting.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

Maintenance team members should have a strong working knowledge of plumbing, electrical and general maintenance with a minimum of 2 years related experience.

The following skills are essential for the position:

• Troubleshooting- the ability to problem solve and figure out why equipment is malfunctioning.
• General Trade Skills- general handyman skills to complete general repairs.
• Physical Endurance- the job of maintenance technician is physically strenuous and requires the ability to stand, life, climb, bend, push, pull and kneel.
• Communication skills- qualified candidate needs strong interpersonal communication skills to communicate with residents and office staff.
• Organizational and multitasking skills- the ability to track and follow through on service requests while prioritizing emergencies.
• Attention to Detail - strong ability to find and correct deficiencies .

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to lift 50 lbs, bend, kneel and reach
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation - must have your own vehicle with you at work each day to transport materials and bulk items as this is a multi-location position
• Must live within 30 minutes maximum of West Hartford, to ensure timely response to emergencies

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may be required to perform other duties as assigned.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $21.00 - $23.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• On call

Experience:

• Maintenance: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• West Hartford, CT: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person