This job requires frequent travel between Maryland, Delaware, and Pennsylvania. Company vehicle will be provided as long as drivers license requirements are met.

Duties and Responsibilities

· Conduct all business in accordance with company policies and procedures, state, and federal laws, e.g., OSHA, ADA, Fair Housing, etc.

· Performs maintenance tasks personally.

· Handles resident service requests as directed by supervisor. If the service request requires additional time to correct, supervisor must be notified immediately.

· Is available for emergency purposes, 24 hours a day, seven days a week not only when on call but in the case of emergency.

· Performs tasks associated with unit turnover.

· Attend scheduled safety meetings.

· Must be aware of the physical condition of the property throughout and immediately report unsafe conditions, e.g., broken glass leading to the pool, broken steps, trip hazards, open holes, and broken/burned out exterior lights to supervisor.

· Deliver accurate records regarding preventative maintenance, service requests (received and completed), expenditures and apartment make ready status, work in progress, etc.

· Complete all assigned maintenance work on vacant apartments within the Paradise Management standard of 7 days or 5 business days.

· Performs routine maintenance on all equipment on a regular basis or as directed by supervisor.

· Inspects and maintains tools and equipment and keep them in excellent condition.

· Comply with all OSHA regulations and any applicable laws in your area regarding health, safety, or environment.

· Maintain thorough knowledge of pertinent laws and EPA and OSHA regulations governing property storage and management of hazardous materials, including solvents, flammables, caustics, and refrigerants.

· Train newly hired Service Technicians and/or Porters.

· Ensure building lights, gates and timers are working properly.

· Install new appliances as necessary.

· Assist as needed in emergency situations.

· Attend meetings and seminars as requested by supervisor.

· May be required to perform tasks associated with snow removal such as: shoveling, snow blower, plowing, salt spreading, calcium spreading, etc.

Must have the knowledge and ability to perform the following duties:

· Plumbing repairs

· Repair/replace locks, smoke alarms

· Replace window screens

· Appliance repair

· Electrical repairs

· Roofing inspection/minor roof repair

· Change AC filters

· HVAC repairs (must have HVAC license)

· Replace broken windows

· Carpet and pad repair/replacement

· Assist with keeping grounds neat and free of litter.

· Performs work area clean up and safety related duties.

· Provide Service Manager with a list of needed inventories of spare parts and maintenance materials.

· Comply with OSHA regulations

· Comply with all state and federal laws, e.g., ADA, Fair Housing, etc.

QUALIFICATIONS

· At least three (3) years’ experience in property maintenance or equivalent field.

· Must have HVAC license, Universal preferred.

· Must be willing to travel as needed.

Equipment Requirement:

Required to wear back support belt, goggles when working with specific equipment, masks and gloves and other safety equipment as tasks dictate. Must have reliable transportation and some tools.

Work Hours:

Monday through Friday with a minimum of 40 hours per week. Schedule and hours to be determined by supervisor; weekly schedule may change as required. It may be necessary to work weekends. Must be available for “on call” rotation schedule as needed. Must be available to work on snow removal duty as needed.

Equipment/Machinery/Tools:

An employee in this position must be knowledgeable and skilled in the safe use and maintenance of the following tools:

· Hand Tools: Various wrenches, hammer, grips, saws, sledgehammer, snips, posthole diggers, etc.

· Power Tools: Wrenches, grinders, sanders, drills, saws, etc.

· User-Moved Aids: Wheelbarrows, dollies, hand trucks, buckets, hoists, jacks, step ladders, full ladders, double ladders, etc.

· Mechanical Equip: Motors, pumps, compressors, blowers, electric and hand power augers, etc.

· Measuring Devices: Calipers, voltmeters, ohmmeters, testing meters, PH tests, gauges, etc.