Residential Building Handyperson
Paths is a full-scale, vertically integrated affordable housing developer, builder, and operator. Previously known as Omni, when founded in 2004, Paths creates and preserves high-quality affordable housing across the U.S. that enhances communities and helps residents build better lives. With over 12,000 units across 10 states under management and more than 450 employees, Paths manages a suite of capabilities spanning the entire property life-cycle, including: development, construction, property management, maintenance, and security.

Summary:
We are looking for a professional Handyperson with residential building maintenance skills to assist with the day-to-day maintenance, repair, and efficient operation of all building systems and equipment. The handyperson will coordinate and complete all requested work, assign priorities, and follow up on completion.

Classification:
Non-exempt (eligible for overtime); Non-Union

Essential functions/Responsibilities: duties include but are not limited to the following

• Performs routine maintenance work and makes repairs to properties as needed, including light plumbing, carpentry, painting, plastering, light electrical
• Works closely with Property Manager/ Superintendent who will help coordinate tasks
• Coordinates with tenants to set times to access apartments to make repairs
• Efficiently manages incoming service requests
• Repair of walkways and exteriors
• Tracks time and logs activities and the work completed for each job
• Completes renovation projects as needed
• Performs high-quality work with attention to detail
• On-call to respond to tenant requests and issues

Requirements:

• Thorough understanding of safety hazards and proper use of various cleaning and sanitizing solutions
• Must have a reliable vehicle to drive to various sites
• Must have High School Diploma or equivalent
• Minimum 2 years’ experience with a successful track record as maintenance tech/handyperson
• Experienced and knowledgeable in construction and maintenance
• Able to handle a wide variety of repairs (including painting, carpentry, plumbing, electrical, etc.)
• Good at troubleshooting and problem solving
• Good communication skills to communicate with tenants and other staff effectively.
• Good at using e-mail, text messages, and apps for business purposes
• Has a reliable vehicle to travel around to property locations (where applicable)
• Able to work occasional Saturdays (when needed)
• Owns all tools needed for general handyperson tasks- is a PLUS