Maintenance Technician

Job Description: Salary: $22/hr Come home to the Lindy Communities family. About Lindy Communities: Lindy Communities is a family-owned property management company, with a high-quality residential portfolio in the Greater Philadelphia area. Our goal is to provide the highest quality of apartment lifestyle. Residents and employees are the essence of our company. The key to our exceptional service is our exceptional employees who help us grow and prosper. We build our team with talented, motivated people who love what they do and love creating an outstanding living environment for our residents. This position description provides the overall purpose, key responsibilities, and specifications of the position. Lindy Communities philosophy requires that all employees contribute on a team basis for the purpose of overall company success. Accordingly, although this description does contain those functions/responsibilities which are essential to the performance of this position and other responsibilities which are part of the position, there may be other responsibilities which are not included. Lindy Communities reserves the right to amend or change this description at any time. Overall Responsibility As a member of our maintenance team, the Maintenance Technician is a vital component of our communitys day to day impression on existing residents and prospective residents. As such, the Maintenance Technician is expected to maintain a high level of quality customer service and professionalism. Essential duties and responsibilities include the following but are not necessarily limited to those listed. Every person is expected to perform any reasonable task or request that is consistent with fulfilling company objectives. This involves insuring a safe, secure and comfortable living environment for residents, visitors and staff. The Maintenance Technician is to assist the Maintenance Supervisor and Community Director in the overall maintenance of the property.The Maintenance Technician will carry out assigned duties in a safe manner and other duties as requested by Senior Maintenance Superintendent. In the absence of the Maintenance Supervisor the Maintenance Technician will report to the Community Director Essential Duties and Responsibilities Addressing residents service requests in a timely and professional manner. Standard get readies to be completed in 2 business days. Participate in all types of maintenance projects. Perform on-call Snow Shoveling Skills and Abilities To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required: Unit Prep Maintain and ensure that the preparation of each apartment unit, prior to a new occupant, is completed successfully and timely. Assist in apartment follow up inspections. Be responsible for refurbishing of apartments prior to resident occupancy. Electrical repairs on items such as appliances, fixtures, switches, GFI outlets. Interior/Exterior lighting, ceiling fans, etc. Plumbing work such as cleaning stoppages, replacing fittings, toilets, sink installations, garbage disposals, ceiling leaks. etc. Carpentry work such as fitting doors, freeing windows, replacing window glass, maintain sliding glass doors. Replacing and building shelves, sanding and refinishing doors. Cabinet installation, countertop installation, baseboards, moldings, drywall repair install flooring, vinyl and ceramic tile. Performs any additional duties assigned by Supervisor and Manager. Building Maintenance Removes and transfers heavy appliances and equipment from storage area to apartment (or vise versa) as circumstances warrant. Assists in moving abandoned furniture, appliances, etc., to dumpster when necessary. Paint, interior and exterior. tile, carpet, screens, window treatments and locks. Preventative maintenance details i.e. cleaning filters, washers. Interior/exterior lights, ceiling fans, shutters. Maintenance of water irrigation systems. Exterior Maintenance Cleans gutters and downspouts , shutters, outdoor furniture, line striping. Custodial/Grounds Maintenance Maintain trash-free property. Assist in custodial work, including sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, emptying trash, cleaning windows, etc., in common areas and in vacancies when necessary. Assist in grounds work policing and including pulling weeds, brush removal, trimming and planting, pressure washing etc. when necessary. Maintenance measure to ensure a safe, clean and well-maintained community. Assists in keeping grounds neat and free of litter. Utilizing Rakes, sweeps, shovels as circumstances warrant. Emergency response detail All personnel must respond to emergency response dispatch even if it is not their scheduled on call rotation to assist resident placement i.e. fire, flood, power outages. Be responsible for stock control and utilization of maintenance materials. Participate in a standby emergency maintenance schedule for evening, weekend and holiday coverage. Safety Observe and follow work safety programs. Systems Effectively manage the use of utilities at the property. On Call Responsibility Respond and resolve emergency service calls after business hours. Required to be on call 2 weeks per month. Inclement Weather Remove snow and ice in timely professional manner, by using a snow shovel. Transportation Must have use of personal vehicle. Frequent need to utilize personal transportation to pick up replacement parts and supplies from vendors. Rotation on-call status may occasionally require expedient travel to assigned property at moments notice. Pick up and deliveries to the Corporate office. Must have valid drivers license and automobile insurance coverage. Must have reliable transportation. Communication Display a positive, cooperative attitude toward work assignments and requirements. Communicate pleasantly with subordinates and supervisor. Record accurately the completion of work activities. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Must be able to read and write English. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. Report accidents and emergency situations to the Supervisor immediately. Inspect and report all common area defects. Report any resident breach of house rules to Property Manager. Demonstrate effective communication and interpersonal skills. Maintain daily log book of all daily work assignments. Equipment Machinery Tools Employee must own tools necessary for completion of their job duties and agree to obtain any additional tools as required to perform their duties. 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 sledge hammer, snips, post hole diggers, etc. Power Tools-Wrenches, grinders, sanders, drills, saws, power augers. User-moved aids-Wheelbarrows, dollies, hand trucks, buckets, hoist, jacks, step ladders, full ladders, double ladders. Performance Show willingness to pitch in and work in areas other than strictly repair maintenance; Ability to assist the Superintendent in any area where needed. Shall perform his or her duties using standard levels of productivity and dependability, insuring completion in a timely and zero defect manner. Pleasing personality and ability to work with and understand the problems and attitudes of residents. Self control. Neat, clean and appropriate appearance. Demonstrate support and goodwill of the community and fellow employees to residents and the community. Job requires company-approved attire with identification badge in sight. Regular attendance is mandatory. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; and talk and hear. Must be able to climb stairs and ladders and reach heights of 8 feet with the aid of a ladder. No fear of heights such as being on roof. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. Constant need (66% to 100% of the time) to be on feet. Have constant need (66% to 100% of the time) to perform the following physical activities: Bend/stoop/squat/kneel: Perform routine maintenance/repairs, pick up tools and needed equipment. Push or pull: Move equipment, appliances, open and close doors, etc.Reach Above Shoulder: Perform routine maintenance/repairs, stock and remove equipment, parts, etc. Climb Ladders: Perform routine maintenance/repairs. Grasp/Grip/Turning: Handle tools and equipment, perform routine maintenance/repairs. Finger Dexterity: Handle tools and equipment, perform routine maintenance/repairs. Writing: Inventory maintenance, required maintenance reports. Lifting/carrying (supplies, replacement parts, ladders, etc.) Over 150 lbs.: rare need (less than 1% of time) 75-150 lbs.: occasional need (1% to 33% of time) 25-75 lbs.: Frequent need (33% to 66% of time) 1-25 lbs.: Constant need (66% to 100% of time) Lifting and carrying of weights exceeding 50 lbs. is often accomplished with assistance from one or more persons. Examples of heaviest items lifted include washer/dryers, refrigerators, A/C units, abandoned sofas, etc. Vision Constant need (66% to 100% of time) to document maintenance and complete forms, review manuals and operating instructions, read cautionary labels, respond to written instruction from staff and residents. Constant need to see small detail when performing routine maintenance duties. Frequent need (33% to 100% of time) to see things clearly beyond arms reach (oversee assistants, observe problems throughout property). Hearing Constant need (66% to 100% of time) to communicate with assistants, resident staff, vendors and residents. Must use listening skills to diagnose needed repairs, etc. Speaking Constant need (66% to 100%) to verbally communicate with assistants, resident staff, vendors and residents. Reasoning Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in writing or diagram form. Accurately following standard procedures that may occasionally involve minor deviations needs to think rationally beyond a specific set of instructions. Working Environment Indoors (66% to 100% of the time). Frequently outdoors (33% to 100% of the time) all conditions, often for extended periods. Occasional exposure to paint fumes, solvents, adhesives, etc. Example: Apartments during/after make-ready. Frequent need (33% to 66% of the time) to work in awkward and confining positions. Job Qualifications High school diploma or general education degree. Minimum two years prior maintenance experience or experience in related field. Job requires company-approved attire with identification badge in sight. Must have use of personal vehicle. Mathematical Skills Must show basic understanding of math on test designed by company for this position. Certificates, Licensed, Registrations Must attend CAMT courses offered by The Apartment Association of Greater Philadelphia. Criteria for Service Call Success 85% resident requested work orders have a completion/response time of 24 hours, 95% of resident requested work orders have a completion/response time of 48 hours. Less than 2% of all work orders require call backs. Job requires company-approved attire with identification badge in sight. It is our expectation that service calls will be addressed on the same day basis. That at all times at least one half of all vacant apartments will be ready for physical occupancy. That at all times the property will be fully compliant with local laws, and the property condition will be maintained clean, safe and attractive at all times. Benefits: Competitive salary based on experience and education. Leasing Bonus on each signed lease that you secure. Medical with generous Company contribution. 401K retirement plan with generous employer match. Employer paid Long term disability. Employer paid Life insurance. Employer paid short term disability. Generous Paid Time Off program. Apartment discounts available to live on-site or at a nearby Lindy community. Access to Pool and Fitness centers at our properties. Dental and Vision benefits. Additional Voluntary Life insurance. Free Discount programs, BenefitHub, Working Advantage, etc. No one will be denied opportunities or benefits on the basis of age, sex, color, race, creed, national origin, religious persuasion, marital status, political belief or disability that does not prohibit performance. Principles only. 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