SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Training:

• Previous maintenance supervisor or three years property management maintenance experience required.

Experience/Knowledge/Abilities:

• Must possess strong experience in supervising staff, strong interpersonal skills and strong working knowledge of customer service principles and practices. Must possess strong time management skills.
• Must be able to multi-task and operate in a fast-paced environment.
• Computer literacy required; Professional and working knowledge of MS Office application with emphasis on Excel and Word. On Call 24/7. Ability to respond to emergencies in a timely manner. Must be able to work flexible schedule and weekends as needed.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Constant need (66% to 100% of time) to perform the following physical activities:

• Maintain regular and predictable attendance
• Walk throughout the building
• bend/stoop/squat/kneel - Perform routine maintenance/repairs, pick up tools and needed equipment
• climb stairs - Service requests, make-ready needs for apartments located on floors other than ground level
• push or pull - Move equipment, appliances, open and close doors, etc.
• reach above shoulders - Perform routine maintenance/repairs, stock and remove equipment, parts
• climb ladders - Perform routine maintenance/repairs
• grasp/grip/turning - Handle tools and equipment, perform routine maintenance and repairs, phone
• finger dexterity - Handle tools and equipment, perform routine maintenance and repairs
• writing/typing - Inventory maintenance, requisition requests, interoffice memos, required maintenance reports

Lifting/carrying (supplies, replacement parts, ladders, etc.):

• over 150 lb. - Rare need (less than 1% of time)
• between 75-150 lb. - Occasional need (1% to 33% of time)
• between 25-75 lb. - Constant need (66% to 100% of time)
• between 1-25 lb. - Constant need (66% to 100% of time)

Note: Lifting and carrying of weights exceeding 50 lb. is often best accomplished with assistance from one or more person.
Driving Requirements: Frequent need (33% to 66% of time) to drive; safe driving and maintenance of maintenance carts; and valid Texas drivers and insurance license required.

Working Environment:

• Constantly indoors (66% to 100% of time.)
• Frequently outdoors, all conditions, often for extended periods (33% to 66% of time.)
• Occasional exposure (1% to 33% of time) to paint fumes, solvents, adhesives, etc.
• Frequent need (33% to 66% of time) to work in awkward and confining positions

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

DISCLAIMER:

This is not an all-inclusive job description; therefore, management has the right to assign or reassign schedules, duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

• Customarily and regularly direct the work of 2 or more other maintenance, porter, make-ready, and housekeeping employees.
• Hire and manage performance, including but not limited to suggestions and recommendations as to hiring, firing, advancement, promotion, or any other employee status changes.
• Where applicable- plans, monitors, and appraises job performance; coaches, counsels and disciplines employees in conjunction with General Manager.
• Assesses repair needs and estimated time needed for repair.
• Monitors the functions of service contractors and community repair and maintenance contractors.
• Conducts inventories and supplies, parts, etc.
• Assigns work orders to associates, inspects work performed and manages efficiency and productivity.
• Requests and /or purchases all maintenance supplies and materials in a cost-efficient manner.
• Maintains disaster preparedness by identifying potential problems, developing response plans, managing crises.
• On-Call availability for emergencies and projects as assigned by Supervisor and/or General Manager
• Build effective relationships with vendors and contractors.
• Maintains shop, equipment rooms and storage areas in a neat, organized, and secure condition.
• On an as needed bases participates in performing work order maintenance repairs.
• Able to properly utilize new equipment and follow safety procedures prior to using this equipment.
• Follows safety procedures and maintains a safe and secure work environment throughout the property.
• Accountable for the property safety program and OSHA compliance.
• May perform repairs and work orders on occasion.
• Other tasks and projects as assigned by management