Maintenance Technician

at  FirstService Residential

JOB OVERVIEW:

As the Maintenance Technician for Midtown Reston, the primary responsibilities are to perform a variety of work in the maintenance and repair of equipment and facilities of common area elements and buildings, condominium buildings and the recreation center including but not limited to carpentry, roofing/gutters, electrical, plumbing, masonry, painting tasks and snow removal. Performs minor troubleshooting, repairs and adjustments and reports mechanical malfunctions to appropriate party for action. Duties may include the moving of equipment and furniture to various sites. Must exercise discretion in identifying projects requiring the services of a higher skilled craftsperson. Maintains and updates work logs as required. Must carry work cell phone for required emergency on-call maintenance and snow removal services.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Valid driver’s license
• High school diploma or equivalency preferred
• Two years of experience in building maintenance, and repair work
• Ability to follow verbal and written directions, keep accurate records, fill out logs and journals, and perform administrative operational functions
• May be required to use personal transportation to perform work duties
• Knowledge of basic principles of plumbing, wood finishing, electrical and carpentry
• Ability to operate a variety of hand and power tools, including drills, floor buffer, vacuum, carpet cleaner, power washer and other tools used in building maintenance
• Knowledge of methods, materials and equipment regularly used in custodial, maintenance and repair work

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• HOA and/ or residential maintenance: 2+ years (Required)
• Property OR High-Rise Management OR equivalent: 2+ years (Required)
• Excellenthandymanskills, including maintenance in electrical, plumbing, and HVAC (2+ years Preferred)

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Climb ladders and work at heights above ground level (maximum 6 ft).
• Computer and peripherals, standard and customized software applications and tools, and usualoffice equipment.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs or more following appropriate safety procedures
• Must be able to drive
• Work is performed in a variety of environmental conditions, with exposure to outdoortemperatures, weather variations, traffic and equipment noise, equipment vibrations, vehicleand/or chemical fumes, chemicals such as cleaning solvents and grease, machinery and theirmoving parts and dust.
• Work duties require the ability to stand and walk on hard surfaces for frequent and prolongedperiods of time, and regularly require lifting, bending, stooping, reaching, climbing, push/pull andrelated physical activities
  Work Hours:Monday – Friday, 8 hours per day, plus on-callresponsibilties

ABOUT US:

FirstService Residential transforms the property management landscape byprovidingprofessional association management services to over 9,000 residential communities across the United States and Canada.Our dedication to associate satisfaction and growth is recognized by our Great Place to Work certification, exemplifying our commitment to fostering a positive and inclusive workplace culture. Our 19,000 associates can count on competitive salaries, top-tier medical, dental, and retirement benefits, career training, and support for continued professional development.Experience exceptional service with a fulfilling career in property management with FirstService Residential.

DISCLAIMER:

The above information in this description has been designed toindicatethe general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed tocontainor be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualificationsrequired ofemployees assigned to this job. This is not an all-inclusive job description; therefore, management has the right to assign or reassign schedules,dutiesand responsibilities to this job at any time.
FirstService Residential is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, other distinguishing characteristics of diversity and inclusion, or any other protected status.
Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with federal and state laws, as well as applicable local ordinances.All offers of employment with FirstService Residential are contingent upon a satisfactory background check

• Provide regular status updates to the Community Manager
• Monitor and maintain inventory each day, submit requests as needed
• Take initiative to act with minimal supervision;
• Recognize and address problems quickly and decisively
• Promptly respond to emergencies (during and after hours); coordinate with other responders to ensure the safety of the community
• Understand and adhere to budgets
• Complete regular community inspections and prepare status reports
• Ensure that supplies/tools are always attended and stored out of site when possible
• Perform minor and major repairs of common area buildings and equipment as needed, document for follow through with appropriate work order system and inform supervisor when appropriate
• Conduct minor repairs on ground level lighting or lighting that can be reached with a 6-foot ladder
• Regularly inspect property for, and replace, burned out lights
• Monitor and maintain all equipment, including checking temperature where applicable
• Perform various preventative maintenance functions
• Be always courteous and pleasant to residents and contractors