Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Hourly
Range $17.00 - $1.00
Work Schedule
On-call
Benefits
Health Insurance
Rent Discounts
Paid holidays
Vacation Time
Sick Time
short term disability
long term disability
Life insurance
401k
Property Performance Bonuses
Safety Bonuses
Job Description
This job opening is with a reputable property management company located in Ridgeland, Mississippi, known for its commitment to providing excellent living environments for residents. The company operates within the residential real estate sector, specifically focusing on apartment communities. As a full-time employer, they provide competitive pay along with a comprehensive benefits package aimed at promoting employee well-being and professional growth. The salary for this position starts at $17 per hour and may increase depending on the candidate's experience, reflecting the company’s dedication to recognizing and rewarding skilled personnel.
The current role is for a Maintenance Technician responsible for preparing apartments for new residents and assisting the Lead Maintenance Technician with various maintenance duties. This position is critical to ensuring that the apartments and surrounding community amenities are maintained to the highest standards, contributing positively to resident satisfaction and overall property value. The Maintenance Technician handles a range of tasks, from light repairs and routine maintenance in occupied apartments to more significant repairs involving plumbing, electrical systems, and carpentry work.
Key responsibilities also include maintaining communal areas such as leasing offices, clubhouses, laundry rooms, model units, pools, and exterior fencing. The role demands versatility and the ability to assess and perform extraordinary maintenance tasks, such as parking lot repairs, gutter replacements, and carpet damage assessments. Additionally, the technician is involved in seasonal duties like snow removal and ice-melt application to ensure resident safety during inclement weather.
This position requires interaction and communication with residents, property managers, and vendors, making professionalism and good communication skills essential. The Maintenance Technician is also expected to order necessary materials and supplies under the approval of the Property Manager, supporting smooth and efficient property operations. Furthermore, the role offers growth opportunities, as the technician may be called upon to assume the responsibilities of the Lead Maintenance Technician when necessary, providing a pathway for career advancement within the organization.
Overall, this full-time Maintenance Technician position offers a dynamic work environment where customer service skills integrate with hands-on maintenance expertise. It is an excellent opportunity for individuals who are skilled in various trades such as plumbing, electrical repair, carpentry, and general maintenance, and who thrive in a residential community setting. The company’s commitment to employee growth and competitive benefits makes this an attractive role for motivated candidates seeking stability and advancement in property maintenance careers.
The current role is for a Maintenance Technician responsible for preparing apartments for new residents and assisting the Lead Maintenance Technician with various maintenance duties. This position is critical to ensuring that the apartments and surrounding community amenities are maintained to the highest standards, contributing positively to resident satisfaction and overall property value. The Maintenance Technician handles a range of tasks, from light repairs and routine maintenance in occupied apartments to more significant repairs involving plumbing, electrical systems, and carpentry work.
Key responsibilities also include maintaining communal areas such as leasing offices, clubhouses, laundry rooms, model units, pools, and exterior fencing. The role demands versatility and the ability to assess and perform extraordinary maintenance tasks, such as parking lot repairs, gutter replacements, and carpet damage assessments. Additionally, the technician is involved in seasonal duties like snow removal and ice-melt application to ensure resident safety during inclement weather.
This position requires interaction and communication with residents, property managers, and vendors, making professionalism and good communication skills essential. The Maintenance Technician is also expected to order necessary materials and supplies under the approval of the Property Manager, supporting smooth and efficient property operations. Furthermore, the role offers growth opportunities, as the technician may be called upon to assume the responsibilities of the Lead Maintenance Technician when necessary, providing a pathway for career advancement within the organization.
Overall, this full-time Maintenance Technician position offers a dynamic work environment where customer service skills integrate with hands-on maintenance expertise. It is an excellent opportunity for individuals who are skilled in various trades such as plumbing, electrical repair, carpentry, and general maintenance, and who thrive in a residential community setting. The company’s commitment to employee growth and competitive benefits makes this an attractive role for motivated candidates seeking stability and advancement in property maintenance careers.
Job Requirements
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
- Six months related experience including light electrical and plumbing
- Must be able to read, speak and understand English for business purposes
- Must be able to read and write instructions, short correspondence, memos, service requests, and to converse professionally with residents, co-workers, and vendors
- Available for on-call
- Must be able to successfully complete a pre-employment background investigation including criminal record search, employment verification, and drug screen
Job Qualifications
- Six months related experience including light electrical and plumbing
- Ability to read, speak, and understand English for business purposes
- Ability to read and write instructions, short correspondence, memos, service requests
- Professional communication skills with residents, co-workers, and vendors
- Valid driver’s license with reliable transportation
- Ability to complete a pre-employment background investigation including criminal record search, employment verification, and drug screen
Job Duties
- Completing light maintenance repairs to prepare apartments for new residents
- Completing maintenance requests on occupied apartments including plumbing repairs and replacements, major appliance repairs, interior and exterior carpentry, painting, and roof repairs
- Performing maintenance in leasing office, clubhouse, laundry rooms, models, pool areas, and property fences
- Maintaining pool and Jacuzzi areas including chemical checks, cleaning, and repairs to the system
- Assessing extraordinary maintenance required for the property such as replacing guttering, parking lot repairs, repairing outside lighting, repairing and replacing patio and privacy fences, determining carpet damage
- Depositing ice-melt and shoveling snow as necessary during inclement weather
- Ordering maintenance materials, supplies, and products for the property with the approval of the Property Manager
- Relaying or repairing carpeting
- Assuming the responsibilities of a Lead Maintenance Technician when necessary
- Completing all job-related tasks assigned by Property Manager or Property Supervisor
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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