Job Overview:  

 

As a Maintenance Tech, 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. 

 

This is at The Brittany in Arlington, VA. 

 

Your Responsibilities:  

 

Provide regular status updates to the General 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; 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  Sweep, vacuum, mop, wax, strip and polish floors and stairways and carpets as needed.   Dust and polish furniture, woodwork, fixtures, and equipment as needed  Move and arrange furniture and equipment, and setup rooms, for meetings as needed   Maintain common areas including but not limited to wipe down handrails, power wash walkways, remove cobwebs, dust furniture, empty and clean trash cans, remove fallen yard debris, pick up garbage and dispose at appropriate disposal sight  Clean and stock restrooms, laundry room, elevators, lobby area windows and mirrors, boiler room, electrical room, gas room, lighting fixtures, exit signs, baseboards and molding  Monitor and maintain sump pump, boiler equipment, including checking temperature to adjust  Check fire escapes and fire escape balconies on all floors ensure compliance to local fire prevention regulations  Perform various preventative maintenance functions  Be always courteous and pleasant to residents 

 

 

Skills & Qualifications:  

 

Able to read and understand blueprints or plans  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 

 

Physical Requirements:  

 

Climb ladders and work at heights above ground level (maximum 3 ft).  Computer and peripherals, standard and customized software applications and tools, and usual office 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 outdoor temperatures, weather variations, traffic and equipment noise, equipment vibrations, vehicle and/or chemical fumes, chemicals such as cleaning solvents and grease, machinery and their moving parts and dust.  Work duties require the ability to stand and walk on hard surfaces for frequent and prolonged periods of time, and regularly require lifting, bending, stooping, reaching, climbing, push/pull and related physical activities  

 

 

What We Offer:  

 

As a full-time exempt associate, you will be eligible for full comprehensive benefits to include your choice of multiple medical plans, dental, and vision. In addition, you will be eligible for time off benefits, paid holidays and a 401k with company match. Occasional travel may be required to attend training and other company functions.  

 

 

Compensation: 

 

$24.00 - 26.00 per hour

 

 

Disclaimer Statement:  

 

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. 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.