Maintenance Technician POAH Communities is an exciting and highly entrepreneurial organization committed to community development and to preserving ‘at risk’ affordable rental housing.  We are seeking a highly qualified individual to serve as Maintenance Technician at Garfield Hills Apartments located in Washington, DC. This individual will be a bright and dynamic leader with hands-on experience.  
Description: Insuring a safe, secure and comfortable living environment for residents, visitors and staff. Being knowledgeable of pertinent laws and EPA and OSHA regulations. Being aware of the condition of apartment property throughout the community and immediately initiate action to correct unsafe conditions. Scheduling and performing routine preventative maintenance on all appropriate equipment. Performing work area clean-up and safety related duties. Diagnosing and perform minor and routine maintenance/repairs. Insuring all make-ready repairs and services are completed. Inspecting and helping coordinate all needed make-ready repairs and services. Assisting in keeping grounds neat and clean. Rake, sweep, shovel as necessary.   Requirements: Must have at least 1 year experience in apartment maintenance. High School diploma or GED required. HVAC certification preferred. Must have a valid Driver’s License and automobile insurance coverage as use of personal vehicle will be required. Must be able to work a flexible schedule with weekends and on-call basis as necessary. Must be knowledgeable and skilled in the safe use and maintenance of hand tools, power tools, user-moved aids, mechanical equipment, measuring devices. Must be able to perform the following duties 66-100% of the time: be on feet, bend/stoop/squat/kneel, climb stairs, push/pull, reach above shoulder, climb ladders, grasp/grip/turn, finger dexterity, lift/carry up to 75lbs, be able to read and understand maintenance forms and warning labels. Must be able to work in all weather conditions. HOW WE RECOGNIZE & REWARD YOU At POAH Communities, we understand that compensation and benefits are important not only to our employees but to their families as well. We offer a wide variety of rewards and benefits to meet your needs including: Extensive Benefits package (i.e., Life Insurance, PPO Medical, Vision, Dental, 401(k) and AD&D) Medical & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts Wellness Program NEW Paid Parental Leave Benefit Commute Expenses (parking & transit) Paid Time Off and Holidays Tuition Reimbursement Employee Referral Bonus Program Bereavement Leave Jury Duty Leave Salaries are competitive and commensurate with experience.  POAH Communities is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the work force.    About POAH Communities
POAH Communities has specialized in the professional management of affordable multifamily housing for more than 25 years. Initially founded as Midland Property Management, Inc., POAH Communities became part of the Preservation of Affordable Housing, Inc. (“POAH") family in 2001, and currently manages over 12,000 affordable housing apartments in Connecticut, the District of Columbia, Florida, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Missouri, New Hampshire, Ohio and Rhode Island. POAH Communities has over 400 staff members and maintains offices in Kansas City, Boston, Cincinnati and Chicago.