Lead Maintenance Technician- The Retreat

Job Description

Overview

With over 30 years of experience in the acquisition, development, rehabilitation, and management of apartment communities across the Western United States, we are a trusted partner in the property management industry. At MG Properties, we focus on enriching lives – physically in our community buildings, philanthropically through giving back to our local communities, and through development and growth of our employees.

Responsibilities

Maintain the physical integrity of the community at all times, ensuring a safe and secure living environment for residents, visitors, and staff.
Anticipate, identify, and correct any and all problems involving the property and implement procedures to prevent such problems.
Perform maintenance tasks personally or delegate to Maintenance Technicians, overseeing and inspecting their work.
Institute and manage a system for handling resident service requests, correcting situations within 24 hours when possible.
Coordinate and direct maintenance staff and schedules, ensuring maintenance is available for emergency purposes 24/7.
Conduct regularly scheduled safety meetings and maintain HAZCOM standards, keeping SDS sheets current.
Maintain thorough knowledge of pertinent laws and EPA and OSHA regulations governing property storage and management of hazardous materials.
Be aware of the condition of the physical property and immediately correct unsafe conditions.
Maintain accurate records regarding preventive maintenance, service requests, expenditures, and apartment make-ready status.
Schedule and perform minor and routine maintenance on all appropriate equipment, inspecting and maintaining tools in excellent condition.
Indoctrinate and assist in the development of subordinate maintenance staff, instilling a "safety first" attitude.
Instruct staff on proper use and guidelines for wearing safety items.
Diagnose and perform minor and routine maintenance and repair in assigned areas.
Ensure that all make-ready repairs and services are completed correctly and on schedule.
Report all major repairs and requisitions to the manager prior to any expenditure of funds.
Change locks and make keys.
Remove and transfer heavy appliances and equipment, and assist in moving abandoned furniture.
Maintain an adequate inventory of spare parts and maintenance materials.

Qualifications

At least two years’ experience in property maintenance or equivalent field.
Completion of Grace Hill/Yardi On-Line Training – Essential Skills for New Supervisor and Conflict Resolution for Supervisors.
Consistent successful use of all Yardi Maintenance Systems including processing service requests through the iPhone.
Knowledgeable in maintaining PayScan per company policy.
Able to maintain adequate inventory to minimize any disruption of operating the business.
Able to schedule effectively to maximize team member’s strengths and contractor efficiency.
High School Graduate or Equivalent Training (If not, must have 5 years maintenance experience).
Valid Driver’s License with proof of current liability insurance.
Knowledge of Basic Mechanical Concepts.
Knowledge of Heating and Air Conditioning and other State Regulated Certifications where required.
CPO Certified – HVAC Certification Universal.
Must be able to lift 50 pounds without difficulty.

Preferred Qualifications

Prefer at least 2 years experience in apartment maintenance on 200 unit property!
Experience in all trades (plumbing, electrical, a/c, etc.) a must!
Customer service attitude, flexibility and the ability to work in a team environment are key to making this position a success!
Reliable transportation is a MUST!
Availability to work on-call rotation.

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