Maintenance Technician

Description Location:

Downey, CA 90242

Pay Rate:

$20.00-$22.00/hour

Schedule:

Full-Time About the Role Oversees and performs technical and mechanical work that ensures the inside and external buildings, grounds, amenities, and common areas of the property meet the Company's standards for cleanliness, appearance, safety, and overall functionality by performing maintenance-related tasks. You'll report directly to the Regional Property Supervisor and be part of a dynamic team that values radical transparency, teamwork, and customer-first service. What You'll Do Assists and completes work orders generated from resident requests for service, as well as routine upkeep on the property by diagnosing the source or cause of the defect or problem, and making repairs in accordance with established policies, procedures, safety standards, and code requirements. Oversees and completes the "make-ready" process to prepare vacant apartment homes for leasing and new move-ins by completing the pre-move-out inspection, creating a "punch" list of maintenance work needed, scheduling vendors and contractors as needed, obtaining needed supplies and materials, completing all maintenance tasks, and inspecting completed work. Develops standards for the cleanliness and overall appearance of the community's grounds, amenities, building exteriors, market ready unit interiors, breezeways, curbs, signage, leasing office, central garbage areas, parking lots, and other buildings and common areas to ensure that they reflect and represent the high quality of the community and Greystar standards. Periodically inspects work performed by other service team members to assess effectiveness of policies and procedures and develop corrective action plans as needed. Periodically inspects work performed by contractors, vendors and other service providers to verify the work, materials and services meet quality standards, scope and specifications as required. Maintains adequate inventory of spare parts and maintenance materials and works with Community Manager to order supplies and tools as needed to stay within budgetary guidelines. Assists Community Manager in developing the budget for regular repair and maintenance and capital expenses. Completes monthly Preventative Maintenance procedures as outlined in the Policy and Procedure Manual. Supports cost-cutting and expense control programs by fixing rather than replacing parts when possible, not being wasteful with materials and supplies, and practicing the correct use for tools and equipment. Conducts regularly scheduled Greystar safety meetings, ensure all MSDS sheets are current and readily accessible, and keeps up to date on all OSHA and other safety related laws and requirements to ensure property compliance. Demonstrates customer services skills by treating residents and others with respect, answering questions from your team and residents, responding sensitively to complaints about maintenance services, and assigned work orders with efficiency and urgency

Working Conditions:

Incumbents work both in and outside of apartment buildings and in all areas of the property, including amenities.

Physical Demands:

Need to be able to bend, stoop, climb ladders, reach, carry objects, and crawl in confined areas. Must be able to work inside and outside in all weather conditions (rain, snow, heat, hail, wind, sleet). Must be able to push, pull, lift, carry, or maneuver weights of up to twenty-five (25) pounds independently and fifty (50) pounds with assistance. Rare or regular travel may be required to assist other properties as needed, attend training classes, business meetings, or other situations necessary for the accomplishment of some or all of the daily responsibilities of this position. Must be able to work a flexible work schedule, which includes taking "call" during evenings, weekends and holidays. Requirements Must have EPA certifications Type I and II or Universal for refrigerant recycling. Must have all certifications as required by State and Local jurisdictions. Must provide own hand tools unless prohibited by State law and must be knowledgeable and skilled in the safe use and maintenance of hand tools, power tools, user-moved aids, mechanical equipment and measuring devices. Demonstrated ability to apply principles of logical thinking to define and correct problems. Proficiency in customer service and interpersonal communication skills in order to effectively interact with residents, clients, team members, and other business contacts, respond courteously to questions and requests, and stay calm when addressing and resolving customer problems. Demonstrated ability to read, write, and communicate effectively to represent company management in a support capacity, act as first point of contact for internal team members and external visitors to the Company, and answer questions related to department operating policies. Demonstrated proficiency in internet, word processing, spreadsheet, and database management programs in order to maintain records of information and develop and provide information for manager's use. (Property management system experience is preferred.) Ability to operate basic office machines such as copiers, faxes, calculators, postage meters, and multi-line telephone systems. Demonstrated mathematical skills necessary to add, subtract, multiply, and divide numbers, decimals, and fractions in order to review and complete various financial, administrative, and legal documents. Why Join Our Property Management company? Medical, Dental, Vision 401(k) with Company Match Life Insurance Plan Pet Insurance Discount Bereavement Leave Paid Training & Clear Growth Path Consistent support from an experienced Supervisor Collaborative, family-oriented company culture that values leadership and initiative Physical Demands /

Work Environment:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met or may be encountered by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. May be required to lift/push/pull up to 75 pounds; subjected to mechanical/electrical/chemical hazards; work outdoors in a wide disparity of environmental conditions; manipulate hand tools while exerting moderate physical strength or while in cramped/strained positions; exposed to dust/fumes; wear protective clothing; work irregular hours. Beach Front Property Management, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. Beach Front Property Management, Inc. complies with applicable Federal and California civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, physical or mental disability, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, change of sex or transgender status, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, medical condition, reproductive health decision making, religion, creed, marital status, sexual orientation, current or former military and veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$20.00 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Experience:

Maintenance:

2 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

Driver's License (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person