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Maintenance Person
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What they do
A Building and General Maintenance Technician performs building maintenance and appliance repairs for an apartment complex, housing division, residential center or business, as directed by a property manager.
$49,039 / year median in Michigan
+10% projected growth
Job Description
Maintain cleanliness, chemical treatment and documentation of swimming pool and spa. Perform and assist in the assignment and completion of preventative and facility maintenance work orders/repairs. Complete lease area work orders, as applicable. Maintain and assist in cleanliness of mechanical equipment rooms and maintenance shop. Knowledgeable of the alarm system; location of smoke detectors, alarms and sprinkler shut off valves. Maintain a safe facility by policing grounds, walks, parking lots, and taking appropriate action when hazards exist. Utilize basic knowledge of mechanical repairs, methods and practices to complete daily assigned preventative and corrective work orders to guest rooms and public spaces. Assist all staff in completion of assigned projects, as directed. Perform seasonal work; ice and snow removal of parking lot, sidewalks, and grounds clean-up. Assist in start-up/off of water irrigation system. Respond to fire alarm system activation, relaying information to responding emergency personnel, and to other staff. Take appropriate action to resolve situation quickly. Keep Chief Engineer and GM informed of any problems that develop on shift and of corrective actions necessary. Follow proper procedure regarding key control and paid out procedures. Assist Housekeeping with room mattress rotation. Comply with all safety, OSHA standards and procedures, and all performance standards for department and property. Use proper "Lock Out - Tag Out" safety procedures when maintaining any equipment. Serve guests as needed and directed. Keep immediate supervisor promptly and fully informed of all problems, or unusual matters of significance. Bring these items to his/her attention to allow prompt corrective action, when appropriate. Report all suspicious persons, actions, or hazardous conditions. All other duties as assigned.