Maintenance Technician (Full-Time)

Job Title/Type: Maintenance Technician/Full-Time

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt (hourly)

Position Status: Full Time

Location: this position will be servicing the following locations: Carson - Avalon, Carson - Wilmington, Commerce - Olympic, Long Beach - 15th, Long Beach - Atlantic, Long Beach - Santa Fe, Westminster - Edwards, Los Angeles - Central, Los Angeles - Wilshire, Vernon - Alameda, Costa Mesa - Harbor, Costa Mesa - Newport, Costa Mesa - Superior, Costa Mesa - Whittier, Huntington Beach - Hamilton, CA

Pay range: Commensurate with Experience $22.00 to $27.00 per hour + $500 monthly car allowance

Travel Time: 50% or more

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:00AM to 5:00 PM

We are seeking a Facilities Maintenance Technician with vast knowledge of different facilities maintenance functional role. The qualified candidate will also have a proven successful track record in facilities maintenance role handling the day-to-day repairs and maintenance work in office premises and buildings.

Responsibilities

The Facilities Maintenance Technician will be responsible for 5-10 Properties to perform the following maintenance duties and areas of responsibilities:

• Document repair actions and turn logs in
• Perform repairs and maintenance work
• Perform minor electrical such as replacing light bulbs, ballasts, fixtures, timers and switches
• Repair swing doors, roll-up doors, latches and hasps (locking mechanisms)
• Perform minor plumbing such as toilet, faucet, garbage disposal repairs
• Perform minor drywall and carpentry to repair damage and update facilities
• Paint outdoor and indoor surfaces made of all materials such as wood, concrete, or brick
• Experience with HVAC a plus, but not required
• Experience with welding a plus, but not required
• Assist in other facilities duties as assigned

Experience & Qualifications

• Possesses a valid Driver's License
• Have vast knowledge of different maintenance equipment and tools
• Previous experience in maintenance required
• Must have tools and a pickup truck
• Team player and can collaborate with other departments in the organization
• Ability to deal effectively with co-workers, property managers, company personnel, and other consultants/vendors
• Ability to work flexible hours depending on various facilities project deadlines

Benefits for Full-Time Employees

• $6,000 contributed annually toward Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision
• Company Paid Life Insurance Coverage - up to $50,000 per employee (Basic Life & AD&D)
• 401(k) Plan with employer match
• Generous Paid Time Off offered -earn 2 weeks per year at the start of your hire date
• Up to 10 Paid Holidays
• Paid On-going Professional Development & Training
• Rewards & Recognition (Manager's Quarterly & Yearly Outstanding Achievement Awards, Core Value Award, Years of Service & Wall of Fame)
• Company Sponsored Events throughout the Year (Holiday Parties & Gifts, Company Picnic, Team building, etc.)
• Huge Potential for Career Mentorship, Growth and Advancement
• Discretionary Bonus Based on Several Factors
• Monthly Vehicle Allowance

Physical Demands

• Stationary Position: frequently remains mobile up to 90% of the time walking up to 3 miles per day and in stationary position (i.e., sitting) up to 1 hours per day

• Move/Traverse: frequently bend, stand, stoop and/or walk
• Carry Weight: frequently carry weight and/or lift objects (light to heavy) weighing up to 5-50 pounds
• Hearing and Speech frequently communicates with the ability to hear and talk on a regular basis with employees, coworkers, and all personnel matters; must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations
• Sight: frequent use of sight to detect images on computer, office documents, and office objects near and far

About Westport Properties

Founded in 1985, Westport Properties (“WPI”) is an owner-operator of self storage, multifamily and industrial properties across the United States. The Company is a fully integrated operator that develops, acquires and manages its portfolio as well as providing third-party management services. As of March 2024, WPI has approximately 15.2 million square feet of self storage space under management and its total assets under management is approaching $3.2