Maintenance Technician 1

Job DetailsJob Location: Deforest, WI 53532Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $22.00 - $26.00Job Category: MaintenancePosition Summary:

As a Maintenance Technician 1, you are responsible for preparing vacant apartments for occupancy.  This includes painting, drywall repairs and maintenance repairs. A successful Maintenance Technician 1 is able to maintain a diligent work pace without compromising work quality and meets deadlines consistently.  A Maintenance Technician 1 is able to manage their time effectively, is detail oriented, a trustworthy team player, and takes pride in their work. In addition, this position needs to be accountable and attentive to provide excellent customer service skills when interacting with residents, associates and vendors.

 

Primary Responsibilities:


Prepare all vacant apartments for occupancy including but not limited to: painting, drywall repair, trash out, mechanical, plumbing, and electrical repairs
Perform basic system repairs on electrical, plumbing, hot water heaters, HVAC systems, appliances, etc.
Perform detailed work with carpentry, drywall repairs and interior/exterior painting, etc.
Learn to distinguish when full-paint or touch-up paint is needed, as well as knowledge and ability to identify correct paint sheen and color
Perform repairs on plank, vinyl and carpet flooring
Perform daily grounds maintenance of the property including picking up and disposing of all trash, pet defecation removal, maintain pet waste stations, and sweeping walkways
Must utilize personal cell phone and specified apps as part of your daily role
Must use personal vehicle to go between properties as assigned during work hours
Must take part in the on-call rotation, as scheduled
Willing and able to help the Service team with service requests or other projects when needed
Ensure market ready apartments, common areas and amenities are clean and maintained daily to Weidner’s quality standards
Accompany vendors to vacant and/or occupied units, as needed
Monitor supplies and maintain equipment
Ensure maintenance shop/custodial area is clean, organized, and professionally presentable at all times

QualificationsQualifications:


1 - 2 years residential maintenance experience required
1 - 2 years of painting and drywall repairs preferred
Basic mechanical aptitude required
Able to lift and carry up to 80 pounds, climb ladders and climb multiple flights of stairs at a time
Able to use appliance dolly, push/pull up to 200 pounds
Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions
Able to be on feet constantly for entire work shift, if applicable
Basic knowledge of electrical, plumbing, carpentry, appliances, building systems
Complete tasks in a safe and efficient manner
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with strong motivation to learn & contribute on a daily basis
Able to give professional directions clearly in person, over the phone, email, and text
Experienced in Microsoft products preferred (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook)
Yardi and Paycom experience preferred; Willing and able to learn new software programs
Follow Weidner’s Mission, Vision and Values and comply with all Weidner policies and procedures as well as all Fair Housing, local, state/province, and federal laws
Prompt, regular attendance; wear company dress code / uniform & maintain professional appearance at all times
Work effectively and cooperatively in a team environment and/or independently
Ability to work outside of normal scheduled hours as needed
Willing and able to be assigned to other Weidner properties as needed
Working knowledge of English; detail oriented, well organized
Must agree to a criminal background check and sign an agreement for voluntary drug testing
Must have access to personal vehicle and/or reliable transportation, at all times



Driver’s license, vehicle and vehicle insurance must be valid and unexpired at all times and match the country in which associate will work