Assistant Lead Maintenance Technician - Bilingual | Houston, Texas 77074

Description

We are looking for a Bilingual Assistant lead Maintenance Technician for one of our communities in Houston, What's AWESOME about Ashford Communities...

• Our CULTURE focuses heavily on Teamwork, Trust, Fun, and Customer Care!
• Employees are rewarded and recognized for their efforts and performance!
• We offer real, deserved advancement opportunities!

APPLY TODAY to be a part of one of the fastest-growing Owner - Managed Houston -Multifamily team! ASHFORD COMMUNITIES. Read about us on our website, ashfordco.com

Position Summary

The Maintenance Technician will be responsible, under the direction of the Maintenance Supervisor, for the overall day-to-day maintenance of the interior and exterior of their Ashford Community. The incumbent is responsible for the maintenance, repair, and rehabilitation of the community in all areas related to the maintenance operations. Additionally, they must ensure the proper operation of all appliances, heating and cooling units, and light fixtures. It is their responsibility to anticipate, identify, and correct any problems involving the community and to implement processes and procedures that will prevent such issues. Daily responsibilities may include running work orders (electrical, plumbing, HVAC, etc.), appliance repairs, assisting with unit make-ready for future move-ins, pool maintenance/upkeep, and exterior maintenance. In addition, maintenance technicians often must respond to after-hour emergencies. Therefore, being on-call is part of the job responsibilities.

Essential Job Functions Make Ready – 60%

-Complete the make-ready process of vacant apartments as assigned by the Maintenance Supervisor.

-Perform adequate level of carpentry work including the repair of porches (stairs, decking,
joisting, handrails, trim), walls, windows, siding, doors, and other carpentry work.

- Inspect building facilities to identify building maintenance needs; complete inspection and
preventative maintenance reports, recommend, prioritize, and perform corrective maintenance
as required.

-Install, maintain, and repair a variety of floor covering such as carpeting, tile, linoleum, and wood;
experience with fabrication and installation of laminate countertops; experience performing
repair of roof coverings such as composition, rolled, and shingle.

-Read and interpret sketches, diagrams, and blueprints.
Ticket Runner – 20%

-Responsible for the timely completion of all assigned maintenance service requests promptly.

-Operate, maintain, and repair a variety of mechanical tools and equipment such as power saws, power sanders, drills, air compressors, paint sprayers, generators, pressure washers, landscape
equipment; and various hand tools required for carpentry, plumbing, and other general
maintenance.

- Schedule and perform preventative maintenance on buildings.

-Coordinate with the special projects team as directed by the Maintenance Supervisor or Director.

-Assist in monitoring all work being performed by outside contractors as directed.

- Responsible for 24-hour emergency maintenance service as scheduled and carrying a pager/cell
phone as required for on-call maintenance.

-Monitor and maintain all building systems as assigned.

Groundskeeping – 10%

-Assist with community grounds work as directed by the Maintenance Supervisor which may include picking up trash, sweeping curb and dumpster areas, and maintaining landscaping beds and other areas.

- Assure safety standards are upheld and follow all company, local, city, state, and federal guidelines.

-Assist with “trash-out” of vacant apartments as needed. Administrative and other general tasks – 10%

-Maintain inventory for cost-effective operations.

-Responsible for alerting the Maintenance Supervisor and/or Community Manager of any unusual
occurrence and/or damage that has taken place or that may occur.

-Ensure compliance with all work-related activities in a fair, ethical, and consistent manner.

-Maintain a professional and courteous manner with all residents, vendors, contractors, and fellow
team members.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS Minimum Required Education and Skills

-1-2+ years of experience in related fields of construction or maintenance/repair and/or training

-Entry level of skill in the following areas; electrical, plumbing, HVAC, swimming pool, carpentry, drywall, exterior structure and appliances

-Strong knowledge of current repair and maintenance techniques and procedures

-Ability to use a variety of hand and power too