Maintenance Engineer/Residential Painter

The Maintenance Engineer for a luxury residential building, is responsible for all physical operations, maintenance and repairs of the property; including preservation and maintenance of the facility in a first-class manner in accordance with policies and procedures defined by the company, maintaining and/or decreasing the operating expenses of the property, providing a quality business environment for tenants and establishing a positive, productive working relationship with the property staff. This individual needs to have a skillset with painting such as surround drywall repairs, patching, texturizing and painting with the ability to assist in a general maintenance capacity as needed.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Assists in completing the turnovers/make-readies of vacant residences.
• Skilled painting experience required. Level 4 drywall finish capabilities needed.
• Skill to perform all preparatory work needed for surface repairs prior to applying paint.
• Ability to cleanly apply caulking, putties, cement or plaster holes and cracks.
• Knowledge of procedures, techniques, and materials to perform all identified paint work necessary in a safe and code compliant fashion.
• Knowledge of approved painting safety practices and procedures.
• Trash out of any remaining items or debris in vacant units.
• Complete all duties regarding make-ready/vacant units as deemed necessary.
• Assists in all types of property or unit maintenance, when necessary and as requested

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Assists with resident functions, as requested.
• Services general plumbing and basic electrical needs of the property include replacing/fixing toilets, light switches, garbage disposals, ceiling fans, etc.
• Rekey locks, as requested.
• Assists in maintaining inventory of tools, equipment and supplies.
• Replace burned out light bulbs, broken globes, etc. in units and throughout the exterior of the property, as needed.
• Performs corrective maintenance and satisfied residents’ needs following company procedures when performing service requests.
• Observes the condition of property in general and reports any unusual circumstances.
• Makes regular inspection of the property to identify areas of repair or touch up.
• Should be familiar with the location of power, water and gas turnoff valves, clean-out traps, fire extinguishers and fire hydrants on the property.
• Enters occupied apartments to perform necessary repairs, as requested.
• Cleans up thoroughly after performing work.
• Follows company procedures regarding safety and emergencies.
• Reports to the Lead Engineer and Property Manager on a regular basis, as directed.
• Maintains good relationships with other staff members, working with the Leasing Office and under the direction of the Maintenance Supervisor.
• Maintains good rapport with outside contract vendors working on the property.
• Maintains good rapport with current and prospective residents.

$20 - $22 an hour

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