Maintenance Technician/ Janitor

Description:

Position Title: Maintenance Technician

Department: Plant Operations

Exempt Status: Non-Exempt/Hourly

Supervisor: Plant Operations Director

GENERAL SUMMARY:

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for the troubleshooting and intermediate repair of apartment and public areas utility systems including electrical, plumbing and HVAC along with the overall upkeep of residential apartments and public areas through responsive, accurate and efficient maintenance. This will be accomplished through the performance of semi-skilled tasks that require the application of general maintenance and repair techniques, materials, tools and equipment.

PRINCIPLE DUTIES:

Essential Job Duties: Must be willing and able to do the following:

• Performs routine and emergency repairs in residential apartments and public areas including correcting electrical malfunctions, repairing and replacing plumbing fixtures, pipes and fittings, repairing and replacing light bulbs and fixtures, repairing doors and locks, etc.
• Performs necessary maintenance of HVAC equipment as assigned.
• Performs all necessary scheduled preventive maintenance procedures on designated equipment while following manufacturer's recommendations.
• Respond to emergency calls for system and equipment failure.
• Completes all work orders in a timely manner while providing detailed information regarding the task(s) performed along with all prescribed/pertinent equipment information.
• Will assist other maintenance personnel, when necessary, in the completion of various projects or repairs.
• Assists in maintaining proper levels of material/supplies to ensure the timely and efficient completion of necessary tasks.
• Will be expected to work a reasonable amount of scheduled and "on-call" overtime and be flexible as schedules may change to include weekends, holidays, evenings and nights. Advance notice will be provided prior to schedule change whenever possible.
• Performs additional duties requested by the Director of Hospitality Services/Building Engineer in order to ensure the effective and efficient operation of the community.
• Attendance is essential to this job.
• Must also maintain dependability and punctuality as outlined in attendance policy.
• Other duties may be assigned

Position Title: Housekeeping/ Janitor/ Porter

Department: Plant Operations

Exempt Status: Non-Exempt

Supervisor: Director of Plant Operations

GENERAL SUMMARY:

Responsible for performing janitorial functions for office and common areas, in order to maintain an attractive, clean and comfortable environment to meet the needs of residents.

Essential Job Duties: (Other duties will be assigned as needed) Must be willing and able to do the following:

• Clean offices and common areas including meeting rooms, hallways, reception area, and laundry rooms: Vacuum carpet. Mop/sweep tile and other hard surface flooring. Dust furniture and lamps. Clean mirrors and interior glass surfaces. Wipe window blinds. Remove cobwebs from light fixtures and wherever else present.
• Clean bathrooms: Mop floor. Sanitize/clean toilet and sink. Add necessary paper supplies (toilet tissue, facial tissues, hand towels). Fill soap and other sanitary item dispensers. Wipe mirror.
• Clean Employee Break Room: Defrost refrigerator as scheduled. Wipe out refrigerator. Remove expired items.
• Wash 1st 2nd and 6th floor community windows inside and out as scheduled; at least biannually.
• Mop stairways as required.
• Trash rooms/areas
• Complete and submit maintenance slips as required to address maintenance issues.
• Maintain all housekeeping equipment and supplies in proper order.

Requirements:

QUALIFICATIONS:

Must possess a working knowledge of residential building maintenance to include, but not limited to, plumbing, electrical, flooring and appliances.

Must have knowledge of HVAC. Must be able to effectively communicate with residents and staff. Must function under general supervision.

Must be flexible and have integrity.

Must possess the ability of effectively working with residents and staff.

High School or GED. Should possess 3-5 years of maintenance experience in a Senior Living or Residential Apartment environment.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS:

Ability to lift 50 pounds, over 50 pounds must use the aid of a hand truck or get assistance and move light furniture.

Standing on one's feet for a long period of time, bending and extensive walking. Ability to push and pull and climb and descend a ladder to 6/8 feet or higher.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

May be exposed to occasional unsanitary conditions, unpleasant odors, and hazardous (concentrated chemicals).