Job Description

The Maintenance Technician/Janitor reports to the Property Manager and works as part of a team to ensure that the property is maintained in the best physical condition possible and that all resident service requests are completed in a timely manner.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Perform minor property maintenance and repairs as assigned by the Property Manager including, but not limited to, plastering, painting, plumbing (unclogging toilets and drains,) carpentry, mechanical and electrical.
• Perform all janitorial duties on building grounds and common areas such as sweeping, mopping, shampooing, polishing and vacuuming common area bathrooms, kitchens, community rooms, offices, and vacant units.
• In conjunction with Property Manager, prioritize, schedule and complete resident service requests for unit repairs, general maintenance, and janitorial duties.
• Inspect property daily and report any needed repairs to the Property Manager.
• Prepare properties for inspections by regulatory agencies.
• Coordinate and monitor progress of vendors or outside contractors.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose equipment malfunctions.  Repair equipment or have it repaired by a vendor or outside contractor.
• Inspect building equipment per established specifications to ensure safe and reliable operations and provide preventative maintenance services. Prepare and maintain all appropriate equipment inspection and preventative maintenance logs, as required.
• Maintain equipment, maintenance and cleaning supplies inventory and order as needed.
• Complete all paperwork (i.e., preventative maintenance schedules, work orders, inventory reports, daily work log reports, etc.) on a daily basis or as required by Property Manager.
• Assist in the preparation of supplies orders.
• Respond to after-hours and weekend maintenance emergencies at the assigned property or other properties.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three (3) years general maintenance experience (plastering, painting, basic plumbing such as unclogging toilets and drains, carpentry).
• Ability to read, write and speak English. 
• Ability to communicate effectively with people from diverse cultures and backgrounds. 
• Basic computer skills
• Valid California driver's license and availability of an insured vehicle.
• Take direction from Management.
• Work in a collaborative manner as a member of a site team.
•  Relate professionally with vendors, residents and co-workers.

Additional Information

Pay range $18-21/hour. Benefits include health, dental and vision insurance, life, AD&D and long term disability insurance, 401K plan with a match, vacation and sick leave benefits.

Abode Communities embraces equal opportunity and diversity is a core value. We define diversity as “Fostering an organizational culture of inclusion, where different experiences and perspectives of those we serve and those with whom we work are respected and valued.” Abode Communities fosters a work environment that is free of discrimination and harassment, whether based on race, national origin, gender, gender expression, religion, ethnic background, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other criterion prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local laws. We seek to recruit, develop, and retain talented people from diverse candidate pools. Applications from traditionally underrepresented communities are encouraged.