Maintenance Technician - Part Time

Residential Properties Management is seeking a PART-TIME, maintenance technician in the Chapel Hill, NC area. The successful candidate must demonstrate the ability to identify and solve problems. The individual must have previous experience in building maintenance, demonstrate working knowledge of basic construction principles and show property and safety techniques applicable to self and others.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

The maintenance position is extremely important in helping to control expenses and is crucial to the success of a property.

The position requires a general knowledge of almost all types of construction techniques, painting, sheetrock repairs, carpentry, and basic plumbing and electrical knowledge. We rely on this person’s skills to notify the manager when a job requires outside contractors or is unsafe for them to perform for any reason.

This job requires a person with strong people skills who can help management to maintain standards and enforce rules while still gaining the trust and respect of tenants. The maintenance person will oversee outside contractors whenever practical to ensure the property gets the best job possible for the money.

Pride in their work and honesty are probably equally important if this person is to succeed. The maintenance person’s duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

Responsibilities

1. Perform the following on a quarterly basis:

• Clean debris from gutters/downspouts.
• Follow-up with grounds contractor regarding seeding, fertilizing, aerating, application of weed chemicals, watering, etc.
• Inspect exterior lighting to ensure that it is working and that it is sufficient.
• Inspect railings on stairs/balconies. Tighten as necessary.
• Inspect splash blocks throughout sites.
• Clean/replace HVAC filters.
• Inspect roofs, shingles, flashing, gutters, and downspouts.
• Inspect building siding for damage.

2. Perform the following on a monthly basis:

• Inventory supplies for essential emergency items.
• Inspect all equipment. Clean/repair as needed.
• Inspect parking lots for potholes.
• Inspect sewer cleanouts for damaged lids.

3. Perform the following on a weekly basis:

• Set up the activity room for resident/staff activities.
• Inspect parking lots for abandoned vehicles.
• Perform all work orders promptly, courteously, and with attention to detail.
• Pick up trash/debris from grounds.

4. Perform the following as required:

• Perform a semi-annual inventory of supplies, equipment, and furniture.
• Make necessary repairs to vacant units.
• Respond to weekend emergency maintenance.
• Turn and Paint vacant units as assigned.
• Other duties as required.
• Purchase needed supplies/equipment using petty cash or business charge accounts.

5. Assist Property Manager in quarterly unit inspections:

• Inspect windows and screens for holes and damaged frames
• Inspect all sink and tub faucets for drips/leaks. Repair or replace as required.
• Inspect all blinds for proper operation.
• Inspect walls and ceilings for damage and painting.
• Inspect all towel bars and handrails. Tighten/repair is needed.
• Inspect light fixtures. Replace burned-out bulbs.
• Inspect smoke detectors, fire extinguishers, and emergency alarms
• Inspect/replace door and window weather-stripping.
• Inspect for cleanliness and for pest infestation. Inform manager of any problems.
• Inspect commodes for proper operation. Repair if needed.
• Inspect for damaged or missing doorstops.
• Other duties as required.
• Inspect tile and carpeting for damage and wear.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $16.00 - $22.00 per hour

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Chapel Hill, NC: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Facilities maintenance: 3 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person

Qualifications

• Facilities maintenance: 3 years (Required)
• Driver's License (Required)