Building Maintenance Caretaker

Description

Job Overview:

The Building Maintenance Caretaker will provide direct support to the Association Manager and will perform daily operations of maintenance, vendor management, monitoring and testing and administrative duties. This position will work directly with residents and third-party vendors and will respond to requests in a timely manner; ensure compliance with the Association’s governing documents; identify potential concerns and proactively address maintenance and equipment problems while providing exceptional customer service. The schedule is Monday – Friday 7:30 am – 2:00 pm (with lunch break).

 

Your Responsibilities:

The job duties listed are typical examples of the work performed by positions in this job classification. Not all duties assigned to every position are included, nor is it expected that all positions will be assigned every duty.

• Accountability for servicing residents with a focus on the values of FirstService Residential: Do What’s Right, Own It, Improve It, Aim High, Build Great Relationships, and Be Genuinely Helpful
• Must maintain regular and punctual attendance to required shifts, meetings, training, and related employment engagements to support position responsibilities and duties. Any alterations to required schedule must be reviewed and approved, in advance by your supervisor.
• Effectively communicate concerns and recommended solutions to Association Manager
• Adhere to and follow the Standard Operating Procedure Manual; communicate timely to the Association Manager any updates
• Communicate professionally with associates, subcontractors, and clients
• Assist Association Manager with emergency procedures, including but not limited to, key safety control, water shut off, and any other emergency procedures
• Respond to fire panel alarms
• Identify and assist with management of violations such as decorations on unit doors, dogs relievingthemselvesinthecommonareas,itemsbeingleftinthehallwaysandhomeowners misusing the trash areas.
• Documentmaintenanceconcernsthatmayleadtobuildingmaintenancetrends
• Identifypotentialbuildingmechanicalconcerns,diagnoseandmanageallcommonarea concerns and building machinery repairs
• Communicateandsupervisethird-partyvendorrepairsandcontractedservicesforcommon area concerns and building mechanical equipment and schedule annual services
• AssistandsupportAssociationManagerincompetitivebiddingformechanicalcontractsand large projects
• Maintainaroutinelogofpreventativemaintenanceincluding,butnotlimitedto,systems, boilers, doors, stairwells, lights, heating and cooling, HVAC, and other work performed
• Handleemergenciesonsite-plumbing,HVAC,andcontact/scheduleemergencywork
• Managewatershutdownsasneeded(schedule,communications,onsitevendormanagement)
• Maintainandcleanwork/utilityrooms.Maintainandcleangarageincludingfloors,doors,and all parking areas.
• Maintaininventoryformaintenanceandcaretakersupplies.Followcompanyguidelines,to purchase all inventory and supplies as needed.
• Takethetrashouttodesignatedlocation on Monday,WednesdayandFridayorasneeded
• Maintainrefuse/recyclingrotation/placement,andmonitorrecyclingcontaminationandtrash chute blockages / wrong items
• Supplementsnowremoval,andsaltingofsidewalksandsteps
• Completepropertywalksformaintenanceandlightbulbreplacement–interiorandexterior
• Workwithcontractedvendortochangeover HVAC
• Assistwithgaragedoorsissues
• Program and audit controlled access fobs/tags/stickers for unit owners
• Review and pull camera footage as directed by manager
• Workdirectlywiththird-partyvendorforupkeepandmaintenanceofexerciseequipment
• InstallandremoveElevatorprotectionpadsasrequired
• Touchupwalls (painting/mudding)

 

Additional Duties and Responsibilities:

• Practice and adhere to FirstService Residential Global Service Standards.
• Conduct business at all times with the highest standards of personal, professional, and ethical conduct.
• Perform or assist with any operations as required to maintain workflow and to meet schedules. Notify supervision of unusual equipment or operating problems and the need for additional material and supplies.
• May participate in any variety of meetings and work groups to integrate activities, communicate issues, obtain approvals, resolve problems, and maintain specified level of knowledge pertaining to new developments, requirements, policies, and regulatory guidelines.
• Ensure all safety precautions are followed while performing the work.
• Follow all policies and Standard Operating Procedures as instructed by Management.
• Perform any range of special projects, tasks and other related duties as assigned.

 

Skills & Qualifications:

• High School Diploma
• Associate or bachelor’s Degree (Preferred)
• Excel, Outlook, and Word experience
• Applicable Construction and Maintenance work experience and background

 

• Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs. following appropriate safely procedures.
• Being able to work in various positions, including but not limited to bending over, stooping, squatting, kneeling, and standing for extended periods of time
• Walking the property. Ability to navigate the property quickly and easily as required to meet the job functions.
• Repeat various motions with the wrists, hands, and fingers. Reaching with hands and arms.
• Walk and climb stairs
• Ability to work in different environmental conditions (e.g., heat, cold, wind, rain, humidity)
• Ability to climb ladders and work at heights above ground level (8 feet)
• Sitting at a desk
• Use of keyboard, computer, and applicable software and equipment.

Reasonableaccommodationmay bemadetoenableindividualswithdisabilitiestoperformthe essentialfunctions.Hours overandabovenormal officehours willoccur,including evenings, holidays, andsomeweekends.Scheduleissubjecttochangebasedonbusinessneeds.

 

Compensation: $35 an hour 

 

What We Offer:

As a full-time non-exempt associate, you will be eligible for full comprehensive benefits to include your choice of multiple medical plans, dental, vision, EAP services, Life Insurance, and Long-Term Disability coverage. In addition, you will be eligible for vacation and sick time off benefits, 10 paid holidays, and a 401k with company match.

 

Disclaimer:

Theaboveinformationin this descriptionhasbeen designed toindicatethegeneralnatureand levelofworkperformedbyemployeeswithinthisclassification.Itisnotdesigned tocontainorbeinterpretedasacomprehensiveinventoryofallduties,responsibilities,andqualificationsrequiredofemployees assigned tothisjob.Thisis notanall-inclusivejobdescription;therefore,managementhastherighttoassignorreassignschedules,duties,andresponsibilitiesto thisjobatany time.

 

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