Maintenance & HVAC Technician

VPG Enterprise

New Orleans, LA

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Blueprints, Consulting, Driver's License, Electricity, Equipment Replacement, Establish Priorities, General Handyperson, HVAC, Hand Tools, Housekeeping/Cleaning, Identify Issues, Inventory Management, Lift/Move 50 Pounds, Maintenance - Electrical, Maintenance - HVAC, Maintenance - Plumbing, Maintenance Services, OSHA, Plumbing, Preventative Maintenance, Problem Solving Skills, Property Maintenance, Property Management, Safety/Work Safety, System Operations, Time Management
LOCATION
New Orleans, LA
POSTED
3 days ago

Job description:

VPG Management is seeking an experienced, agile, trustworthy maintenance/repair technician with HVAC expertise to join our team. The Maintenance Technician will perform general repairs to multi-family properties.

Duties/Responsibilities:

  • Performs general plumbing, electrical, heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) repairs to the facility's equipment and systems.
  • Inspects equipment and systems to identify problems or issues.
  • Consult blueprints or building plans to identify the best solution for systems or equipment issues.
  • Conduct preventive maintenance to ensure that plumbing, electrical, and HVAC systems operate correctly.
  • Performs general cleaning tasks in the facility.
  • Maintains inventory of cleaning and maintenance supplies.
  • Response to tenant reports of maintenance issues on their premises.
  • Performs fixes such as repairing broken locks, filing gaps on walls, sheetrock, property interior and exterior, etc.
  • Install appliances and equipment.
  • Reports to Property Manager for issues.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

  • Thorough knowledge of general plumbing, electrical, and HVAC repair.
  • Ability to read blueprints, building plans, and repair manuals.
  • Ability to use hand tools and power tools.
  • Ability to follow instructions.
  • ability to work under minimal supervision.
  • Ability to take apart machines to replace defective parts.
  • Ability to prioritize workloads critical to operation.
  • Familiarity with Occupational Safety and Health (OSHA) standards.
  • Excellent time management skills.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Must have own vehicle to travel between properties.

Education and Experience:

  • High school diploma or equivalent required.
  • Previous experience in property management preferred.
  • HVAC Certification required.

Physical Requirements:

  • Prolonged periods of standing and walking.
  • Must be able to climb ladders, bend, and crawl into awkward spaces.
  • Must be able to lift fifty pounds at a time.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Parental leave
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • 8-hour shift
  • Monday to Friday
  • On call weekend rotation 
  • Year-round work

License/Certification:

  • Driver's License (Required)
  • EPA Section 608 Certification (Required)

About the Company

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VPG Enterprise