Maintenance Person

Join us at Abaris Real Estate, where your expertise and passion for maintenance will be valued as we continue our journey of growth and innovation in property management. As a Maintenance Person, you'll play a pivotal role in ensuring our facilities and equipment are maintained at their best. Your proactive approach to inspections and preventative measures will help us enhance safety and extend the lifespan of our assets. We’re a dynamic team committed to operational excellence, and your skills will be a key part of our success. If you’re ready to contribute to a supportive and forward-thinking work environment, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today to be part of a company that values your growth and career advancement.

$60,000 yearly

• Keep a record of completed repairs and when equipment was last serviced
• Establish and implement preventative maintenance protocols to keep equipment operations smooth and eliminate safety risks
• Examine building windows, walls, and doors for damage and perform repairs when needed
• Handle additional maintenance tasks as needed
• Conduct routine maintenance on equipment and systems such as HVAC units, plumbing fixtures, and electrical wiring to make sure they’re operating efficiently and make any needed repairs

• Perform general operation, maintenance, and repair of buildings, common areas, and community facilities.
• Respond promptly to resident service requests and maintenance issues.
• Complete drywall repairs and painting associated with repair work.
• Conduct regular inspections of the grounds, including the front and rear of all buildings, to ensure cleanliness and curb appeal.
• Inspect and monitor boilers in the mid-rise buildings.
• Walk and inspect each floor of the buildings to identify maintenance or safety concerns.
• Inspect sprinkler rooms and related building systems.
• Replace HVAC filters and light bulbs as needed.
• Paint unit entry doors and other common area surfaces as assigned.
• Respond to water leaks, identify the source of the issue, and perform or coordinate necessary repairs.
• Monitor and check fire alarm panels and related life-safety systems when required.
• Pick up maintenance supplies, materials, and equipment as needed.
• Install portable air conditioning units when necessary.
• Safely climb ladders and access the rooftops of mid-rise buildings to perform inspections and maintenance tasks.
• Respond quickly and effectively to emergency situations and notify appropriate personnel when necessary.
• Maintain compliance with all federal, state, local, and OSHA safety regulations and standards.

On-Call and Emergency Response Responsibilities

• Carry and remain reachable by a company-provided emergency cell phone during assigned on-call periods.
• Participate in the on-call rotation, typically every two weeks.
• Respond to after-hours emergencies that pose a threat to life, property, residents, or common areas.
• Be available to perform emergency maintenance during evenings, weekends, holidays, and other non-scheduled work hours when required.
• Address emergency conditions, including, but not limited to:
• Sewer backups
• Water intrusion and flooding in units or common areas
• Building system failures
• Other urgent maintenance-related incidents
• Perform corrective actions to resolve emergency situations and ensure affected areas are properly cleaned and restored following the incident.
• Document emergency responses and communicate issues to management as appropriate.

• Should be able to demonstrate understanding of heating and air conditioning units, plumbing systems, and electrical systems
• Stellar communication skills, attention to detail, and work ethic
• Strong understanding of maintenance equipment, techniques and procedures
• Must have graduated from high school/received GED or equivalent
• Over 2 years of maintenance experience

• Experience in general building maintenance, repairs, and troubleshooting.
• Knowledge of plumbing, drywall, painting, and basic building systems.
• Ability to identify and diagnose maintenance issues, including water leaks and equipment malfunctions.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize multiple tasks.
• Comfortable working indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to climb ladders, access rooftops, and perform physically demanding tasks.
• Strong customer service, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Commitment to maintaining a safe, clean, and well-maintained community.

Abaris Real Estate Management Inc. was founded in 1975 and specializes in the management of condominium, cooperative, and homeowner association communities. We are an independently owned and operated community association management company based in Potomac, Maryland, and we serve the greater Washington D.C. metropolitan area. Abaris Realty is also proud to be a part of an elite group of management companies that have earned the Community Association Institute’s highest designation of Accredited Association Management Company (AAMC).