Maintenance/Porter Technician

Austin TX

Description

Porter/Maintenance Full-Time in Austin, TX This position assists the Chief Engineer in performing routine repair, maintenance and cleaning of the building and its perimeter, as well as responding to emergencies and other non-routine tasks and issues. Maintenance tasks include carpentry, painting, plumbing and electrical repairs to help maintain the building in the best operational, safe, and efficient condition. POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES • Responsible for cleaning, maintaining, and if necessary, replacing building fixtures including lights, locks, windows, doors, flooring materials, gutters and drains. • Performs routine preventative maintenance on HVAC equipment and related systems to ensure that the building systems operate efficiently, and that the physical condition of the building is maintained at a consistently high level. • Fulfills work order requests as needed for the common areas, and, where necessary, for our residents. • Assists in maintaining Engineering Shop, any equipment rooms, and storage areas in a neat, organized and secure condition. • Attends on-going training. • Pressure washes perimeter sidewalks, alley and Loading Dock area on a regularly scheduled basis, and also when necessary to keep these visible areas looking their best. • Able to work in a fast-paced environment, with the ability to prioritize and then re-prioritize work orders during the day with the assistance of the Chief Engineer. • Perform other duties as required, when requested by management. OPERATING SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & ABILITIES Education/Training: • High School Diploma preferred. • 4+ years of verifiable previous experience working as a Maintenance Engineer in • Maintains current knowledge in the field of maintenance, repairs, and replacements. • Previous experience in residential high-rise or hotel/resort maintenance is a definite plus. Experience in a high customer service/hospitality environment is also seen as a plus. • Must possess strong maintenance and repair skills in HVAC, MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing), General Maintenance (Cleaning, Painting and Carpentry), CPO CERTIFIED and EPA are a plus. Experience/Knowledge: • Must possess both a strong maintenance background and strong interpersonal skills, as well as knowledge/experience customer service principles and practices. • Experience in, and current knowledge of, preventative maintenance tasks, including accurate tracking and record keeping. Special Requirements: • Physical demands include ability to lift 50 to 100lb, following appropriate safety procedures. • Ensures all safety precautions are followed while performing work. Always maintains a safe work environment. • Able to handle, finger, grasp and lift objects and packages. Reach with hands and arms. • Ability to work in an upright standing or sitting position for long periods of time. Ability to walk and when necessary climb. • Ability to work extended/flexible hours, weekends, and holidays if required by coverage for the building. Able to be on-call outside of normal operating hours when required. • Must have reliable transportation. • Able to work well with others, but also able to work independently without supervision. • Computer literate and able to use Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, etc.), email, and search engines. • Complete all required forms and work orders. • Regularly walks floors, including roof checks, looking for problems, especially water leaks and lights out. Reports back to Chief Engineer and/or management, depending on the nature and extent of the problem.