Mainteance Technician or Supervisor

600 North Clarence Avenue near Elm Street, Watseka IL

Description

MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES • SUMMARY • Under direction, the Maintenance Supervisor plans, coordinates, and supervises the maintenance of all buildings, equipment, facilities and grounds in Watseka and Gilman IL (54 units in total). He or she performs unskilled and semi- skilled tasks in the maintenance of multifamily rental units and grounds as required to protect the marketability of the properties. • The Maintenance Supervisor works independently and reports directly to the Property Manager. He or she will plan, perform, or supervise the work assignments of all requests for repairs, and all maintenance tasks generated at the complex. The Supervisor will establish priorities and work schedules for maintenance Personnel. He may receive complaints originating from tenants, staff at the complex or regulating agencies. He or she will also give special instructions to maintenance personnel and provide assurances that the prerequisite for high-quality maintenance are maintained in accordance with those established by the managing agent. He or she will maintain accurate records utilizing work orders and will maintain and prepare job cost reports and man hour and job standard performance reports. • DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES • The Maintenance Supervisor will review and take corrective action on difficult complaints regarding tenant’s maintenance requests. The Supervisor will establish work schedules for maintenance personnel for the most efficient and economical methods in handling maintenance and repair requests. He or she will confer with the Property Manager on major operating problems and will make recommendations for needed changes in the maintenance programs. • Perform repairs in regard to complaints received from residents and keep permanent records of same by using the work order form. • Perform cleaning and related activities for common areas and grounds including, mowing, removing snow or debris from sidewalks and stairs in areas within sixteen feet of buildings using hand-operated tools or small power equipment. • Complete all preventive maintenance requirements, as outlined on the Preventive Maintenance Chart, and keep records by updating the chart and preventive maintenance logs. • Conduct and perform inspections and meetings as directed and keep proper records of same. • Stay informed about all regulatory requirements. • Perform and coordinate janitorial, painting and repairs to vacant units in a timely manner, enabling the manager to rent units in a minimum of time. • Assist the property manager in performing inspections. • Develop a written schedule for landscaping, janitorial, painting, etc. • Assist in the progress inspections of on-site work performed by outside contractors. • Follow a redecorating schedule keeping proper records on items such as appliances, carpets, painting, drapes & tile. • Keep an up-dated list of appliance serial numbers by unit number and common area location. • Order and pickup maintenance supplies and materials as directed/ approved by the Property Manager • Maintain storage and work areas in a neat, safe, and secure condition. • BROAD SCOPE OF DUTIES • Perform repairs to building appliances and fixtures; change locks; replace floor tile; unstop clogged drains; repair or replace plumbing fixtures; patch holes in walls; replace faucet washers; perform roof repairs; spot paint exteriors; paint building interiors; assist resident manager, operate lawn care equipment; clean unit interiors; perform miscellaneous carpentry repairs; perform minor masonry duties, maintain supplies and records. • Safely operate all job-related equipment. • Perform related duties as required.