Maintenance Technician

Austin TX

Description

Essential Functions -Handling scheduled preventative maintenance and basic repairs and maintenance, including, but not limited to: -Essential home repairs, including, but not limited to: repairing/replacing garbage disposals, unclogging drains, replacing toilets, replacing ceiling fans, etc. -Troubleshooting equipment repairs (HVAC, electrical, plumbing), helping determine if a third party technician is necessary -Hanging & Mounting: art, mirrors, decor, light fixtures, hooks, floating shelves, etc -Basic landscaping and groundskeeping: weed whacking, mowing, weeding, etc -Essential pool maintenance: Troubleshooting repairs, skimming, re-connecting pool vacuum, setting equipment timers -Basic carpentry repairs: repairing/replacing broken support rails in beds and couches, replacing balcony bannisters -Drywall repair (patching and painting) -Assists with conducting routine inspection of premises, equipment, and systems -Diagnosing mechanical, plumbing, and electrical issues and correcting them or coordinating with the Property Manager to schedule repairs, as necessary -Assists in overseeing technicians when professional repairs are necessary -Reporting any needed repairs, low stock items, and facilities maintenance needs in a timely fashion -Assist with new property installations on an as needed basis -Hang and mount art, decor, window treatments, mirrors, and light fixtures -Stock and maintain the company tool kit -Assume emergency on-call duty, when assigned -Special projects, as assigned Requisites -Must have a valid driver’s license, an upstanding driving record, and access to their own dependable truck and/or van (not a sedan) -A monthly gas stipend will be provided for the use of the vehicle for work -Lives in close or commutable proximity to Austin (within 30 minutes) -Prior in-house maintenance experience (3-5+ years) -Highly proficient in the use of hand and power tools -Prior experience with hanging and mounting art, mirrors, decor, window treatments, and decor. Including how to safely hang oversize and overweight items -Prior experience with drywall repairs and painting. Can patch and repair drywall damage (example: blemishes the size of a grapefruit) -Prior experience with basic carpentry: feels comfortable repairing a broken bed support beam, can build a basic floating shelf, can repair a screen door -Prior experience with basic plumbing: can repair and replace a toilet and garbage disposal, can unclog a drain and knows when a professional should be called -Can replace and hang electrical fixtures: pendants, sconces, ceiling fans, etc. -Able to comfortably lift 50lbs and climb a ladder -Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a big plus, but not a firm requirement -Any kind of construction background or trade certification is a plus, but not a firm requirement