Maintenance Assistant

14000 Renaissance Ct., Austin TX

Description

Purpose of the Job The Maintenance Assistant -Common Grounds acts under the direction of the Community Manager and/or Maintenance Manager and is responsible for the cleanliness of the community grounds. Responsibilities will include the daily upkeep of the property, buildings, and grounds, which includes cleaning and removing trash. Essential Functions and Responsibilities  Maintain the grounds of the assigned property  Maintains cleanliness outside each building and the grounds surrounding each building  Maintain a uniform landscaped look by picking up all debris around buildings, common areas and through breezeways of buildings  Clean out building gutters  Plants and tends flowerbeds, trees, and shrubs; trims, mows lawns; apply fertilizer and insecticides; and utilize pest control equipment  Follow well-established procedures for the basic maintenance of tools and equipment such as lubricating, sharpening, replacing broken handles, making simple adjustments, and repairs, as necessary  May perform pool maintenance duties  Shovel snow when necessary  Spread salt on public passageways to prevent ice buildup when necessary  Must follow all safety/OSHA Requirements  May support various renovation activities Additional Functions and Responsibilities  Additional duties as assigned Core Competencies  Organizing-Can marshal resources (people, funding, material, support) to get things done; can orchestrate multiple activities at once to accomplish a goal; uses resources effectively and efficiently arranges information and files in a useful manner  Action Oriented-Enjoys working hard; is action oriented and full of energy for the things he/she sees as challenging; not fearful of acting with a minimum of planning; seizes more opportunities than others.  Customer Focus- Is dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers; gets first-hand customer information and uses it for improvements in products and services; acts with customers in mind; establishes and maintains effective relationships with customers and gains their trust and respect.  Perseverance-Pursues everything with energy, drive, and a need to finish; seldom gives up before finishing, especially in the face of resistance or setbacks.  Functional/Technical Skills- Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills to do the job at a high level of accomplishment.  Problem Solving- Uses rigorous logic and methods to solve difficult problems with effective solutions; probes all fruitful sources for answers; can see hidden problems; is excellent at honest analysis; looks beyond the obvious and doesn't stop at the first answers. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:  Must have basic understanding of landscaping and grounds keeping  Must be available to work days and evenings, weekdays, and weekends  Must demonstrate support of Bell Core Values  Must demonstrate support of Operations strategic drivers  Must demonstrate ability to provide exceptional customer service  Must demonstrate ability to successfully work on a team  Must be able to clearly communicate both orally and in writing Education and Background:  Must be a minimum 18 years of age  High School diploma or equivalent  2+ years grounds keeping experience in a multi-family environment  2+ years landscaping experience  HVAC,/EPA certifications may be required in many communities, based on staffing levels Requirements These are physical and mental requirements of the position as it is typically performed. Inability to meet one or more of these physical or mental requirements will not automatically disqualify a candidate or employee from the position. Upon request for a reasonable accommodation, the Company may be able to adjust or excuse one or more of these requirements, depending on the requirement, the essential functions to which it relates, and the proposed accommodation. Physical Requirements: See; View CRT Screen; Color Perception; Hearing/Listening; Clear Speech; Manual Dexterity; Walk; Bend; Reach; Lifting - 50 Pounds; Sit; Stand. Mental/Reasoning Requirements: Reading-Simple; Writing-Simple; Clerical; Basic Math Skills; Analysis/Comprehension Judgment/Decision Making Work Environment: Shift work; Works Alone; Works with Others; Verbal Contact with Others; Face to Face Contact; Outside; Mechanical Equipment; Electrical Equipment; Moving Objects; High Places; Fumes/Odors; Hazardous Materials The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and/or skills required for this position.