Maintenance Technician - Downtown Austin
- LOCATION: Downtown Austin - Museum District
- SCHEDULE: Full Time | Saturday to Wednesday. On Call
- SALARY: $20 - $23 hourly
ABOUT US
WRMC is an award-winning industry leader, and a team of extraordinary people. We have the advantage of recruiting and retaining the best talent in the HOA management industry. Diversity and inclusion are the only paths that allows forward progress and our success as a company stems from that philosophy.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Under the general supervision of the management, but reporting directly to the maintenance supervisor, the technician is the primary staff person responsible for repairs and maintenance of the work equipment and appliances in both the common areas of the condominium and in the individual owner units, to the end that the need for outside service people is minimized and the residents needs are better served and with minimum delay . The technician's duties extend also to being the backup to the maintenance supervisor in the operation, repairs and maintenance of the heating and air conditioning equipment of the building.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
The specific duties of the maintenance technician are:
- To keep in high state of ready usefulness the electrical and plumbing appliances and fixtures of the common areas of the condominium, including lamps, switches, water closets, wash basins, etc.
- As needed, to repair doors, doorknobs , door locks, ventilators, floors, ceilings, and walls of the condominium.
- To serve as backup to the maintenance supervisor in the performance of his duties and to assist in the performance of such duties.
- As assigned through the established work order procedures, to perform repairs, maintenance and, where necessary, replacements to the appliances, fixtures , and other components of individual units, including the air handlers, light fixtures and lamps, kitchen ranges, garbage disposals , dishwashers , basins, tubs and water closets, as well as smoke detectors , doors, and doorknobs and locks and such other items as can be repaired and maintained within the technicians' competence.
- To know the physical layout of the condominium's fire safety system and how it operates and be prepared to recognize when it needs servicing or repair and to supervise and critique outside contractors in the performance of such repairs and servicing .
- To keep a record of the locations of all fire extinguishers and the dates when they were last serviced and to initiate recharging, replacement or other servicing needed to assure maximum serviceability.
- To service, maintain and repair the pumps, heaters, filters, and other components associated with the swimming pool and to be generally responsible for the maintenance of the quality and temperature of the pool water.
- To assist the management in the creation and maintenance of records as to repairs, servicing, and replacements of components in the individual units of the condominium.
- To see that the supply stockroom maintains an adequate inventory of those items for which there is regular need.
- To keep the technician's work area orderly and provided with adequate tools and supplies to meet all but the most unforeseeable needs.
- To make occasional checks of the laundry rooms and to report to the management when the washers or dryers are in need of servicing , repair or replacement.
- To assist the maintenance supervisor in compiling and maintaining up-to-date manuals of detail instructions on principal machinery components of the condominium.
- To assume initiative in the development and implementation of innovative steps that will increase service life, decrease operating cost, or otherwise contribute to improving the condominium.
- Additional duties , not inconsistent with the duties assigned herein, may be assigned from time to time by the maintenance supervisor or by the management. As specific instructions applicable to the duties of the technician are developed and issued, such instructions will become integral parts of this job description.
Requirements
- A high school diploma or an equivalent qualification
- Familiarity with fundamental Plumbing, HVAC, Electrical, Groundskeeping and Handyman tasks
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in HOA, Multifamily, or Hotel settings
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.
- Must have excellent time management skills and a strong work ethic, that ensures that they complete all their responsibilities on a timely basis as dictated by their schedule.
- Able to handle, finger, grasp and lift objects and packages. Reach with hands and arms.
- Able to repeat various motions with the wrists, hands and fingers to complete tasks.
- 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 in different environmental conditions - heat, cold, wind, rain.
- Ability to quickly and easily navigate the building as required to meet the job functions.
- Ability to detect auditory and/or visual emergency alarms and respond quickly and appropriately. Ability to respond to emergencies in a timely manner.
- 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.
- Complete all required forms and work orders.
- Regularly walks floors looking for cleaning or maintenance issues, and reports these back to supervisor.
- Must be reliable, flexible, an on-time.
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Short term disability (STD)
- Long term disability (LTD)
- Employee assistance program (EAP)
- Identity theft protection
- Pet insurance
- Retirement
- Paid Time Off (PTO)