Grounds Maintenance Staff - Philadelphia, PA

Description · Job Overview: · This position is responsible for performing various maintenance functions that are necessary in order to preserve and improve the value of our community. Our Maintenance Technicians ensures operation of all mechanical equipment by completing mainte ...

Job description

Description

Job Overview:

This position is responsible for performing various maintenance functions that are necessary in order to preserve and improve the value of our community. Our Maintenance Technicians ensures operation of all mechanical equipment by completing maintenance requirements, both plan and unplanned. Maintenance Technician will assist in improving operating conditions, quality, and integrity of all building systems and building appearances. Responsibilities also include completing work orders to building standards.

If you have a great attitude, strong work ethic, genuine interest in property maintenance you may be an excellent fit. Note: This job is full-time and requires some weekend availability. Candidates will be required to work and on call schedule every 4-5 weeks.

Your Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance related to HVAC / Mechanical troubleshooting and Preventive maintenance, Electrical Work and Plumbing, Drain cleaning/troubleshooting, repair/replace locks, smoke detectors, and light fixtures, basic carpentry. Diagnose problems, replace or repair parts, test and make adjustments.

Position involves sitting, standing, stooping, kneeling, pushing, shoving, lifting, carrying, and moving objects that can weight up to 50 pounds. This Movement can occur throughout the day.

• Read and interpret work Orders and clearly document work performed which may include some of these examples clearing clogged toilets, sinks, drains, water leaks, loss of power, unsafe facility conditions.

• Light snow removal including clearing walkways and laying down rock salt to prevent slipping.

• Must be able to interact with all types of individuals, be mentally alert, detail oriented and with good reason skills

• Ensure Mechanical rooms as well as electrical rooms elevator rooms are always free and clear of hazards

• Maintenance Coverage after-hours: handle emergency service requests outside of normal business hours (flood/power loss/etc.)

The Physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

You can and will thrive in this position if you...

• Are cooperative and flexible. You enjoy finding new ways of working together and can evaluate different opinions. You don't stick solely to your own point of view, especially when the team needs to get the job done.

• Are driven by deadlines. You take responsibility for your own deadlines and understand how your role supports the team's monthly and quarterly goals.

• Are flexible with your work schedule. This job sometimes requires weekend work with alternate days off and to be on call after hours one week each month.

• Are a team player. You find motivation in working as a team and achieving your common goals and are willing to have an all hands on deck attitude when your team needs help.

Skills & Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• Technical Background from University or Vocational sources a plus. Years in High Rise operation also a plus.

• 5 years' experience in working within a high-rise building maintenance environment.

• 5 years' experience with Mechanical Knowledge.

• Use a variety of hand and power tools, Electric meter to perform duties

• Including HVAC Mechanical systems electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and painting skills.

• Ability to read prints, sketches, wiring diagrams, ladder diagrams, schematic drawings.

• Experience in the use of all industrial hand and power tools.

• Ability to work independently, with minimal supervision, and be a proactive problem solver.

• Superior customer service skills including the ability to professionally communicate with residents and manage difficult situations if they arise.

Benefits

Schedule Monday thru Friday 8 Hour shift One Location

This position offers a comfortable salary of commensurate with experience and includes a comprehensive benefits package that includes accrual paid time off, paid vacation time, medical and dental and Vision insurance, Disability insurance, and 401k matching.

We offer on line education courses thru our own School of professionals at no cost to help you succeed.

Physical Requirements:

• Climb ladders and work at heights above ground level (maximum 3 ft).

• Computer and peripherals, standard and customized software applications and tools, and usual office equipment.

• Must be able to lift 50 lbs or more following appropriate safety procedures

Must be able to drive

• Work is performed in a variety of environmental conditions, with exposure to outdoor temperatures, weather variations, traffic and equipment noise, equipment vibrations, vehicle and/or chemical fumes, chemicals such as cleaning solvents and grease, machinery and their moving parts and dust.

• Work duties require the ability to stand and walk on hard surfaces for frequent and prolonged periods of time, and regularly require lifting, bending, stooping, reaching, climbing, push/pull and related physical activities

Compensation:

$18.00 per hour

Disclaimer Statement:

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. This is not an all-inclusive job description; therefore, management has the right to assign or reassign schedules, duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

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