Maintenance Technician - Merriam, KS

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Job description

ar·ti·san

noun: artisan;

A person or company that makes a high-quality or distinctive product in small quantities...

More than a place to live, we strive to create a home with soul. We are fueled by good coffee and inspired to be authentic; to be genuine. Where it's okay to embrace change and be better than you were yesterday. To feel welcome and appreciated. We venture to create space that is unique - to offer something better, be a part of something bigger. We love our community and value our neighbors. Our destiny is of our own choosing. We do not shy away from the difficult but strive to achieve what is great. Our properties reflect these values. We invite you to join us.

We all want to Live Well, LIVE ARTISAN.

SUMMARY OF POSITION

The Maintenance Technician is primarily responsible for protecting, maintaining, and enhancing the value of the community while also maximizing the living experience for residents and the community. This is accomplished by ensuring that all resident maintenance issues are resolved expertly and efficiently.

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PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Conduct all business in accordance with Artisan policies and procedures, Fair Housing, Americans with Disabilities Act, Fair Credit Reporting Act, and all other Federal and State laws.
• Maintains the facility and grounds based on community objectives.
• Follows practices for the safe operation, maintenance, and repair of all facility equipment, including compliance with health, safety programs, policies, procedures, reports.
• Responds to work orders in a timely manner, including after hours on-call maintenance requests. Participates in the on-call rotation with the rest of the Maintenance Team (where applicable).
• Assists with the inspection of public areas and resident apartments to ensure proper maintenance and standards are achieved and sustained.
• Follows city, state, federal, and EPA air conditioning and refrigeration record keeping requirements and procedures are met as to the maintenance, service, repair, and disposal of air conditioning and refrigeration equipment and refrigerant.
• Follows health department, city, state, and federal procedures, practices and record keeping requirements applicable to pools and spas are followed to maintain proper water chemistry and sanitation.
• Keeps storage areas, tools, and equipment always secure.
• Participates in Artisan training as required.
• Repair or replace floors, ceilings, walls, siding, roofing, doors, door hardware, windows, screens, and other general building items.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, repair, and replace the following: appliances, electrical, HVAC (split systems, heat pumps and PTACs), plumbing (including water heaters).
• Maintain pools/spas/fountains, chemicals, logs, and associated safety equipment (NOTE: This responsibility is community specific.)

PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF THE POSITION

The Maintenance Technician will be exposed to the constant activity that requires intermittent standing, bending, crouching, pushing / pulling, lifting / moving / carrying light and heavy loads, climbing stairs and ladders. The Maintenance Technician should have a working knowledge of OSHA and follow any guidelines set forth to protect the health of the maintenance team, the community, its residents, and oneself.

Core Values in Action 

At ARTISAN, our team members are guided by five Core Values that define how we work and serve our communities. 

• Empowerment: You support residents and onsite teams by responding to maintenance requests promptly and resolving issues effectively. 
• Integrity: You follow safety standards, policies, and regulations while completing repairs with accuracy, professionalism, and accountability. 
• Compassion: You interact with residents and coworkers respectfully, recognizing the impact maintenance work has on comfort, safety, and peace of mind. 
• Stewardship: You protect ARTISAN's assets by properly maintaining equipment, systems, and buildings, while identifying and reporting potential issues early. 
• Community: You contribute to a positive living environment by working collaboratively with the maintenance and management teams to keep the community safe and well cared for. 

REQUIREMENTS FOR MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Proven experience as maintenance technician.
• Basic understanding of electrical, hydraulic, and other systems.
• Knowledge of general maintenance processes and methods.
• Working knowledge of tools, common appliances, and devices.
• Preference for candidates with desired certifications: CAMT, boiler license, EPA, CPO, electrical, plumbing, first aide, etc.
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair HVAC equipment, plumbing systems, electrical systems, all major appliances, pool and spa equipment and other community systems.
• Basic computer proficiency preferred.

OUTSTANDING HEALTH BENEFITS & PAID TIME AWAY

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision coverage
• Flexible spending accounts
• Company paid short-term & long-term disability insurance
• EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
• Voluntary benefits (life insurance, critical illness & disability)
• 401K with 3% match
• Vacation/sick leave
• Holidays
• Birthday PTO day

Artisan Management Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Now is your opportunity to be a part of this diverse and inclusive, growing community. Apply Today