ZipRecruiter is hiring: Service Technician (Newport News, Virginia) in Newport N

WATERMAN'S CROSSING

The Maintenance/Service Technician reports directly to the Service Manager and is responsible for performing make-ready repairs to all vacant units prior to move-in. HVAC certification is required.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Perform repairs to make-ready units in a timely manner.
2. Be responsible for 24-hour on-call duties, responding to on-call paging as scheduled by the Service Manager.
3. Assist the Service Manager or Housekeeper with their work if necessary.
4. Assist grounds personnel with trashing out units if needed.
5. Assist the Service Manager with inventory control and the utilization of maintenance materials and supplies.
6. Inspect the property for improvements and repairs and review findings with the Service Manager.
7. Perform work order requests and ensure their completion on the same day when possible.
8. Assist with maintenance requests from the Service Manager.
9. Ensure grounds are free of litter at all times.
10. Operate and perform scheduled maintenance on all equipment properly.
11. Know the locations of gas and water meter emergency cut-offs, all apartment and fixture cut-offs, and sewer clean-outs.
12. Paint interior and exterior surfaces as required.
13. Assist the Property Manager or other staff members when requested.
14. Maintain a professional appearance in uniform and display a positive attitude at all times.
15. Follow the Maintenance General Operating Policies and keep the maintenance shop clean and organized.
16. Be immediately available in case of snow or other emergencies.
17. Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• HVAC skills with CFC certification required.
• CPO certification preferred.
• Skills in plumbing, electrical work, and carpentry.
• Knowledge of SDS and OSHA regulations.
• 608 Refrigerant Certification is preferred but not required; training can be provided.

Working Conditions

• Position may require night and weekend work.
• Required to be on call.
• Duties performed indoors and outdoors, including in extreme temperatures.

Education and Experience

High school diploma or GED preferred; or 1-3 months of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Certificates, Licenses, and Other Skills

• Valid driver's license.
• CFC certification (where needed).
• Additional skills in pool certification may be required.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Regularly required to stand, walk, handle, reach, and communicate. Frequently lift/move up to 100 pounds. Exposure to moving mechanical parts, chemicals, weather, and noise is typical.

Benefits

Competitive benefits including health, dental, life, 401K, EAP, long-term disability, vacation, and sick leave.

EOE / Drug-Free Workplace

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