Maintenance Technician
DMA Properties, Austin, TX, United States
About the community
Affordable community is 93 units located in Austin, TX 78702.
Summary and Responsibilities
Works with Community Manager to ensure that organizational are achieved while adhering to DMA community standards.
Assists Community Manager in accomplishing financial objectives by completing work in house where applicable, preventing theft of company equipment/supplies/inventory by securing maintenance shop, reducing equipment breakdown and/or failure, and adhering to budget.
Consults with Community Manager when inventory is low and additional supplies are needed.
Performs maintenance on vacant and occupied units in line with work order specifications.
Works as a team to maintain excellent customer service standards and positive community feedback/ratings.
Consults with Community Manager when tasks require a licensed contractor.
Ensures the community grounds and/or common areas are aesthetically pleasing and free of potential safety hazards.
Remain in constant communication with Community Manager regarding any maintenance and/or safety issues.
Follow DMA policies and procedures when completing all work orders.
Performs plumbing, minor electrical, carpentry, and other interior repairs; including emergencies after-hours.
Replace filters and clean air conditioning vents in vacant apartments and occupied units on as needed basis. Works with HVAC vendor on repairs, including those under warranty.
Responsible for completing make‑readies/turnovers (including painting, repairs, carpentry, wall/sheetrock repair, carpet shampoo/vinyl repair, lock changes, etc.) and reporting status to Community Manager.
Assist at other DMA communities when needed.
Other duties as assigned.
What you will need to be successful
At least 2 years of property maintenance experience (handling work orders, make‑readies, contractor relations, etc.) required.
Excellent problem‑solving skills; must be able to prioritize workload and delegate when necessary.
EPA certification preferred or willingness to obtain immediately.
CPO preferred.
Must be able to meet the work schedule of the position, including being on‑call, and handling after‑hours emergencies.
Must be able to operate hand and power tools and equipment.
Must be able and willing to travel to other DMA properties when required.
Professional skills needed for this position include adaptability, compassion, dedication, empathy, ethical, flexibility, honest, humility, initiative, integrity, maturity, patience, presentation, reliability, respect, responsibility, self‑confidence, sharing, and strong verbal and nonverbal communication.
Abilities and skills needed for this position are analyzing, collaboration, computer skills, conflict resolution, creativity, critical thinking, decision making, emotional intelligence, implements, math, meeting deadlines, multitasking, organizational skills, planning, prioritizing tasks, problem‑solving, rational thought, reading, researching, scheduling, self‑directing, situational awareness, strategic thinking, teamwork, working independently, and writing.
Valid Texas Driver’s License required.
Working Environment / Physical Demands
Normal physical activity can be strenuous and may involve prolonged standing, walking, reaching, bending, crouching, stooping, and laying. The operation of hand and power tools will be required for this position and the employee must be able to lift, push/pull, or carry up to 100 pounds.
Must be able to work both indoors and outdoors and may be exposed to inclement weather. The Maintenance Technician may also be in situations where electrical shock hazards may occur and/or exposed to dangerous heights, dangerous chemicals, and skin irritants (i.e. cleaning solutions, solvents, insecticides). The use of goggles, gloves, safety boots, and other safety equipment may be required. While performing the demands described above, the Maintenance Technician will regularly be required to talk, hear, stand, and use hand and fingers to handle/feel objects, operate tools or controls, operate office equipment, and reach with hands/arms.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee within this position to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Benefits
Employer paid medical premium (base plan) for the employee! We also offer dental, vision, life insurance, HSA, PTO plan that grows with tenure, and a retirement plan with company match!
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Affordable community is 93 units located in Austin, TX 78702.
Summary and Responsibilities
Works with Community Manager to ensure that organizational are achieved while adhering to DMA community standards.
Assists Community Manager in accomplishing financial objectives by completing work in house where applicable, preventing theft of company equipment/supplies/inventory by securing maintenance shop, reducing equipment breakdown and/or failure, and adhering to budget.
Consults with Community Manager when inventory is low and additional supplies are needed.
Performs maintenance on vacant and occupied units in line with work order specifications.
Works as a team to maintain excellent customer service standards and positive community feedback/ratings.
Consults with Community Manager when tasks require a licensed contractor.
Ensures the community grounds and/or common areas are aesthetically pleasing and free of potential safety hazards.
Remain in constant communication with Community Manager regarding any maintenance and/or safety issues.
Follow DMA policies and procedures when completing all work orders.
Performs plumbing, minor electrical, carpentry, and other interior repairs; including emergencies after-hours.
Replace filters and clean air conditioning vents in vacant apartments and occupied units on as needed basis. Works with HVAC vendor on repairs, including those under warranty.
Responsible for completing make‑readies/turnovers (including painting, repairs, carpentry, wall/sheetrock repair, carpet shampoo/vinyl repair, lock changes, etc.) and reporting status to Community Manager.
Assist at other DMA communities when needed.
Other duties as assigned.
What you will need to be successful
At least 2 years of property maintenance experience (handling work orders, make‑readies, contractor relations, etc.) required.
Excellent problem‑solving skills; must be able to prioritize workload and delegate when necessary.
EPA certification preferred or willingness to obtain immediately.
CPO preferred.
Must be able to meet the work schedule of the position, including being on‑call, and handling after‑hours emergencies.
Must be able to operate hand and power tools and equipment.
Must be able and willing to travel to other DMA properties when required.
Professional skills needed for this position include adaptability, compassion, dedication, empathy, ethical, flexibility, honest, humility, initiative, integrity, maturity, patience, presentation, reliability, respect, responsibility, self‑confidence, sharing, and strong verbal and nonverbal communication.
Abilities and skills needed for this position are analyzing, collaboration, computer skills, conflict resolution, creativity, critical thinking, decision making, emotional intelligence, implements, math, meeting deadlines, multitasking, organizational skills, planning, prioritizing tasks, problem‑solving, rational thought, reading, researching, scheduling, self‑directing, situational awareness, strategic thinking, teamwork, working independently, and writing.
Valid Texas Driver’s License required.
Working Environment / Physical Demands
Normal physical activity can be strenuous and may involve prolonged standing, walking, reaching, bending, crouching, stooping, and laying. The operation of hand and power tools will be required for this position and the employee must be able to lift, push/pull, or carry up to 100 pounds.
Must be able to work both indoors and outdoors and may be exposed to inclement weather. The Maintenance Technician may also be in situations where electrical shock hazards may occur and/or exposed to dangerous heights, dangerous chemicals, and skin irritants (i.e. cleaning solutions, solvents, insecticides). The use of goggles, gloves, safety boots, and other safety equipment may be required. While performing the demands described above, the Maintenance Technician will regularly be required to talk, hear, stand, and use hand and fingers to handle/feel objects, operate tools or controls, operate office equipment, and reach with hands/arms.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee within this position to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Benefits
Employer paid medical premium (base plan) for the employee! We also offer dental, vision, life insurance, HSA, PTO plan that grows with tenure, and a retirement plan with company match!
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