Maintenance Technician (Standby)

$40,997 - $40,997/Yr

Edward Rose & Sons - Columbia, SC

Full-time - Entry Level

Columbia, SC

Real Estate

About the position

The Standby Maintenance Technician at Edward Rose & Sons is responsible for the overall maintenance of an apartment community, ensuring a positive experience for residents. This role requires living on-site in a company-provided apartment and being available for after-hours emergency calls on a rotating basis. The technician will perform various maintenance tasks, including plumbing, electrical repairs, and appliance troubleshooting, while adhering to company policies and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the overall maintenance of an apartment community, including all areas related to the day-to-day operations.
• Evaluate, prioritize, and resolve work orders according to company quality standards.
• Successfully perform plumbing tasks including pipe fitting, shut offs, sink replacements, faucet installations, garbage disposal installations, and repairs.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and solve air conditioner, furnace, hot water heater and boiler issues.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose appliance repairs.
• Deliver quality carpentry work including replacing doors, doorjambs, drywall, trim, interior/exterior caulking, and step replacement.
• Perform electrical repairs including switches, outlets, and light fixtures.
• Repair ceramic tile and tub surround replacement.
• Monitor inventory of the most commonly used parts to ensure adequate stock.
• Additional duties as assigned by supervisor.

Requirements

• Previous experience in multi-family property maintenance is preferred.
• Knowledge of maintenance safety guidelines and procedures, and OSHA regulations (including state-specific) is preferred.
• EPA certification is required (If you do not hold an EPA certification you are required to obtain it within 120 days of your start date via company paid training).
• HVAC experience is strongly preferred.
• CPO Certification and pool chemistry and maintenance skills are preferred.
• Ability to shovel snow and/or clear ice from walks, driveways, or parking lots and spread salt in those areas during snow season.
• Maintain a professional appearance following team dress code policy.
• Able to effectively and professionally communicate with residents and co-workers.
• Basic computer skills and comfort learning software, apps, and programs.
• Have reliable transportation and valid driver's license.

Nice-to-haves

• CPO Certification and pool chemistry and maintenance skills are preferred.

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• On-the-job training
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Rent Free apartment home