Job Overview:

The Maintenance Technician Intern will perform general maintenance and repairs for assigned properties including plumbing, electrical, basic carpentry, heating and cooling, and other building systems. 

Perform all duties in accordance with company operating policies.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Conduct turnover work in vacant apartments (paint, clean, maintenance items, etc.)
• Complete all work order requests in a timely manner (normally within 24 hours). 

Ability to troubleshoot issues including but not limited to electrical, plumbing, appliances and HVAC. 

• Perform preventative maintenance on building systems including but not limited to basic plumbing, heating, cooling and mechanical equipment. 
• Keep curb appeal at highest level daily by removing all trash, inspecting sprinkler lines, and maintaining weed control. Landscape issues should be brought to the attention of the maintenance supervisor who will contact the landscape crew.
• Respond to emergency calls in accordance with work order priority system (including evenings, weekends, and holidays).
• Assist with and participate in snow removal operation.
• Assist with and participate in the moving of supplies, parts, appliances, HVAC equipment, tools, etc.
• Assist with and participate in maintaining the pool and associated equipment, if applicable.
• Advise supervisors of any known or potential liability risks.
• Keep dumpster and/or other garbage areas clean.
• Maintain and clean the clubhouse/office, if applicable.
• Maintain ready vacant units in proper working condition and keep them clean.
• Adhere to all Landings Real Estate Group policies and procedures and all government regulations such as Fair Housing, American with Disabilities Act, OSHA, etc. 
• Eliminate waste and assist in budget spending controls.
• Any other items the Maintenance Supervisor, Community Manager, Construction Superintendent may require.

Required Skills/Abilities: 

• Ability to follow instructions from supervisors or senior maintenance workers.
• Knowledge of general carpentry and repair.
• Ability to use hand tools and power tools.
• Positive attitude, highly organized, and energetic. 
• Strong customer service orientation.
• Effective interpersonal skills.
• Ability to read and interpret documents, the ability to communicate in written form and the ability to speak and communicate effectively.
• Valid driver’s license or other means of reliable transportation to and from work.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required. Additional schooling or follow-up trade schooling preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year of multi-family maintenance, construction, or trade (plumbing, HVAC, electrical, carpentry, etc.) experience preferred.

• On-the-job training offered.

Physical Requirements: 

• Must be able to regularly sustain prolonged periods standing and walking.
• Possess ability to regularly stoop, kneel, crouch, lift equipment, use hands to fingers, reach with arms and hands, handle objects, tools, and equipment.
• Must be physically able to climb ladders, bend, or crawl into awkward spaces.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time.

• Ability to work in all types of weather.

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Landings Real Estate Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.