Property Maintenance Technician - Hiring Immediately!

Company: Aterra Real Estate
Location: West Des Moines
Posted on: January 23, 2023

Job Description:

Give us a Year - We will give you a Career!At Aterra Real Estate we make it easy to own your own success! - Do you like staying busy and on-the-go, if you answered yes, this is the perfect job for you!The Property Maintenance Technician helps Aterra achieve success by maintaining the buildings and grounds in good condition and by providing excellent customer service to both residential and commercial tenants. Pay $22.00 to $25.00 per hour, based on experience.Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following but are not limited to the job specifications contained herein. Responsibilities include: working under limited supervision following standardized practices and/or methods; providing information and/or advising others; and operating within a defined budget. Additional duties or job functions that can be performed safely may be required by supervisory personnel. The Property Maintenance Technician must be mechanically inclined with excellent organization and communication skills. -

• Coordinate and complete minor improvements necessary for leasing both residential and commercial units in a timely/cost efficient manner.
• Property maintenance including interior and exterior lighting, replacing ceiling tiles and daytime janitorial duties.
• Maintain HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems to ensure functionality.
• Survey buildings and repair mechanical systems to ensure compliance with health and safety guidelines.
• Painting; Minor dry wall repair and taping.
• Security of leased spaces, including working with locksmiths and re-keying units, as needed.
• Carpentry skills and ability to review and interpret construction/site plans is helpful. -
• Track time spent by property and promptly & professionally handle tenant work order requests.
• Yard upkeep, trimming, edging, mowing lawn, collecting trach and snow removal. Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Job Requirements: Skills, Knowledge and Abilities SKILLS are required to perform multiple tasks with a need to occasionally upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: operating equipment used in skilled trades, power and hand tools, etc.; adhering to safety practices; handling hazardous materials; and planning/managing projects. KNOWLEDGE is required to perform basic math skills; email communication; read a variety of manuals, write documents following prescribed formats, and/or present information to others; and understand complex, multi-step written and oral instructions. Specific knowledge-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: standard methods, materials and tools used in assigned skilled trade; and safety practices and procedures. ABILITY is required to schedule activities and/or meetings; gather and/or collate data; and use job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others; and operate equipment using standardized methods. Problem solving will be required to identify issues and determine action plans. Problem solving with equipment is moderate. Specific ability-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: adapting to changing work priorities; developing effective working relationships; displaying mechanical aptitude; working under time constraints; and complying with OSHA regulations. Standard Working Environment: The jobs functions require the following physical demands: occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some climbing and balancing; frequent stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally, the job requires 15% sitting, 45% walking, and 40% standing. The job is performed under temperature variations and in a generally hazard free environment. Experience: 1 5 years of maintenance/construction related experience is required. Helpful to be familiar with Microsoft Office environment. Hours: 8:00am to 5:00pm Monday through Friday, with occasional on-call and weekend hours. - This is flexible!Education: High School diploma Required Testing: Alcohol and Drug Test Clearances: Background check, must have a valid Drivers License, clean driving record, and evidence of insurability. FLSA Status: Non-Exempt/Hourly EEOC Statement: Aterra Real Estate is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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