Maintenance Tech I

Maintenance Technician I

Come join our awesome team as a Maintenance Technician I at Skyland Apartments in Ashville, North Carolina!

Skyland Apartments part of Volunteers of America National Services, which serves as the Housing and Healthcare affiliate of the Volunteers of America parent organization.

Maintenance Technician I Job Highlights

403(b) Retirement Plan;Medical, Dental and Vision InsurancePaid Time Off (Vacation, Holiday & Sick Days)Shift: 8 hours Monday-Friday.Pay: $21p/h

About the job

The Maintenance Tech I is responsible for the overall maintenance of the property. Responsible for preventive maintenance, painting, and repairs inside and outside the property to provide a safe, attractive and orderly environment for the benefit, and use enjoyment protection of residents, staff, and visitors. This is an entry-level position.

Required Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below represent the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

High School Diploma or equivalent6 months of full-time experience in building maintenance Proficient in English. Must have the ability to read and write in EnglishAble to follow both verbal and written English instructionsAbility to follow proper safety protocolsKnow how to turn the water valve and electricity off in case of emergency

Preferred Skills

Knowledge of basic machinery and toolsConstruction experience and/or maintenance of equipment and utility experience

Essentials

Make recommendations to Community Administrator on necessary maintenance repairs, preventive maintenance, and property improvements.Repair and paint the building exterior as needed.Maintain adequate lighting for the interior and exterior of the propertySchedule and expedite work order requestMaintain a clean and orderly storage roomMust be capable of using and climbing an extension ladder to access the roof, windows, and siding to make repairs as neededSafety: Know, follow and enforce facility safety rules.Complete required trainingAvailable to work on-call to ensure that twenty-four (24) hour maintenance is provided to the properties.

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