*Job Title: Grounds/Entry Level Maintenance Technician | Elkhart/Bristol, Indiana*

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Under the direction of the Maintenance Supervisor, the Grounds/Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining the physical integrity of the community by conducting general maintenance and repairs at all times. This involves ensuring a safe and secure living environment for residents, visitors, and staff. To accomplish this goal, the responsibilities of the grounds/maintenance technician include; ensuring the grounds of the properties and common areas are free of debris, general repairs to the apartments/common areas of the buildings and grounds, vacant apartment preparation, trash removal, emergency repairs, cleaning, record keeping, and accepting deliveries and moving furniture and/or appliances.

The Grounds/Maintenance Technician will carry out all assigned duties in a safe manner and other duties as requested by the Maintenance Supervisor or Property Manager.

*Qualifications*

* Basic understanding of electrical, and plumbing systems. * Basic understanding of general maintenance processes and methods. * Experienced in operating a variety of equipment, including and not limited to snow blowers, lawn mowers, and small hand tools. * Basic knowledge of tools, common appliances, and devices. * Valid Driver’s Licenses, required. * Ability to travel between communities. * Ability to travel to pick-up replacement parts and supplies from vendors. * Ability to work full-time (hourly position). * Ability to work evenings and weekends if necessary. * Must be able to pass a background check and drug screening test.

*Responsibilities*

* Conduct all business in accordance with company policies and procedures and all state and federal regulations (such as Lead Based Paint, ADA, Fair Housing, HAZCOM Program, OSHA, etc.). * Knowledgeable of all pertinent laws and EPA and OSHA Regulations. * Aware of the condition of the property at all times and take immediate steps to correct any unsafe condition. * Schedule and perform routine preventive maintenance on all appropriate equipment as directed by the Maintenance Supervisor and the Community Manager. * Inspect and maintain all tools are in excellent condition. * Must be aware of all utility meter cut-offs, apartment and fixture cut-offs, and sewer clean-outs. * Perform work area clean-up and safety related duties. * Ensure that storage areas remain locked when not in use. * Diagnose and perform minor or routine maintenance or repair, as directed, involving the following on a daily basis. * Electrical and plumbing * A/C and heating systems * Appliances * Water irrigation systems * Stairs, gates, fences, patios, railings * Tile, carpet, and flooring * Roofing, gutters, fasteners * Interior/exterior lights * Fireplaces, ceiling fans * Gas fixtures and appliances * Shutters, doors, cabinets, windows, sliding glass doors * Boiler, gas and electric * Door locks, P.O. boxes and locks * Security systems * Ceiling leaks * Inspect and help coordinate all needed market-ready repairs and services. * Assist market-ready staff as required to meet deadlines. * Report all major repairs and need requisitions to Maintenance Supervisor prior to any expenditure of funds. * Change locks and make keys. * Remove and transfer heavy appliances and equipment from storage area to apartment (or vice versa) as circumstances warrant. * Assist in moving abandoned furniture, appliances, etc. to dumpster when necessary. * Respond to any other requests made by the Maintenance Supervisor, Community Manager, Director of Operations, or Managing Partners as needed. * Other duties as assigned.

*Environmental Job Requirements*

* Ability to work indoors and outdoors in all temperature/weather extremes. * Regularly work near moving mechanical parts. * May be exposed to heights.

*Physical Requirements*

* Ability to frequently lift, carry, push or pull up to 50 lbs. in a correct and safe manner. * Ability to climb ladders and stairs, walk between buildings and on roofs, stoop, kneel, bend, as well as have hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity. * Physically able to climb numerous flights of stairs on an ongoing daily basis. * Stooping: Frequently bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist, requiring full use of the lower extremities and back muscles. * Kneeling: Frequently bending legs at knees to come to rest on knee or knees. * Crouching: Frequently bending body downward and forward by bending legs and spine. * Reaching: Frequently extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction. * Handling: Frequently seizing, holding, grasping, turning or otherwise working with hands. * Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in writing, oral, diagrammatic or schedule form.

*Benefits*

* 11 Paid Holidays. * Up to 2 weeks Paid Time Off in the first year of service (grows with tenure). * Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Plans (available after 60 days of employment). * Company Paid Health Reimbursement Account (up to $3K per calendar year). * Paid Maternity Leave. * Company Paid Life Insurance. * Company Paid Certifications and Licensing.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits: * Dental insurance * Health insurance * Life insurance * Paid time off * Vision insurance Schedule: * 8 hour shift * Monday to Friday * On call * Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person