Air Conditioning Technician/Ticket Runner

The incumbent is responsible for the maintenance, repair and rehabilitation of the property in all areas related to the maintenance operations. They must ensure the proper operation of all appliances, heating and cooling units, and light fixtures Daily responsibilities include running work orders (electrical, plumbing, HVAC, etc.), appliance repairs, assisting with unit make ready for future move-ins, pool maintenance/upkeep if needed, and exterior maintenance. In addition, maintenance technicians often must respond to after hour emergencies. Therefore, being on-call may be a required part of the job responsibilities.

Essential Job Functions

· Responsible for the completion of all assigned maintenance service requests in a timely manner.

· Operate, maintain and repair a variety of mechanical tools and equipment such as power saws, power sanders, drills, air compressors, paint sprayers, generators, pressure washers, landscape equipment, various hand tools required for carpentry, plumbing, etc.

· Schedule and perform preventative maintenance on buildings.

· Responsible for 24-hour emergency maintenance service as scheduled and carry a pager/cell phone (personal or company provided) as required for on-call maintenance.

● Assist with the make-ready process of vacant apartments as needed.

● Perform adequate level of carpentry work including the repair of porches (stairs, decking, joisting, handrails, trim), walls, windows, siding, doors and other carpentry work.

● Inspect building facilities to identify building maintenance needs; complete inspection and preventative maintenance reports, recommend, prioritize, and perform corrective maintenance as required.

● Install, maintain and repair a variety of floor covering such as carpeting, tile, linoleum and wood; experience with fabrication and installation of laminate countertops; experience performing repair of roof coverings such as composition, rolled, and shingle.

● Assist with community grounds work as directed by management which may include picking up trash, sweeping curb and dumpster areas and maintaining landscaping beds and other areas.

● Assure safety standards are upheld and follow all company, local, city, state and federal guidelines.

● Assist with “trash-out” of vacant apartments as needed.

● Responsible for alerting the Property Manager of any unusual occurrence and/or damage that has taken place or that may occur.

● Ensure compliance of all work-related activities in a fair, ethical, and consistent manner.

● Maintain a professional and courteous manner with all residents, vendors, contractors, and all team members.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

Minimum Required Education and Skills

● 1+ years of experience in related fields of construction or maintenance/repair and/or training

● Bi-lingual (English and Spanish)

● Intermediate level of skill in the following areas; electrical, plumbing, HVAC, swimming pool, carpentry, dry wall, exterior structure and appliances

● Strong knowledge of current repair and maintenance techniques and procedures

● Ability to use a variety of hand and power tools

● Ability to follow written and verbal directions

● Must be willing to be on-call to respond to after hour emergencies as needed

● Flexibility with work schedule to include ability to work extended hours on a periodic basis

● Must be willing to travel and assist at other Nova Properties as needed

● Must have reliable personal transportation to travel between Nova properties

● Valid driver’s license

Preferred Education and Skills

● Associates Degree or equivalent from two-year College or technical school

● Knowledge of OSHA laws and regulations

● Basic computer knowledge helpful

● CPO certification (Pool) preferred

● HVAC certification

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by the team member to successfully perform the critical tasks of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform those critical tasks.

Environment: The incumbent typically works in a building and in outdoor areas and uses mechanical and office equipment as needed to perform duties with associate noise levels. Weather conditions may vary. The employee may encounter frequent interruptions throughout the workday and encounter extensive public contact at time. Position requires travel for property errands or training classes. Possible to work long hours and odd schedules in order to fulfill job duties. Weekends are required.

Physical: Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in a maintenance or office setting; to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time. Also required to regularly talk, listen and hear, frequently required to use repetitive hand motion, handle or feel, and to sit, stand, walk, reach, bend, and occasionally push, pull and lift up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift/move up to 100 pounds. This team member is occasionally required to climb or balance, kneel, crouch or crawl, reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling and stooping. This team member may be occasionally required to climb ladders, high spaces and/or stairs. The incumbent will at times use mechanical equipment typical of those used in the maintenance of buildings, construction, and landscape.

Vision: Ability to see in the normal visual range with or without correction. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

Hearing: Ability to hear in the normal audio range with or without correction

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a team member will encounter while performing the critical tasks of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform critical tasks:

● While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to outside weather conditions although some of the time is in an office, apartment, workstations, shared space, and/or warehouse

● Highly professional, clean, and organized

● The noise level in the work environment is quiet to moderate loudness

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $23.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus opportunities

Application Question(s):

• Experience in property management

Experience:

• HVAC: 3 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Certified Pool Operator (Preferred)
• EPA Type II (Required)

Work Location: In person