Assistant Chief Engineer

The Assistant Head Janitor is to assist the Head Janitor in maintaining the physical integrity of the property. This involves insuring a safe, secure and comfortable living environment for residents, visitors and staff. The Assistant Head Janitor will carry out assigned duties in a safe manner and other duties as requested by the Head Janitor. In the absence of the Head Janitor, the Assistant Head Janitor will assume all maintenance responsibilities.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conduct all business in accordance with The Habitat Company's policies and procedures, state and Federal Laws; e.g. OSHA, ADA, Fair Housing etc. Perform activities to maintain the continuity of essential environmental services in order to guarantee resident comfort and security.

• Conduct building walk-downs daily and replace all burned out bulbs from hallways and stairwells and batteries in emergency lighting as needed.

• Safely operate power equipment, as needed.

• Be aware of utility meter cut-offs, apartment and fixture cut-offs and sewer clean-outs.

• Maintains awareness of proper safety precautions at all times.

• Maintain curb appeal of the property at all times.

• Complete assigned work orders according to company guidelines.

• Complete final inspection of all units turned over for leasing.

• Constantly observes condition of apartment property throughout the property and immediately reports and/or initiates action to correct unsafe conditions.

• Assist team as required to meet deadlines

• Report all major repairs and need requisitions to Chief Engineer and Community Manager 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 and other appliances to dumpster when necessary

• Be knowledgeable of inventory levels of spare parts and supplies, and inform Chief Engineer of shortages

• Assist in keeping grounds neat and free of litter; rake, sweep and shovel as circumstances warrant

• Diagnose and perform minor and routine maintenance/repair, as directed, involving the following on a daily basis:

• Electrical and plumbing (including water lines)

• A/C and heating systems

• Water irrigation systems

• Stairs, gates, fences, patios and railings

• Tile, carpet and flooring

• Roofing, gutters and fasteners

• Interior and exterior lights

• Gas fixtures and appliances

• Shutters, doors, cabinets, window and sliding glass doors

• Boiler, gas and electric

• Door locks

• Security systems (where applicable)

• Ceiling leaks

• Walls

• Responsible for maintaining an accurate daily timekeeping record via our Paycom time keeping system.

• Perform other related duties as assigned

Preventative Maintenance/Safety:

• Must be knowledgeable of pertinent laws and EPA and OSHA regulations governing proper storage and management of hazardous materials, including solvents, flammable, caustics and Freon.

• Must be aware of the condition of physical property throughout the property and must immediately correct unsafe conditions; e.g., broken steps, open holes, broken/burned out exterior lights, broken (door locks, inoperable smoke detectors, gas leaks.

• Schedules and performs minor and routine maintenance on all appropriate equipment as directed by the Head Janitor and Community Manager on a regular basis. Inspects and maintains all tools in excellent condition.

• Instills a safety first attitude not only with maintenance but also with all residents.

• Ensure that storage areas remain locked when not in use.

• Follows company guidelines for wearing safety items.

• Train Janitor's helpers.

• Assist Manager in completion of annual apartment inspections.

• Full time janitorial/maintenance experience.

• Basic electric, plumbing, carpentry and HVAC skills.

• Maintain open lines of communication with internal and external contacts for continuing operations and resolution of problems. Internal contacts include company personnel on site, corporate office and residents.

• Ability to assist Head Janitor in their duties.

• Ability to participate in a standby emergency schedule for evening, weekend, and holiday coverage.