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Are you a detail-oriented, organized individual with a passion for maintaining and improving residential properties? Join our team at Real Property Associates as a Maintenance Coordinator in our Property Management Division!
We are seeking a motivated and experienced Maintenance Coordinator to play a crucial role in ensuring the optimal functioning and appearance of our managed properties. This role would work directly with our Sr Property Manager to coordinate all maintenance related activities in a portfolio of properties. Thank you for considering a career with us!
Real Property Associates is a professional property management company in Seattle, Washington. Founded in 1991, we strive to exceed expectations in property management by protecting investments while providing quality properties. We provide an unbeatable blend of knowledge, experience, and commitment to our community.
Responsibilities:
Coordination of Maintenance Activities:
- Schedule and oversee routine maintenance tasks, including inspections, repairs, and preventive maintenance.
- Project management of capital improvements.
- Review and troubleshoot resident-submitted work orders.
- Collaborate with vendors and contractors to ensure timely and cost-effective completion of maintenance projects.
- Perform basic on-site repair and maintenance activities.
- Source competitive estimates and negotiate contracts with vendors.
- May require occasional after-hours emergency response.
Tenant Communication:
- Serve as the main point of contact for tenants reporting maintenance issues. Ability to troubleshoot issues by email and over the phone.
- Communicate maintenance schedules and coordinate access with tenants to minimize disruptions.
Administrative:
- Maintain accurate records of all maintenance activities, including work orders.
- Regularly update the property management software (Appfolio) to ensure maintenance information is up to date.
- Prepare monthly reports for owners, HOA Board of Directors, and Sr. Property Manager
- Assist Sr. Property Manager with other tasks and responsibilities as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Minimum of 3 years experience in property management, maintenance, construction, project management, or related field is required.
- Prior experience as a maintenance technician preferred.
- Strong organizational and multitasking skills with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
- Proficient in Microsoft Suite
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Knowledge of basic property maintenance practices and procedures.
- Knowledge of single family and multi-family building systems and their related preventative maintenance schedules.
- Familiarity with Appfolio property management software is a plus.
- Reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license are required.
Education:
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Additional relevant certifications or coursework is a plus.
Benefits:
- $31 - $33/hr.
- Mileage reimbursement.
- Health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
- 401(k) retirement plan with company matching.
- Professional development opportunities.
- Paid time off (PTO, Paid Holidays)
Owned and operated by Gordon Stephenson and Jay Young, the same team that founded the company in 1991, Real Property Associates Inc. offers an unbeatable blend of knowledge, experience and commitment – both to the community it serves and to a vision of excellent service and innovative solutions.
We specialize in serving the needs of the small to midsize investor or homeowner in the greater Seattle, Bellevue and Everett areas.
Our number one commitment is to be the best when it comes to your investment. You worked hard to obtain it and we will work hard to maximize the potential of that property.
