Roving Maintenance Technician in Kennewick, WA

Job Title: Roving Maintenance TechnicianEmployment Type: Full-timeLocation: This position supports Affinity managed apartment communities in Kennewick, WALakeside (123 units) 5100 W Clearwater Ave, Kennewick, WA 99336Crown Village (89 units) 445 N Volland St, Kennewick, WA 99336Hood Manor (90 units) 3131 W Hood Ave, Kennewick, WA 99336Aspen Hills (136 units) 803 S Olympia St, Kennewick, WA 99336Schedule: Monday - Friday from 8:00am - 5:00pm. This position will be part of the region-based rotating on-call schedule for after hour emergencies.Monday: Aspen HillsTuesday: Aspen Hills 8:00am-12:00pm / Lakeside 1:00pm-5:00pmWednesday: LakesideThursday: Crown VillageFriday: Hood ManorFLSA Status: Non-exemptReports to: Property ManagerCompensation PackageCompetitive hourly pay range of $22.00-22.00Monthly phone allowance of $50.00Monthly transportation allowance of $200.0020% employee rent discount available Benefits PackageMedical insurance at no cost to the employeeDental insurance at no cost to the employeeSupplemental insurance available at employee expense (Vision insurance, Life and AD&D insurance, Critical Illness insurance, Accident Protection Plan insurance, Hospital Indemnity Protection Plan insurance)401k enrollment program availableLife Balance Program access for associate-only discountsPaid time off, accrued through the year at 5.66 hours per pay period (136 hours per year).8 paid holidays off per year (Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Day After Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year’s Day)Summary: To ensure that the property’s exterior and interior are maintained in an attractive manner, and that fixtures, appliances, and other equipment are maintained safely.Job ResponsibilitiesComply with all Fair Housing and Equal Housing Opportunity requirementsComply with all appropriate state landlord/tenant statutesComply with OSHA safety regulationsEnsure the building is in accordance with all applicable building codes, ordinances, pool safety, fire codes, and emergency evacuation regulationsPerform regularly scheduled inspections of all common areas, buildings, equipment, pools/hot tubs, fixtures, plumbing and appliancesCommunicate daily with the Property Manager, and perform tasks as requestedPromptly notify Property Manager of safety concerns or deficiencies in property appearanceComplete apartment turnovers within three days of vacancyComplete work orders within 24 hoursEnsure that recalled appliances are promptly replacedSustain inventory of tools, supplies, and materialsOrganize maintenance shop and storage areasPaint interior and exterior surfaces as necessaryWalk the property grounds daily to ensure safety and cleanlinessEnsure preventative repairs are done on a regular basisBeing on-call for after-hour maintenance emergencies on a rotating schedule, and responding immediatelyInteract with residents in a professional, courteous and non-discriminatory mannerOther duties as assigned by Property Manager and Maintenance SupervisorQualificationsAuthorization to work in the United StatesHigh School Diploma or equivalent1+ years in multi-family property management maintenance experiencePossess your own hand toolsGeneral knowledge of various maintenance functions included and not limited to groundskeeping, plumbing, pool maintenance, appliance repair, electrical, HVAC, painting, caulking, snow removal, scheduling, obtaining bids from vendors, and ordering inventoryDemonstrates teamwork, good hygiene, excellent customer service and communication skills, ability to multi-task, and ambition for continuous professional developmentAlways uphold the highest level of ethical behavior and integrityWorking ConditionsApproximately 90% inspecting property grounds, including apartments, building structure, landscaping, and signage which may require the ability to climb stairs, scaffolds, ladders and maneuver walkwaysApproximately 10% in office environment using computer and phoneFrequent lifting, pushing, carrying or pulling of 20-50 poundsFrequent kneeling, crouching, bending, and reaching to inspect appliances and fixturesMission Statement“Affinity doesn’t just manage an asset – we cultivate an investment. We want you, as our newest associate, to come along for the ride, and ultimately, have a chance to steer the ship.”INTEGRITY, INITIATIVE, INNOVATION