Maintenance Technician-Kew Gardens, West End & August

The Residential Maintenance Technician performs general maintenance relating to plumbing, carpentry, electrical, HVAC units and preventative maintenance for 3 residential properties in NW DC (Kew Gardens, West End and August), approximately 290 units. Candidates will be asked to complete a maintenance assessment during the interview process. Bernstein Management Corporation (BMC) has been a regional leader in real estate management for more than 70 years and focuses exclusively on the Washington D.C. metropolitan area.

Responsibilities

Properly use tools ranging from common hand and power tools to precision measuring instruments and electrical and electronic testing devices; Perform routine preventive maintenance to ensure building systems operate efficiently; Inspect, operate, or test machinery or equipment to diagnose malfunctions; Assemble, install, or repair wiring, electrical or electronic components, pipe systems, plumbing, machinery, or equipment; Repair or replace defective equipment parts and reassemble equipment; Repair building fixtures including lights, locks, windows, doors, screens, walls, floors, gutters and drains; Paint or repair roofs, windows, doors, floors, woodwork, plaster, drywall, or other parts of building structures; Operate and perform routine maintenance and repairs on HVAC equipment and related systems; Perform general cleaning as required by the Maintenance Supervisor and report conditions requiring maintenance or cleaning; Set up and operate machine tools to repair or fabricate machine parts, jigs, fixtures, or tools; Fabricate or repair counters, benches, partitions, or other wooden structures; Install equipment to improve energy or operational efficiency of buildings; Perform routine maintenance on boilers; Maintain curb appeal and provide grounds keeping services such as landscaping and snow removal; Refurbish vacancies within the time limit prescribed by the Maintenance Supervisor; Handle resident service requests within the timetable prescribed by the Resident Manager; Implement the company's Preventive Maintenance Program; Coordinate sub-contractors' work and inspect completed subcontractor work; Maintain shops, storage areas, etc. in a neat and organized manner; Inspect building daily for light bulb replacement, life and safety issues and hazards; Pick up supplies and run work-related errands for the Manager; Perform on-call duties after hours on a rotational basis; Other duties as trained for and qualified to do

Requirements

High School Diploma; Two to four years previous experience; Reliable; Strong problem-solving skills; Strong time management and organizational skills; Ability to accept responsibility and accountability for their actions; Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly; Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task; Ability to identify and correct conditions that affect safety; Ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-entity environment; Ability to multi-task and follow through; Ability to work under pressure; Ability to communicate effectively with others; Ability to actively listen to, convey, and understand the comments and questions of others; Ability to work effectively as a team contributor on applicable assignments; Ability to respond to others' needs in a timely and courteous manner; Excellent attendance; Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. regularly

Nice to have

Associate's Degree (two-year college or technical school); CAMT; HVAC Certification

Benefits

Paid time off; Medical plan options; 401K match with immediate vesting; Rent discount at BMC properties; Paid volunteer leave; Gym membership contributions; Company-wide social outings; Additional bonus incentives