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divh2Maintenance Technician/h2pThe Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing general maintenance tasks including work orders, unit turns, maintaining the grounds, curb appeal, clubhouse, amenities, and other common areas at one or more properties to assist preserving the asset and to provide a quality living environment for the residents. This position reports to the Community Manager, General Operations Manager or Maintenance Supervisor./ppstrongWhat You Will Do:/strong/pulliPerform routine and preventive maintenance on building systems, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and appliances. Repair and maintain interior and exterior features of the property, including doors, windows, walls, flooring, and fixtures. Respond to maintenance requests from residents, ensuring timely and efficient resolution of issues./liliPrepare vacant units for new residents, including painting, cleaning, and repairing or replacing damaged or worn items. Ensure that all units meet the communitys standards for cleanliness and functionality before new residents move in./liliConduct regular inspections of the property, including common areas, equipment, and building systems, to identify maintenance needs. Implement and follow a preventive maintenance schedule to reduce the likelihood of equipment failure or costly repairs./liliRespond promptly to emergency maintenance requests, such as plumbing leaks, electrical outages, or HVAC failures. Be available for on-call duty as required, including evenings, weekends, and holidays./liliEnsure that all work is performed in accordance with safety regulations, building codes and report any safety hazards or compliance issues to the Maintenance Supervisor, Community Manager or General Operations Manager./liliMaintain an adequate supply of tools, equipment, materials necessary for daily operations and assist in keeping the maintenance shop organized and stocked./liliComplete work orders and other required documentation in a timely and accurate manner while maintaining SightPlan or tracker records of maintenance work, inspections, and repairs./liliOther duties and tasks may be assigned as needed, in addition to those listed above./li/ulpstrongWhat You Will Need:/strong/pulliHigh school diploma or GED equivalent. 2+ years of property management industry or related experience./liliHVAC and/or CPO license preferred./liliProficient knowledge of electrical, plumbing, and appliance repair with hands-on experience. Knowledge of environmental/industrial hazards (i.e., asbestos, lead, mold, radon) as they apply to residential housing./liliAbility to utilize a personal smart device for apps related to property operations and communication. General understanding of the Microsoft Suite, property management software./liliAbility to read, write, and speak English. Proven organizational and time management skills./li/ulpstrongWhat The Job Requires:/strong/pulliOperates in a fast-paced work setting both indoor and outdoor. Requires the ability to multitask and adapt quickly to changing priorities. May involve tight deadlines and high-energy work situations./liliInvolves frequent interaction with clients or customers. Requires effective communication skills and a professional demeanor. Work environment may include client offices, meeting rooms, or other external locations./liliThis role requires a five-day onsite workweek that likely includes weekend coverage. This position must be available to be on-call when requested and promptly respond to work order requests during assigned periods, except during meal periods and rest breaks during which time employee is relieved of all duties./liliRequires continuous physical effort, including heavy lifting (over 50 pounds). Involves frequent standing, walking, bending, and other strenuous activities. May require the ability to operate heavy machinery or perform physically demanding tasks regularly./liliOccasional travel to various locations for meetings, projects, client visits, or on-site work./li/ulpstrongWhat You Will Bring To The Table:/strong/pulliNo formal supervisory responsibilities in this position./liliCommunicates basic technical or factual information with colleagues and/or immediate Managers who are familiar with job area./liliProblems encountered are routine, somewhat repetitive and generally solved by following clear directions and defined procedures. Requires limited ingenuity and evaluation to perform varied and semi complex tasks./liliModerate - decisions generally affect own job and results of own job area./li/ulpAll full-time regular associates are offered competitive salaries, experience career growth, and are eligible for benefit packages that include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, 401k employer match, excellence rewards, wellness programs, and much more. With our 12 paid holidays and 15 PTO days, work/life balance is a priority! Additionally, most positions are eligible for a housing discount of 20%./ppEssex provides great communities in which to live, work and invest. We are a purpose-driven company, and we pride ourselves on promoting an internal culture of growth and opportunity by engaging, enabling, and empowering our teams. Working at Essex is not a destination. It is a journey where you can confidently build your career./ppThe pay range for this position is $21.15 - $30.29 per hour. New hires generally start between $21.15 - $25.96 per hour. The final salary offer will be determined after reviewing relevant factors, including but not limited to skill sets; relevant experience; internal equity; and other business and organizational needs./p/div