Property Assistant Jobs in Appleton, WI (NOW HIRING)

Job Summary: It is necessary to keep every property in its proper health and state. Maintenance Technician's will work closely with the on-site manager to provide the maintenance necessary to ensure that the property is being kept up to Diamond Property Management standards. 

Job Duties:

• Complete work order requests in a timely & effective manner.

• Make vacant units rent ready in a timely & effective manner.

• Remove snow from walkways in the winter using blowers and shovels.

• Perform general preventative maintenance, repairs, grounds & overall upkeep.

• Handle a variety of facility maintenance requirements, tasks and procedures.

• Perform daily maintenance of all common areas.

• Develop and monitor the required inventory system.

• Complete regular inspections as requested by the city, state, and the corporate office.

• Work with vendors in areas where work cannot be personally completed.

• Complete regular inspections as directed by the corporate office or local agencies.

• Respond to emergency maintenance issues that may arise.

• Work under the direction of the Regional Manager.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Additional duties, as may be assigned, to insure that the property is properly maintained.

• Conduct all business in accordance with company policies and procedures, state and federal laws; e.g., OSHA, ADA, Fair Housing, etc.

Job Qualifications:

• Related skills and experience in maintaining an apartment complex: HVAC, electrical, plumbing, painting, etc., good interpersonal skills, time management, and organization.

Work Hours:

• 40 hours per week. Weekends and after hours as circumstances and emergencies warrant.

Equipment/Machinery/Tools:

An Employee in this position must be knowledgeable and skilled in the safe use and maintenance of the following tools:

• Hand Tools: Various wrenches, hammers, grips, saws, sledgehammers, snips, posthole diggers, etc.

• Power Tools: Wrenches, grinders, sanders, drills, saws, etc.

• User-Moved Aids: Wheelbarrows, dollies, hand trucks, buckets, hoists, jacks, step ladders, full ladders, double ladders.

• Mechanical Equipment: Motors, pumps, compressors, blowers, electric and hand power augers, etc.

• Measuring Devices: Calipers, voltmeters, ohmmeters, testing meters, PH tests, gauges, etc.

Requirements

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Constant need (66% to 100% of the time) to be on feet.

• Have constant need (66% to 100% of the time) to perform the following physical activities: Bend/Stoop/Squat/Kneel Perform routine maintenance/repairs, pick up tools and needed equipment. Climb Stairs Service requests, make-ready needs for 2nd and 3rd floor apartments. Push or Pull Move equipment, appliances, open and close doors, etc. Reach Above Shoulder Perform routine maintenance/repairs, stock and remove equipment, parts, etc. Climb Ladders Perform routine maintenance/repairs. Grasp/Grip/Turning Handle tools and equipment, perform routine maintenance/repairs. Finger Dexterity Handle tools and equipment, perform routine maintenance/repairs.

• Constant need (66% to 100% of the time) to perform the following physical activities: Writing: Inventory maintenance, requisition requests, required maintenance reports.

• Lifting/carrying (supplies, replacement parts, ladders, etc.): Over 150 lbs. Rare need (less than 1% of the time) 75 - 150 lbs. Occasional need (1% to 33% of the time) 25 - 75 lbs. Frequent need (33% to 66% of the time) 1 - 25 lbs. Constant need (66% to 100% of the time)

NOTE: Lifting and carrying of weights exceeding 50 lbs. is often accomplished with assistance from one or more persons. Examples of heaviest items lifted include washer/dryers, refrigerators, A/C units, abandoned sofas, etc.

VISION REQUIREMENTS

• Constant need (66% to 100% of the time) to document maintenance and complete forms, review manuals and operating instructions, read cautionary labels, respond to written instruction from staff and residents. Constant need to see small detail when performing routine maintenance duties.

• Frequent need (33% to 60% of the time) to see things clearly beyond arm's reach (oversee assistants, observe problems throughout the property).

HEARING REQUIREMENTS

• Constant need (66% to 100% of the time) to communicate with assistants, office staff, vendors and residents. Must use listening skills to diagnose needed repairs, etc.

SPEAKING REQUIREMENTS

• Constant need (66% to 100% of the time) to verbally communicate with assistants, office staff, vendors and residents.

DRIVING/TRAVELING REQUIREMENTS

• Frequent need (33% to 66% of the time) to utilize personal transportation to pick up replacement parts and supplies from vendors, to travel between multiple Diamond Property Management properties, and to help assist in the pickup and delivery of supplies needed at the property.

• Rotation "on call" status may occasionally require expedient travel to assigned property at moment’s notice.

• Must have valid driver's license and automobile insurance coverage.