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This maintenance technician role is responsible for conducting general maintenance and repairs with a primary focus of painting and drywall installation/repair.
Essential Duties
Covering trim, floors, furniture and other surfaces with masking tape, drop cloths and other protective coverings to keep them free of paint
Finishing drywall after repairs; installing corner beads; taping and mudding corners and seams to both existing sheetrock and new sheetrock; sanding textures, priming and painting walls
Setting up ventilators and other safety equipment to protect Painters from unhealthy fumes
Preparing surfaces to be painted by washing them, filling holes and cracks with putty and sanding them until they’re smooth
Applying primer and other sealers to paint surfaces to ensure that paint sticks to them
Mixing and matching paint, stain and other finishes to job specifications
Applying paint, stain and other finishes to paint surfaces using paintbrushes, rollers or sprayers
Maintaining an inventory of supplies like paint brushes, rollers and tarps
Removing old finish using scrapers, chemical compounds or blowtorches
Cleaning machines, equipment and work areas using water, solvents and other cleaning aids
Reviewing and implementing work orders and assignments
Removing and reinstalling fixtures (e..g, doorknobs, electric switch covers) as necessary
Following safeguards, rules and regulations
Assist maintenance team with unit turnovers and special projects as necessary
Supporting maintenance efforts by assisting wth preventative maintenance program
Qualifications
Working experience in hanging, installing, patching, repairing, finishing drywall including texture matching, and painting
General knowledge of all aspects of maintenance repair and service
Rough and finish carpentry skills
Experienced in operating a variety of equipment,
Basic knowledge of repair to common appliances, and devices
Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
Excellent manual dexterity and problem-solving skills
Education
High school diploma, GED or Equivalent. This position requires the ability to read and write English fluently, accurately perform intermediate mathematical functions and understand and perform all on-site resident management software functions.
Professional Experience
A minimum of three years’ experience Painting and Drywall installation/repair. Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Must be able to speak to tenants and maintain good working relations with other staff members, tenants, and supervisor as well as any contract laborers working on the property.
Attendance/Travel Requirements
The position requires the ability to work any of the seven days of the week, 52 weeks of the year. Due to the property staffing limitations, it is extremely critical that individuals be able to work their scheduled hours on a consistent basis and, if necessary, overtime hours when requested. The position requires the ability to serve on-call, as scheduled or as necessary. Travel may be required at times to attend various company gatherings and trainings either in the general vicinity of the associates home property, or in another state.
Computer Skills
Basic computer/Internet knowledge
Physical Demands
Must be capable of physically accessing all exterior and interior parts of the property and amenities, push, pull, lift, carry or maneuver weights of up to 50lbs. independently and 100 lbs. with assistance
Learning & Development
Maintain a commitment to ongoing personal development and career growth though career path activities provided through the corporate office and external sources as needed.
Pratum prides itself on offering a competitive salary and extensive, market-competitive health and welfare benefits including:
Medical, Dental & Vision
Prescription Drug Program
Paid Vacation & Holiday
Paid Personal/ Sick Leave
Company Paid Life Insurance
Company Paid AD& D Insurance
Company Paid Short- Term
Company Paid Long-term Disability
Supplemental Life Insurance
Dependent Supplemental Life Insurance
Educational Assistance
Financial Planning
Retirement Savings Plan with company matching
Company outings and events
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Pratum Companies is committed to a diverse workforce and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Employment type
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