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Maintenance Technician
Job Code:2024-WCS-027
Actual Job Location:AVEC-901 H Street Northeast
FT/PT Status:Regular Full Time
Open Date:3/13/2024
  
POSITION SUMMARY:
WC Smith is seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician to join our team at AVEC on H Street. This individual is responsible for the successful execution of maintenance tickets and addressing resident maintenance concerns. Our Maintenance Technicians are passionate about providing high quality service to residents, and are critical in maintaining our properties to the highest standard. As a Maintenance Technician, you are excited about working with your hands, love learning how things work, and truly enjoy providing exceptional service to promote resident satisfaction.
 
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

      Completing and submitting work tickets on time and upon completion
      Maintaining the security of the property by ensuring building and apartment doors are secured
      Maintaining the required property uniform and assuring the professional appearance and attitude at all times
      Being courteous, helpful, and neat when working in apartments
      Assisting in completion of preventative maintenance schedules of equipment and operating systems
      Appliance repair (washer, dryer, dishwasher, refrigerator, microwave, oven, garbage disposals)
      Assisting in maintaining the inventory of tools, equipment, and supplies
      Notifying the manager of needed maintenance and repair on the property
      Keeping workshops and utility rooms in a clean and orderly condition
      Assisting in readying vacant apartments for leasing
      Assisting in snow removal at the property as required
      Assumes responsibility for after-hour emergencies (on-call)
      Performs all other duties as assigned

      CAREER EXPERIENCE:
      Minimum of 2+ years’ experience in residential property maintenance, preferred but not required.
      Must be available for on-call emergencies on a rotating schedule; living within 30 minutes of the property preferred.
      Must have demonstrated knowledge of basic maintenance and repair and the tools and equipment used in performing it.
      Knowledge of maintenance and repair tasks, tools and equipment in any of the following areas, as required: GE brand appliances, plumbing, electricity, locks, carpentry, painting, fire alarm panels.
      Aware of and operate within OSHA (Occupational Safety & Health Act) standards.
      High school diploma or equivalent desired. 
      Must be able to stand for long periods of time (8 hours or more per day) to perform the following physical activities: bending, climbing step ladders, lifting, carrying, grasping, gripping, turning, reaching above shoulders, pushing and pulling climbing stairs; stooping and squat kneel.


      NICE TO HAVES:
      HVAC License
      Type 1 CFC Certification
      Plumbing, Electric & Appliances certifications

      BENEFITS:
      Health Insurance 
      Dental Insurance 
      Vision Insurance
      401k Plan with company match 
      Ten paid holidays 
      Commuter Benefits
      Employee Assistance Program 
      Free parking 

      About WC Smith

      WC Smith is a leading multidisciplinary real estate company firmly grounded in the District of Columbia.  We have provided integrated real estate services to the DC metropolitan area for over 50 years, developing and managing a portfolio in excess of 10,000 units of residential real estate.   Founded in 1968, WC Smith has built a reputation as one of the most capable and respected property management and development organizations in the area. 

      What sets WC Smith apart from other firms is our holistic approach to community building. We believe it takes more than attractive housing and office buildings to sustain neighborhoods, and over the past 50 years we have developed a successful model for creating and maintaining healthy communities.  Our projects uniquely combine the city’s long-term vision for growth with our residents’ vision for how a community best serves their needs and desires.  We are committed to the viability and sustainability of the neighborhoods we create and to the well-being of the people who live there inhabit them.

      We are looking for self-starters and go-getters who demonstrate the resourcefulness, enthusiasm, and relationship building skills essential to offering the best level of service and communication to clients and team members.  Our employees enjoy a friendly work environment in the rapidly developing Capitol Riverfront area, a focus on personal and professional wellness, and opportunities for professional growth. 

      WC Smith is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. Employment decisions are made based on business needs, qualifications, and merit. If you need assistance or accommodation, you may reach us at careers@wcsmith.com or 202-465-7075.

      WC Smith does not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third party recruiting agencies in response to job postings or otherwise. Placement fees will not be paid to any recruiter unless WC Smith has an active agreement in place with the recruiter and such a request has been made by the Talent Acquisition team and such candidate was submitted to the WC Smith Talent Acquisition Team via our Applicant Tracking System. Any unsolicited resumes or other data submitted to WC Smith in violation of this policy may be used by WC Smith without obligation to pay any fees of any kind to the recruiter. Any recruiting agencies or third parties interested in future partnership, please contact careers@wcsmith.com. Failure to comply, could impact future potential partnership.