MAINTENANCE ASSISTANT - Ft Wayne, IN

Department: Property Management

Status: Non-exempt/Hourly

Reports to: VP of Property Management

RealAmerica has an immediate opening at our apartment communities located in Ft. Wayne, IN. We are looking for a team member that is driven by high expectations and great personal fulfillment. Do you thrive in a role where reliability and dependability are valued? Where you can make a difference in people’s lives?

We are an established multifamily Design, Development, Construction and Property Management group of companies with a primary focus on affordable housing. If you want a career with purpose, this is your industry.

Successful candidates will take pride in their work and be a team player.

Training/Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

EPA Designation/Certificate

Valid driver’s license and reliable private transportation

Experience/Skills

Two years maintenance/repair of HVAC, mechanical, electrical, plumbing and grounds maintenance in multi-family housing

Supervisory and training experience desired

Good oral and written communication skills

Math proficiency sufficient to assist in budget preparation, expense monitoring and other maintenance needs

Knowledge of Equal Housing Opportunity (EHO) requirements and applicable program regulations

Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds.

Must furnish own reliable transportation and maintain a valid driver’s license

Furnish own hand tools to perform normal maintenance repairs.

On call for emergency repairs/maintenance on designated weeks

General knowledge in all areas of apartment maintenance including but not limited to; plumbing, electrical, carpentry and painting.

Ability to operate all necessary tools/equipment to perform the essential function of the position

Demonstrated experience and working knowledge of OSHA standards and other environmental safety standards

Ability to perform a variety of duties in all types of weather

Furnish own hand tools to perform normal maintenance repairs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Include the following but are not limited to the job specifications contained herein. Additional duties or job functions that can be performed safely may be required as deemed necessary by supervisory personnel.

Complete service requests within a timely manner.

Perform preventative maintenance as outlined by Property Manager and the Unit Inspection policy.

Assist Property Managers with inspections when necessary.

Assist management with any other duty that is requested.

Pick up any trash seen on properties daily

Sweep curbs as requested.

Assist with snow removal as needed.

Maintain property curb appeal to include lawn care, curbs, sidewalks, parking lots and open breezeways.

Other duties as assigned

Dress Code: Appropriate attire, including safety equipment, uniform shirt

Contacts and Liaisons: The Maintenance Assistant will regularly communicate with all necessary RealAmerica Management Company employees, outside vendors and other individuals as deemed necessary to fulfill the responsibilities of the position.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: As with our Mission, Vision, and Values; DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) is always at the forefront of our operation. At RealAmerica we drive an inclusive culture that respects, encourages, supports, and celebrates the diverse voices of our employees.