Full-Time Property Maintenance | Studios435

About Southwest Equity Partners
Since 2006, Southwest Equity Partners has been connecting tenants with multi-family and commercial properties throughout San Diego, California. Each and every day, we exceed both our resident’s and client’s expectations by embodying our mission statement and living our core values.
Southwest Equity Partners prides ourselves on building long-term relationships with a people-first attitude. We are committed to delivering an exceptional rental experience for our tenants and giving our investment property owners peace of mind when it comes to the management of their investments.
Job Offer & Position Description
Position Title: Property Maintenance Technician
Reports to: Community Manager, Director of Property & Resident Services and Maintenance Manager
POSITION PURPOSE
Under the supervision of the Director of Property & Resident Services and the Maintenance Department leader, the Property Maintenance Technician is responsible for overseeing and assisting in all areas of maintenance at a specific Southwest Equity Partners’ property. This position is classified as a Regular, Full-Time Hourly Non-Exempt Position.
The role manages all maintenance tasks and work orders at the specific property. The Property Maintenance Technician drives implementation of company best practices in alignment with client goals and objectives to deliver a well-managed and maintained building.
The Property Maintenance Technician’s responsibility is to maintain a luxurious appearance of the community while providing excellent customer service and repairing and executing resident service requests. You will perform maintenance tasks of great variety relating to service requests and upkeep of our multi-family property. The Property Maintenance Technician is a thorough professional with a practical mind and attention to detail. The ideal candidate will be able to work autonomously and responsibly by observing all health and safety guidelines. The goal is to maintain the buildings and common areas in the best possible condition.
Responsibilities
Manage the appearance of the facility
Responsible for the day-to-day work order completion and facility operations of the facility(s), including janitorial, life-safety, engineering, site services, and general maintenance are implemented and carried out in a manner consistent with policies and client directives.
Supervise all maintenance programs relating to the interior and exterior conditions and appearance of the properties
Respond promptly to requests for building maintenance, repairs, cleaning needs, etc. from building occupants and for the implementation of ongoing contract programs to address and resolve needs and problems
Compile information necessary to ensure all site-specific documentation and reports are completed accurately and on time, including (and as applicable): Property Information Book, Site Operating Manual, Emergency Procedures Manual, Local Code Compliance Log, ADA Compliance Log, OSHA Log, Safety Meeting Log, Elevator Logs, Janitorial Log, Purchase Order Log, Vendor Certificates of Insurance, As-built Drawings, IIPP Manual, Paid Invoices File, General Files, Contract Files, Annual Property Conditions and Year- end Performance Report and other reports and documentation as required
Proactively inspect the facility, systems, rooms, common areas, etc. and report back any findings or issues to the Director of Resident Services.
ACCOUNTABILITY
Communication Proficiency (oral and written – English required, Spanish preferred)
Technical Proficiency
Problem Solving/Analysis
Leadership
Teamwork Orientation
Relationship Management
Vendor Management
Qualifications Required
Minimum 5 years’ relevant experience, preferably in commercial or industrial real estate with facility management experience required
3 years of Supervisory Experience
Experience in maintenance, construction, engineering, and all facets of property operation and building management preferred
Appliance repair experience
Housing Required - the employee is required to live on-site as a condition of employment. An apartment is offered at a rent of $1,000 per month (including all utilities). Employee is required to pass a residential / tenant-level background check to take this position.
Additional Eligibility Qualifications
Licenses and permits for electrical, plumbing or general contracting a plus (not required)
Ability to read and understand construction specifications and blueprints
Skilled in Building Management Systems maintenance and monitoring
Excellent computer and systems knowledge; strong literacy in Microsoft Office Suite (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Knowledge of Property Management Software (AppFolio or other similar platform)
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
This job operates in both a resident’s private environment and a professional environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, as well as standard and specialty maintenance equipment. May be required to travel outside in varying weather conditions to collect supplies.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, climb, or crawl. The employee may lift and/or move up to 30 pounds and sometimes move up to 60 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move larger objects as needed. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in outside weather conditions. The employee frequently must climb, step on standard ladders while fixing external light fixtures and other high areas. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The employee must occasionally wear a protective mask, gloves and goggles while cleaning.
Compensation
$26.00/ hourly
Annual Performance Bonus eligible
401(k) plan participation eligible with company matching
Health Insurance:
100% of health insurance covered for the employee, dependents are responsibility of the employee
50% of dental insurance covered for the employee, dependents are responsibility of the employee
Vision insurance is available, 0% is covered by the employer
$30 per month allowance for cell phone usage (reimbursed in arrears)
Housing: a discounted apartment unit is provided for $1,000 per month. Living onsite is a requirement of the position.
WORK SCHEDULE
Start Date: TBD
Hours: Monday – Friday, 7am to 3:30pm
Nights/Weekends/Additional Hours as required and directed by supervisor.
Daily Work schedule is subject to business demand and is flexible so long as certain targets and performance standards are being met.
Location: 435 13th Street San Diego, CA 92101

Skills
Excel, Vendor Management, Documentation

Experience
5+ yrs

Work arrangement
Yes