Service Technician - Apartment Maintenance - Fairfax, VA

Job Description

Join Kay Apartment Communities’ service team at our 199-unit apartment community in Fairfax, VA. Kay’s service department is responsible for maintaining the physical integrity of our properties and is committed to providing exceptional customer service and a comfortable living experience for our residents.

The service technician reports to the community manager and is under the supervision of the service manager/supervisor or engineer.

Responsibilities

Provide exceptional customer service and effectively communicate with residents, guests, visitors and staff within company policies and Fair Housing laws.

Complete all property maintenance work, service requests, turnovers, building inspections and preventative maintenance, as requested.

Service, repair, replace and install items such as:

Stoves, refrigerators, dishwashers, disposals, fixtures

Toilets, sinks, vanities, faucets, diverters

Drains (use of K-50, K-1500, K-38)

Electrical circuits, receptacles, switches and fuses

Light fixtures & ceiling fans

Countertops, cabinets and general carpentry

Window screens and blinds

Interior and exterior doors

Vinyl and ceramic floor covering

Complete service and repair requests in a safe, prompt and professional manner

Prepare apartments for move-in, on a specified schedule

Perform preventative maintenance tasks as required by the community

Maintain all company-owned equipment in good working condition

Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

Minimum 3-5 years of apartment maintenance experience, including but not limited to plumbing, electrical, appliances, carpentry, minor HVAC work.

Experience in apartment turnovers

Adhere all to safe work practices

HVAC and CFC certifications preferred

Ability to work independently and professionally

Excellent organizational, communication and customer service skills

Able to work on-call (respond to emergency calls within 30 minutes) and when needed, extended hours (including after hours and weekends)

Maintain a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation

Must have own hand tools

Bilingual in English and Spanish a plus

Our exceptional benefits package

Medical & dental insurance

Paid holidays

Vacation/sick leave

401(K) retirement savings plan

Life insurance

Overtime pay

Annual bonuses

Rent discount

Training

Pre-employment requirements

Criminal background check

Kay Apartment Communities is an Equal Opportunity EmployerCompany Description

Kay Apartment Communities has been a locally-recognized multifamily owner and manager in the Washington Metropolitan area for over 50 years. Our portfolio includes more than 12,000 apartment homes in 32 communities located throughout Maryland and Virginia. Kay offers a competitive compensation, an exceptional benefits package, extensive training and career growth opportunities. We welcome you to join our team!