$500 Sign On Bonus

Company Overview

Foundation Communities (FC) is a local, homegrown nonprofit. Founded in 1990, we provide affordable, attractive homes and free on-site support services for thousands of families, veterans, seniors, and individuals with disabilities. We offer an innovative, proven model that empowers our residents and neighbors to achieve educational success, financial stability, and healthier lifestyles. We own and operate 26 communities all over Austin and in North Texas.

In compliance with Foundation Communities’ duty to provide and maintain a workplace that is free of known hazards, Foundation Communities is requiring all employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 unless they request and receive a reasonable accommodation.

JOB SUMMARY: The Lead Maintenance position ensures all vacated apartments are thoroughly restored to market ready status, and that service requests are completed in a timely manner.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES

• Monitors and replaces lights as necessary.
• Repairs and/or replaces windows, latches, screens, hinges, sliding glass doors, shelves, smoke alarms, baseboards, mirrors, closet doors, ceiling fans, mini blinds, faucets, sink plugs, washers, holes in the walls, and hangs drapes.
• Repair all appliances and reports problems to Community Manager.
• Monitors and changes locks, and make keys as necessary.
• Performs exterior repairs to sinks and bathtubs, and minor repairs and replacement of bathroom tile.
• Required to be on-call.
• Supervises maintenance staff and schedules work to be performed.
• Performs other tasks assigned by supervisor.
• Additional duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS

Lead Maintenance Technician: Works on assignments that are complex in nature where considerable judgment and initiative are required in resolving problems and making recommendations. May determine methods and procedures on new assignments and may provide guidance to other nonexempt personnel. 4-6 years of practical experience with demonstration of required skills. Make-ready experience helpful with advanced knowledge of pools, plumbing, electrical, etc. Fair housing training and certification for Apartment Maintenance Technician preferred. Additional Certifications preferred. HVAC Certification required. Must have knowledge of OSHA requirements. Drywall and painting experience is preferred for smaller properties.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the following functions are required:

CONSTANTLY: standing/walking, bending/stooping/squatting, pushing/pulling, grasping/gripping, reaching above the shoulder, climbing, lifting between 0 and 25 pounds.

FREQUENTLY: coordination of hand/eye/foot, finger dexterity, lifting between 26 and 50 pounds. OCCASIONALLY: lifting over 100 pounds.

Working Conditions: An occupational exposure to blood or other potentially infectious materials can be expected. May be asked to clean up bodily fluids with appropriate training and personal protective equipment provided.

Position Information: This is a full-time, benefits eligible position that pays $22.00 per hour. Benefits include employer paid health benefits, 401(k) investment opportunity, Employee Assistance Program, paid vacation, holiday, and sick time. $500 Sign On Bonus (1/2 payable upon hire; half payable after 90 days). The Lead Maintenance will report to the Property Manager.

Foundation Communities is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation & gender identity.

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