Maintenance Tech

We are seeking a Maintenance Technician for our Meadville, PA property which consists of ranch style homes that are built and managed by a family owned company. No section eight housing.

Job Summary:

A Maintenance Technician with Universal Development Management is responsible for maintaining the physical integrity of their assigned property. The Technician assists with all aspects of the property's maintenance including the physical grounds, preventive, corrective, and emergency maintenance.

Technical Requirements:

A successful Maintenance Technician must demonstrate a basic understanding and knowledge of general maintenance, carpentry, painting, refurbishing, plumbing, electricity, and appliances.

Physical Demands and Requirements:

• Able to physically perform the following duties for prolonged periods of time
• Unassisted lifting up to 50 pounds-Bending-Walking-Kneeling
• Able to work on step ladders or extension ladders up to 30 feet
• Able to work in confined spaces, indoors and outdoors in all climates, and environments while adhering to company safety requirements

Essential Duties:

• Effectively communicate with residents, guests, visitors and staff
• Conducting maintenance work, service requests, punch-outs, preventative maintenance & seasonal projects
• Ensuring work is completed in a safe, prompt and professional manner
• Completing service requests and other job related documentation

Maintenance Responsibilities:

Maintenance Technician must have the ability to install, service, replace and repair the following items in a responsible and professional manner. These responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Vinyl and ceramic floor covering
• Countertops and cabinets
• Window screens and blinds
• Interior and exterior doors, moldings and trim
• Electrical fixtures, receptacles, breakers, switches and fuses
• Appliances such as stoves, dishwashers, refrigerators, washers and dryers
• Toilets, sinks, vanities and disposals
• Rodent control
• Gutters, down spouts and connecting hoses
• Minor drywall damages
• Removing bulk trash (including appliances)
• Clearing drains and sewer lines

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Basic proficiency of reading, writing and speaking the English language
• Maintenance experience preferred with a willingness to learn
• Ability to professionally represent the company in appearance and conduct
• Supply basic hand tools
• Maintain a valid drivers’ license and reliable transportation
• Able to work on-call (including after hours and weekends; on -call schedule rotates between several maintenance technicians)
• Have and maintain a clear criminal background check

Benefits:
Wage starts at $20 per hour and is negotiable based on experience

Quarterly Bonus

Additional Monthly Fuel Allowance

8 Paid Holidays, Vacation and Sick Time, Health Benefits (Medical, Dental & Vision), Employer matching 401K Plan

Universal Development has 50+ years of profitable success in building and managing residential real estate in PA and OH. Join our growing team today. Visit our website www.UniversalDevelopment.net to see local communities.