Maintenance Technician - Painting/Drywall Repair

Maintenance Technician (Painting/Drywall)

This maintenance technician role is responsible for conducting general maintenance, repairs and make ready with a primary focus on painting and drywall installation/repair, installing and finishing interior walls and ceilings in the apartment community and ensuring a smooth and even surface ready for painting or other finishes.

Essential Duties

• Covering trim, floors, furniture and other surfaces with masking tape, drop cloths and other protective coverings to keep them free of paint
• Finishing drywall after repairs; installing corner beads; taping and mudding corners and seams to both existing sheetrock and new sheetrock; sanding textures, priming and painting walls.
• Setting up ventilators and other safety equipment to protect Painters from unhealthy fumes
• Preparing surfaces to be painted by washing them, filling holes and cracks with putty and sanding them until they’re smooth
• Applying primer and other sealers to paint surfaces to ensure that paint sticks to them
• Mixing and matching paint, stain and other finishes to job specifications
• Applying paint, stain and other finishes to paint surfaces using paintbrushes, rollers or sprayers
• Maintaining an inventory of supplies like paint brushes, rollers and tarps
• Removing old finish using scrapers, chemical compounds or blowtorches
• Cleaning machines, equipment and work areas using water, solvents and other cleaning aids
• Reviewing and implementing work orders and assignments
• Removing and reinstalling fixtures (e..g, doorknobs, electric switch covers) as necessary
• Following safeguards, rules and regulations
• Assist maintenance team with unit turnovers and special projects as necessary
• Supporting maintenance efforts by assisting wth preventative maintenance program

Qualifications

• Working experience in hanging, installing, patching, repairing, finishing drywall including texture matching, and painting.
• General knowledge of all aspects of drywall maintenance repair and service
• Rough and finish carpentry skills
• Experienced in operating a variety of equipment, 
• Basic knowledge of repair to common appliances, and devices
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent manual dexterity and problem-solving skills
• Speaking spanish/English is a plus

Education
High school diploma or GED. This position requires the ability to accurately perform intermediate mathematical functions and the ability to understand and perform all on-site resident management software functions. 

Professional Experience
A minimum of three years of experience in residential property management and Lease Up

Attendance/Travel Requirements
40 hours a week, no travel.

Computer skills
Intermediate Computer/Microsoft Suites/Internet knowledge and working knowledge of Outlook, and  OneSite/Yardi

Physical Demands
Must be capable of physically accessing all exterior and interior parts of the property and amenities. Must be able to push, pull, lift, carry or maneuver weights of up to 50lbs. independently and 100 lbs. with assistance.

Learning & Development
Maintain a commitment to ongoing personal development and career growth through career path activities provided through the corporate office and external sources as needed.

Pratum prides itself on offering a competitive salary and extensive, market-competitive health and welfare benefits including:
Medical, Dental & Vision
Paid Vacation & Holidays
Paid Personal/ Sick Leave
Company Paid Life Insurance
Company Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
Supplemental Life Insurance (self, spouse, child[rem])
Retirement Savings Plan with company match
Company outings and events

This role is non-exempt and is eligible for overtime for all hours worked in excess of 40 per week. It has an anticipated hourly pay range of  $24-$26 an hour for a new employee depending on a number of relevant factors including individuals’ experience, qualifications, skills, abilities, client/property or company budgetary limitations/guidelines, and other job-related company and market considerations.  This position may be eligible to receive discretionary and/or performance-based bonuses on a spot or annual basis, which are variable depending on individual merit/performance, budgetary limitations, company performance, and other job-related factors.  this Full-time position (30+ hours/week) is eligible for 2 weeks paid vacation, 3 weeks sick and related leave, 11 paid holidays, and health & welfare benefits as outlined on the Company’s website. 

To learn more about our company and our benefits, go to: https://pratumco.com/careers/

Pratum Companies is committed to a diverse workforce and is an Equal Opportunity employer.