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Maintenance Technician
Job Code:2024-WCS-087
Actual Job Location:Park Chelsea-880 New Jersey Ave SE
FT/PT Status:Regular Full Time
From Salary:26.00
To Salary:29.00
  
POSITION SUMMARY:
WC Smith is seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician with a minimum of 2 years' experience to join our team at our team at Park Chelsea, at the Collective in the Capitol Riverfront/Navy Yard in Washington, DC. This individual will be responsible for the successful execution of maintenance tickets and addressing resident maintenance concerns. 

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PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Courteous, helpful, and neat when working in occupied apartment homes
• Complete and submit service requests on time and upon completion
• Assist in the completion of preventative maintenance schedules of equipment and operating systems
• Maintain a working knowledge of troubleshooting solutions and repairs to HVAC systems and heat pumps.
• Notify the manager of needed property improvements and necessary maintenance repairs on the property
• Assist in turning over vacant apartments for marketability and move-in ready status
• Assumes responsibility for after-hour emergencies (on-call) at the direction of the manager
• Ensure the property is secure by ensuring building and apartment doors are latched and all locking mechanisms are in working order
• Assure a professional appearance by maintaining and wearing the required property uniform at all times
• Conduct all work-related activity in strict accordance with Fair Housing Guidelines
• Provide exemplary customer service to all residents, prospective residents, guests, and contractors
• Performs all other duties as assigned

REQUIREMENTS:
• At least 2 years’ experience in residential property maintenance, or equivalent, such as hotel or hospitality.
• Must have demonstrated knowledge of basic maintenance and repair and the tools and equipment used in performing it.
• Knowledge of maintenance and repair tasks, tools, and equipment in any of the following areas, as required: plumbing, electricity, locks carpentry, painting, fire alarm panels, landscaping, and plant care.
• High school diploma or equivalent desired.
• EPA 608 Universal CFC certification required, or the ability to be obtain certification within 90 days of employment.
• Experience with compressors and appliance repair a plus.
• Pool maintenance certification a plus.
• Must have basic computer skills.
• Must be able to be on call and work weekends as needed.
• Must be able to stand and/or walk for long periods of time (8 hours or more per day)
• Must be able to perform the following physical activities: bending, climbing step ladders, lifting, carrying, grasping, gripping, turning, reaching above shoulders, pushing and pulling, climbing stairs; stooping and squatting/kneeling.
• Experience working on a class A property preferred. 

BENEFITS FOR FULL-TIME EMPLOYEES (AVERAGE OF 30 OR MORE HOURS PER WEEK):
• Health Insurance. 
• Dental Insurance. 
• Vision Insurance.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• Life Insurance and AD&D.
• Short-term and Long-term Disability.
• 401k Plan with company match. 
• Paid Time Off.
• Ten paid holidays 
• Pre-tax Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program 
• Legal Insurance.
• Free parking 

ABOUT WC SMITH
WC Smith is a leading multidisciplinary real estate company firmly grounded in the District of Columbia.  We have provided integrated real estate services to the DC metropolitan area for over 50 years, developing and managing a portfolio in excess of 10,000 units of residential real estate.   Founded in 1968, WC Smith has built a reputation as one of the most capable and respected property management and development organizations in the area. 

What sets WC Smith apart from other firms is our holistic approach to community building. We believe it takes more than attractive housing and office buildings to sustain neighborhoods, and over the past 50 years we have developed a successful model for creating and maintaining healthy communities.  Our projects uniquely combine the city’s long-term vision for growth with our residents’ vision for how a community best serves their needs and desires.  We are committed to the viability and sustainability of the neighborhoods we create and to the well-being of the people who live there inhabit them.

We are looking for self-starters and go-getters who demonstrate the resourcefulness, enthusiasm, and relationship building skills essential to offering the best level of service and communication to clients and team members.  Our employees enjoy a friendly work environment in the rapidly developing Capitol Riverfront area, a focus on personal and professional wellness, and opportunities for professional growth. 

    WC Smith is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. Employment decisions are made based on business needs, qualifications, and merit. If you need assistance or accommodation, you may reach us at careers@wcsmith.com or 202-465-7075.

    WC Smith does not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third party recruiting agencies in response to job postings or otherwise. Placement fees will not be paid to any recruiter unless WC Smith has an active agreement in place with the recruiter and such a request has been made by the Talent Acquisition team and such candidate was submitted to the WC Smith Talent Acquisition Team via our Applicant Tracking System. Any unsolicited resumes or other data submitted to WC Smith in violation of this policy may be used by WC Smith without obligation to pay any fees of any kind to the recruiter. Any recruiting agencies or third parties interested in future partnership, please contact careers@wcsmith.com. Failure to comply, could impact future potential partnership.