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Hines · 4 hours ago

Service Technician

US-NY-Tuckahoe

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$24/hr - $28/hr

2+ years exp

Hines is a leading global real estate investment manager known for its innovation and excellence. As a Service Technician, you will oversee technical and mechanical work at the community, ensuring compliance with Hines standards and policies while performing a variety of maintenance tasks.

Property ManagementReal EstateReal Estate Investment

Growth Opportunities

Responsibilities

Complete assigned work orders generated from requests in a timely manner

Oversee the property grounds and other amenities by performing general cleaning such as trash and debris disposal, pressure wash breezeways and pool areas, and painting curbs and signage as needed

Be proactive in diagnosing the issues with the property and provide solutions that are in accordance with established Hines policies, standards, and code requirements

Identifies areas for improvement and provides suggestions to improve overall efficiency and productivity

Prepare vacant apartment homes for leasing and new move-ins via inspection, identify what requests are needed, scheduling with contractors and vendors as needed, and complete all maintenance tasks

Appropriately handle all documentation and other paperwork in a complete fashion without disrupting other service requests

Practice proper safety techniques with all mechanical or electrical equipment malfunctions, reporting any injuries, accidents, or other safety issues to the appropriate contact

Support cost-cutting and expense control programs by verifying parts are up to standards for repair rather than a complete replacement when possible

Follows guidelines for the proper and safe usage of hand, power tools, testing equipment, and safety devices and other items, as well as make sure items are returned

Notify the supervisor about any items needed and evaluate what needs to be re-ordered without being wasteful

Generally competent in understanding and following all current emergency procedures

Adjust and operate the fire alarm and life safety systems

Functional knowledge of the Hines policies and standards

Operate, adjust, perform maintenance and repairs on all mechanical, appliance, electrical, plumbing and HVAC related equipment

Successful completion of all required training programs within required timeframes

Possess computer skills to administer the work order programs and building operations

Compute basic mathematical equations

Qualification

EPA Type I & II certificationHVAC knowledgePlumbing knowledgeElectrical knowledgeGeneral carpentry knowledgeComputer skillsMultitasking abilitiesInterpersonal skillsAttention to detail

Required

General knowledge of plumbing, electrical, general carpentry, HVAC, and appliances

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Attention to detail, organization, and strong multitasking abilities

Ability to work an on-call schedule and overtime as business needs deem appropriate

Work indoors approximately 80% of the time and outdoors approximately 20% of the time

Use olfactory, auditory, and visual senses

Work standing all day

Lift 25 lbs. or more

Climb up and down stairs and ladders

Access remote work areas and confined spaces (i.e., crawl spaces, roofs)

Use full range of manual dexterity (i.e., sitting, squatting, bending, kneeling, walking, and lifting)

Meet the shift working requirements of the assigned property; shifts may include early mornings, late evenings, weekends, and some holidays

Successful completion of all required training programs within required timeframes

Possess computer skills to administer the work order programs and building operations

Compute basic mathematical equations

Preferred

High school diploma or equivalent from an accredited institution preferred

Two or more years of property maintenance or related industry experience

EPA Type I & II or Universal certification strong preferred for refrigerant recycling

When applicable, obtain required city and/or government licenses or permits, i.e.: The EPA certification for refrigerant recycling, Pool & Spa Operator