Established in 1990, Owens Realty Services is a full-service commercial brokerage, investment, management, maintenance, housekeeping and environmental services company. Our comprehensive roster of services efficiently and economically manages the operation of sophisticated real estate investment portfolios, residential apartment and condominium complexes, government buildings, educational facilities, corporate campuses, high-profile venues and family entertainment parks in both the public and private sector. Owens Realty Services affiliates with significant industry associations to stay on the forefront of the development of new management models, marketing strategies, maintenance techniques and industry product lines. We integrate industry best practices to achieve the highest quality of service delivery for our clients.
With an emphasis on customized management plans, our services result in maintaining the maximum life cycles for critical capital investments, a healthy and clean environment for all building tenants and visitors, as well as substantial cost savings. Owens Realty Services saves our clients, on average, approximately $1.00 per square foot in operational cost savings.
Owens Realty Services portfolio includes over 25 million square feet of first class, high profile facilities in Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Rhode Island, North Carolina, and New York with a value of more than $8 billion in real estate net worth and $30 million in gross annual revenue. With over 1,000 industry professionals company-wide, our organization continues to experience extraordinary growth attributed to our overwhelming commitment and dedication to the absolute best and most innovative services in the industry.
Our employees experience a dynamic and rewarding place to work. We have a reputation for outstanding customer service, professionalism, teamwork, and exceeding client expectations. We consider the employees of Owens Realty Services and Owens Facility Services to be one of our most valuable resources. Our employees treat others in a friendly and courteous manner and have respect for other employees, tenants, visitors and our clients property.
Pay Rate: $24.00 - $25.00 an hour.
Weekly Hours: 40 hours, full-time.
Summary:
The Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining the safety, appearance, functionality, and reliability of a commercial office building. This position performs preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs, inspections, and tenant-service requests involving the building's mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, lighting, and life-safety systems.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Perform routine visual inspections HVAC, electrical, plumbing, lighting, and other building systems.
- Diagnose equipment malfunctions and complete minor-to-moderate repairs.
- Respond promptly and professionally to tenant maintenance requests.
- Monitor building automation and energy-management systems, where applicable.
- Inspect mechanical rooms, common areas, restrooms, exterior areas, roofs, and vacant suites.
- Replace filters, belts, lamps, ballasts, plumbing fixtures, hardware, and other building components.
- Complete minor carpentry, drywall, painting, ceiling-tile, and general building repairs.
- Assist with fire alarms, sprinkler systems, emergency lighting, elevators, generators, and other life-safety equipment.
- Coordinate and oversee work performed by outside contractors and service vendors.
- Support tenant move-ins, move-outs, office renovations, and special events.
- Maintain accurate work-order, inspection, maintenance, and equipment records.
- Monitor inventory and request replacement tools, parts, and supplies as needed.
- Follow all safety procedures, building policies, and applicable codes and regulations.
- Maintain clean and organized workshops, storage areas, and mechanical rooms.
- Assist with emergency response and participate in an on-call rotation when required.
- Perform other building-maintenance duties assigned by the Chief Engineer or Property Manager.
Education/Experience:
- High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma is preferred.
- The ideal candidate is dependable, service-oriented, and able to work independently while coordinating effectively with tenants, property management, contractors, and vendors.
Qualifications/Knowledge:
- Able to understand written and verbal instructions in English.
- Able to apply common sense understanding to follow instructions that were provided.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, climb, and work from ladders for extended periods.
- Ability to access rooftops, mechanical rooms, crawl spaces, and other confined or elevated areas.
- Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying temperatures and weather conditions.
- Ability to respond to after-hours building emergencies when scheduled.
We Look for Employees Who Will:
- Strive for professional excellence in the performance of their jobs.
- Understand and support the company's direction.
- Provide superior service to our customers and employees.
- Be flexible, innovative, and responsible to change.
- Manage human and financial resources wisely.
- Be a team player, helping others to succeed.
- Encourage open communication throughout the company.
- Treat all individuals with dignity and respect.
- Have pride in and sell Owens Realty Services to others.
- Be energetic and excited about their field of work and of others around them.
- Be able to go above and beyond what is expected of them.
- Be involved and enveloped in the entire business of our company.
Owens Realty Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status.
Owens Realty Services is a Drug-Free Workplace. Employment is contingent upon passing a pre-employment drug screening and background check.