Maintenance Technician

PRG Real Estate is a privately-held real estate management firm that buys, improves and actively manages apartment rental communities in the Eastern United States. PRG is a financially healthy and nimble, 300+ person organization that owns and manages over 10,000 apartment homes.

PRG Real Estate is looking for an HVAC and EPA certified Part-time Maintenance Technician II to float in our Lexington, KY region, ensuring the timely and accurate fulfillment of all service requests and repairs. As our newMaintenance Technician, you’ll be responsible for troubleshooting systems ,completing preventative maintenance, and inspecting vacant units affirming turn overs are complete. Participates in on-call emergency rotation and responds to emergencies as needed. Our maintenance teams have a reputation for their integrity and willingness togo above and beyond for our residents. Your role is critical for maintaining our high level of customer service as well as the cleanliness and marketability of the community to renew and secure new leases.

* Adheres to standardized diagnostic approaches for preventative maintenance, system troubleshooting, HVAC systems, and electrical circuits * Participates in on-call emergency rotation and responds to emergencies as needed * Inspects and helps coordinate all needed make-ready repairs and services. Assists make-ready staff as required to meet deadlines * Utilizes maintenance software program to track work orders, inventory use, product replacement histories, and scheduled preventative maintenance * Maintains constant awareness of the community’s condition and immediately takes action to correct unsafe circumstances; e.g., broken gates leading to the pool, broken steps, open holes, broken/burned out exterior lights * Walks the grounds and common interior areas daily, removing litter and debris from lawns, planting beds, parking areas, sidewalks, ramps, and indoor spaces * Schedules and performs routine preventive maintenance on all appropriate equipment as directed by Maintenance Supervisor and Property Manager * Ensures tools and equipment are in optimum condition * Reports all major repairs to Maintenance Supervisor and Property Manager prior to any expenditure of funds * Conducts all business in accordance with company policies/procedures, Fair Housing, American with Disabilities Act, Fair Credit Reporting Act, and all other laws pertaining to housing

* Minimum of 2 years building maintenance experience or equivalent required * Refrigerant Transition and Recovery Certification (types I and II) * Knowledge of maintenance systems, including inventory control, preventative maintenance, and work order record keeping * Knowledge of mechanical systems and equipment including HVAC, landscaping, carpentry, painting, hydraulic systems, and electric motors * Proficiency in electrical troubleshooting of high and low voltage and the use of diagnostic equipment, including volt/ohm meters * Proficiency in plumbing repairs and troubleshooting * Ability to provide technical assistance to other maintenance associates * Ability to maintain high ethical standards * Organizational skills to enable effective management of multiple, shifting priorities * Ability to perform in a busy, changing, multi-tasking work environment * Ability to pay close attention to detail and adhere to strict deadlines * Ability to work overtime, evenings, weekends, or holidays as necessary * Valid driver’s license required * High School Diploma or equivalent experience required