Facilities Manager

$28.85 / hour

 

The Company

 

FirstService Residential leads the property management industry, with over 8,500 communities in the United States and Canada operating under our professional management services.

 

FirstService provides competitive salaries, top benefits, and career training, continually investing in our associates’ professional development, setting the bar for exceptional service. Our associates enjoy an inclusive work environment and a rich culture of collaboration and mutual respect.

 

Embark in a fulfilling career in property management with FirstService today.

 

Position Summary

 

This position assumes responsibility for the maintenance of a community or communities. Closely Monitors, identifies and communicates problems in every phase of general maintenance of the community, including areas of carpentry, electrical work, HVAC, plumbing, mechanic, painting, general hardware, other minor community repairs and cleanliness. Makes recommendations, performs repairs, replacement maintenance and implements preventive maintenance as established by Company procedures and guidelines.

 

Position Responsibilities

 

• Maintains a safe and secure environment throughout the property
• Supervises maintenance and housekeeping personnel, where applicable.
• Where applicable- plans, monitors, and appraises job results; coaches, counsels and disciplines associates in conjunction with Supervisor and General Manager.
• Assesses repair needs and estimated time needed for repair
• Monitors the functions of service contractors and community repair and maintenance contractors
• Inventories and acquisitions maintenance supplies
• Requests and /or purchases all maintenance supplies and materials in a cost efficient manner.
• Maintains disaster preparedness by identifying potential problems, developing response plans, managing crises
• Completes reports/work orders
• On-Call availability for emergencies and projects as assigned by Supervisor and/or General Manager
• Manages relationships vendors and contractors.
• Maintains shop, equipment rooms and storage areas in a neat, organized and secure condition.
• Actively participates in performing work order maintenance repairs
• Able to properly utilize new equipment and follow safety procedures prior to using this equipment
• Follows safety procedures and maintains a safe work environment.
• Other tasks and projects as assigned by management

 

Operating Skills, Knowledge & Abilities.

 

Education/Training: Previous maintenance supervisor or three years property management maintenance experience required.

 

Experience/Knowledge/Abilities: Must possess strong experience in supervising staff, strong interpersonal skills and strong working knowledge of customer service principles and practices. Must possess strong time management skills. Must be able to multi-task and operate in a fast-paced environment. Computer literacy required; Professional and working knowledge of MS Office application with emphasis on Excel and Word. On Call 24/7. Ability to respond to emergencies in a timely manner. Must be able to work flexible schedule and weekends as needed.

 

Physical Requirements: Constant need (66% to 100% of time) to be on feet.

 

Have constant need (66% to 100% of time) to perform the following physical activities:

 

• bend/stoop/squat/kneel - Perform routine maintenance/repairs, pick up tools and needed equipment
• climb stairs - Service requests, make-ready needs for apartments located on floors other than ground level
• push or pull - Move equipment, appliances, open and close doors, etc.
• reach above shoulders - Perform routine maintenance/repairs, stock and remove equipment, parts
• climb ladders - Perform routine maintenance/repairs
• grasp/grip/turning - Handle tools and equipment, perform routine maintenance and repairs, phone
• finger dexterity - Handle tools and equipment, perform routine maintenance and repairs
• writing/typing - Inventory maintenance, requisition requests, interoffice memos, required maintenance reports

 

Lifting/carrying (supplies, replacement parts, ladders, etc.):

 

• over 150 lb. - Rare need (less than 1% of time)
• between 75-150 lb. - Occasional need (1% to 33% of time)
• between 25-75 lb. - Constant need (66% to 100% of time)
• between 1-25 lb. - Constant need (66% to 100% of time)

 

Note: Lifting and carrying of weights exceeding 50 lb. is often best accomplished with assistance from one or more person.

 

Vision Requirements:

 

• Constant need (66% to 100% of time) to document maintenance and complete forms, review manuals and operating instructions, read cautionary labels, respond to written instructions from staff and residents. Constant need to see small detail when performing routine maintenance duties.
• Frequent need (33% to 66% of time) to see things clearly beyond arm's reach (oversee assistants, observe problems throughout property.)

 

Hearing Requirements: Constant need (66% to 100% of time) to communicate with home owners, vendors, and staff. Must have listening skills to diagnose needed repairs, etc.

 

Speaking Requirements: Constant need (66% to 100% of time) to verbally communicate with assistants, home owners, vendors, and staff.

 

Driving Requirements: Frequent need (33% to 66% of time) to drive; safe driving and maintenance of maintenance carts; and valid Texas drivers and insurance license required

 

Working Environment:

 

• Constantly indoors (66% to 100% of time.)
• Frequently outdoors, all conditions, often for extended periods (33% to 66% of time.)
• Occasional exposure (1% to 33% of time) to paint fumes, solvents, adhesives, etc.
• Frequent need (33% to 66% of time) to work in awkward and confining positions

 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

DISCLAIMER: This is not an all-inclusive job description; therefore, management has the right to assign or reassign schedules, duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.