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Bell Partners Senior Maintenance Technician in University Place, Washington
Join Bell Partners and be a difference maker.
At Bell Partners, our mission is to be the apartment company of choice by creating value and honoring commitments to our residents, partners, and associates. We proudly serve our community of 85,000+ homes across 13 states and the District of Columbia. As stewards entrusted to contribute with care and appreciation, our 2,000 associates succeed in a dynamic space where everyone impacts. We take pride in producing outstanding results and fostering a work environment that allows everyone to contribute to their fullest potential. We rise above industry standards when every associate embraces their unique role and seizes the opportunity to make an impact.
As a Senior Maintenance Technician with Bell, you will perform a wide variety of maintenance, repair, grounds keeping, and other interior and exterior maintenance duties for the community with a staff of at least 3 Maintenance Technicians under the supervision of the Maintenance Supervisor. This position performs routine maintenance and repair on community equipment that includes plumbing, light bulb replacement, A/C maintenance, electrical, carpentry, and mechanical repair.
What we can offer you:
Opportunities for career growth
Total rewards benefits package
Family health insurance, 401(k) match, Vacation, Personal Days, and Sick time
Customized training programs
Associate referral bonus plan
Diverse, equitable, and inclusive work environment
A culture that empowers you to make a difference
What you’ll do to make a difference:
Always show respect for residents and community staff, providing excellent customer service
Perform routine interior and exterior community maintenance as scheduled and requested (may include painting, snow/ice removal, gutter cleaning, replacing filters, working with trash compactors, etc.)
Respond to all repair requests and maintenance concerns from residents and staff
Report equipment malfunctions or breakdowns as well as any hazardous conditions to the Maintenance Supervisor in a timely manner
Maintain resident privacy and receive proper authority before entering resident apartments
Ensure that all maintenance items are kept in a safe area to prevent injuries
Attend in-service training and education sessions, and follow all safety/OSHA requirements
Work with vendors as instructed, such as landscaping, painting, asphalt, etc.
Regular attendance and punctuality
What you bring to our team:
Demonstration of Bell Core Values
Minimum of 18 years of age
High school degree or equivalent
1-3 years of previous maintenance experience desired preferably in a similar facility
Basic understanding and ability to repair HVAC, plumbing, electrical, basic carpentry, and mechanical systems
HVAC, EPA and/or CPO certifications may be required in many communities based on staffing levels
Exceptional customer service and interpersonal skills
Ability to successfully work on a team
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Availability to work days, evenings, weekdays, and weekends
Physical requirements of the job:
Walking, bending, reaching, climbing, and lifting to 30 lbs.
Ability to work with mechanical and electrical equipment, as well as hazardous materials
Must be comfortable with heights and moving heavy objects
Compensation Range
Hourly: $28.00 - $30.00
Incentive compensation opportunities are available and are performance based.
About Bell Partners
Our purpose at Bell Partners is to create communities our residents are proud to call home. We currently own or manage over 85,000 homes in North America and continue to grow. Our people are the most important part of our company. We believe in building a culture that encourages our associates to invest in and serve one another, while pushing each other to take risks, allowing us to grow together and make a difference.
Join Bell to be a difference maker. Apply today!
Bell Partners reserves the right to amend this job description at any time. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such, we recognize our responsibility to embrace and promote Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) throughout all aspects and levels of our organization including talent recruiting and retention, training, workplace culture, and community engagement.