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Now Hiring: Maintenance Specialist


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Perform Maintenance & Repairs:

  • Conduct general maintenance on occupied rental homes, including plumbing repairs, electrical fixture replacement, and carpentry (hanging doors, drywall patching, painting).
  • Troubleshoot and evaluate the best long-term solutions for repairs, prioritizing cost-effective and lasting fixes.

Property Inspections:

  • Inspect vacant properties to determine the scope of work needed to prepare them for new tenants.
  • Perform regular inspections of occupied properties, identifying any deferred maintenance, resident non-compliance, and general condition for review by the Property Manager.
  • Coordinate and perform lead-safe assessments, including documenting areas of peeling paint and ensuring repairs are made ahead of official inspections.

Housing Authority Inspections:

  • Meet with Section 8 and other housing authority officials to conduct inspections, ensuring all repairs are completed to pass safety and compliance standards.

Work Order Management:

  • Manage work orders through the iPad-based system, logging repair details, tracking time, and documenting repairs with before and after photos.
  • Communicate with residents to schedule repairs and provide timely updates on service appointments.

Compliance & Safety:

  • Follow company safety procedures, including adhering to the dress code and minimizing risks in the workplace to protect both residents and team members.
  • Participate in technical training, including company-sponsored federal Renovation, Repair, and Painting (RRP) certification.
  • Support the company’s emergency repair schedule, responding to after-hours repair requests as needed.

Results:

  • Properties are maintained to ensure they are safe, appealing, and meet all required housing standards.
  • Work orders are completed promptly, within designated timeframes, ensuring that all properties remain in optimal condition, minimizing downtime for rental turnover.
  • Properties meet Section 8 and other housing authority inspection standards, and lead-safe certifications are obtained, reducing risk and liability for the company.
  • Actively contribute to a team-oriented environment, sharing knowledge and collaborating with other maintenance staff to ensure smooth operations.

Requirements:

  • Strong knowledge of basic maintenance including plumbing, electrical, appliance repairs, HVAC, and carpentry
  • Excellent customer service skills
  • Respectful communication towards others
  • Valid driver’s license able to be added to company insurance
  • Ability to perform job responsibilities with minimal supervision
  • Ability to lift or to move up to 75 pounds.

To Apply:

Please contact Allen Slusher (419) 277-4399 or aslusher@laplanterealestate.com to discuss your qualifications and to set up an interview.

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