Maintenance Technician - Garden City Apts.
Monroe Group
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Job Description
Summary
Under the supervision and direction of the Community Manager, this position is responsible for ensuring the overall physical aspects of the community meet the established standards for safety, appearance, and operation within the budgeted financial goal including, but not limited to, the interior and exterior of the building, plus all other areas related to the day-to-day function of the building and activity of the residence; oversees outside contracts and vendors.
Specific Responsibilities
- Performing general maintenance of HVAC, electrical, plumbing carpentry, drywall, appliances, exterior structure
- Performs property and unit inspections
- Maintains the property curb appeal and general cleanliness
- Schedules and maintains Make-Ready Board
- Purchasing materials & Budget Management
- Ensure that maintenance teams deliver Safe, Decent, and Sanitary Housing to all our residents
Where is the job located?
Houston, TX
Why join the Monroe Team?
Monroe Group is one of the country's fastest-growing affordable housing management companies with a portfolio of 90 affordable communities, 9,000 units in Twenty-six (26) States, and growing. Affordable Housing Finance magazine ranked Monroe's sister company, Steele Properties, the 8 affordable housing redeveloper in the nation (May/June 2020). We believe in building Teams, each voice is heard and valued!
Great benefits! Monroe Group offers medical, dental, and vision insurance including a Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account. We provide company-paid life insurance along with short and long-term disability insurance options, 11 paid holidays, vacation, sick time, and a 401k program with a 4% company match.
The pay rate based on experience is up to $20.00 per hour. $500 Sign-on Bonus and $1,500 Retention Bonus Available.
Requirements
REQUIREMENTS for consideration are:
- Previous experience in Apartment/ multi-family Maintenance
- English language proficiency (read, speak, and write)
- The ability to pass a full background check
EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE:
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- At least 1 year of maintenance technician including HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing, and appliance repair knowledge
- Experience in an affordable housing environment preferred
- Technical training and license preferred
Salary: $22.00- $23.00/hour
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General overview for this role type; specifics vary by employer.
Handyman work in Texas has no single license, but there are limits on what you can legally do without one. Electrical, plumbing, and HVAC work beyond minor tasks belong to licensed trades. A good handyman knows where that line is and stays on the right side of it. Pay is hourly or per job, and independent handymen who build a reputation and a client list can earn well through repeat and referral work.
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General overview for this role type; specifics vary by employer.
A handyman day is a series of varied jobs across one or several homes. You start by confirming the scope with each customer, then work through the list. Typical tasks include patching drywall, hanging shelves and fixtures, fixing doors and cabinets, sealing gaps, minor carpentry, and touch-up paint. You carry a broad tool set and stock common hardware so one trip covers most needs.
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What Handyman Jobs Pay in Houston
Based on Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data for Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX Metro Area (Maintenance and Repair Workers, General).
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX Metro Area. Median is about $22.46/hr.
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Career Ladder and Pay
- 1 Helper / Entry Handyman $38,584/yr
Learn a broad set of repair and maintenance tasks across trades.
- 2 Skilled Handyman $46,717/yr
Work solo across drywall, carpentry, doors, fixtures, and finishes.
- 3 Lead / Specialist $60,466/yr
Take on remodels and larger projects, coordinating licensed trades.
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Build a client list and run your own schedule and pricing.
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Grow into a repair or remodeling company with employees.
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