Property Maintenance Technician

Property Maintenance Technician Job Description

Inspect buildings, equipment and appliances for functionality, checking for faults and fixing them where they exist to keep all things running and functioning properly; also, make provision for replacement of old and damaged appliances

Create and implement property maintenance policies and standards to serve as guide to other property workers in a bid to prevent misuse of property appliances which could result to damage

Develop and maintain a good relationship with contractors, vendors, and site workers to get the best bargains on property repairs, supplies, and maintenance

Ensure that properties are safe and void of any danger to their occupants, visitors, and workers by putting away harmful objects and equipment, and putting in place machinery to handle emergencies, such as fire outbreaks; and create exit routes with proper direction for easy location during emergencies

Diagnose problems with appliances and facilitate their prompt repairs for the convenience of property users, and carry out repairs on minor problems, such as light fixtures, clogged toilets, leakages, peeling wall and furniture

Check electrical wiring for accuracy and compliance with regulatory standards to avoid accidents

Maintain open communication with property owners, liaising with consultants and property managers for information regarding operations, renovations, and authorizations

Clean and prepare vacated buildings and rooms, getting them ready for new occupants to move in

Design plan and schedule for works to be executed on properties

Requirements – Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities – for Property Maintenance Technician

The following are the skills and knowledge usually required for applicants for the position of maintenance technicians on property:

• Mechanical skills: The maintenance technician is required to have mechanical skills to handle repairs and fixtures
• Knowledge of electricity: Knowing how electricity works will help the technician to diagnose electrical problems and carry out minor repairs
• General maintenance skills: With good maintenance skills, the technician will know how things work and how to keep the place organized, as well as how to tackle maintenance tasks in a fast and easy manner
• Verbal and written communication skills: The property maintenance technician needs to have strong communications skills for effective delivery of information to clients, colleagues, and management
• Know how to order the materials