Responsibilities

POSITION SUMMARY: Essex Property Trust, Inc. is a fully integrated real estate investment trust (REIT) that acquires, develops, redevelops and manages multifamily properties in selected West Coast communities. We are seeking an experienced renovation professional to be a member of an in-house renovation team in the remodeling of apartment interiors. The role will participate as part of a team in primarily kitchen and bath renovation efforts on multiple properties and have an active role in construction activities, procuring material, scheduling with the property/operations, reporting status, and communicating with supervisors. The position will be based on-site and primarily working at 3 properties: The Commons, The Carlyle, and Montclaire. PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES: - Participate as a member of an on-site construction team actively involved in day to day interior renovation activities. - Fundamental knowledge in most areas of residential construction including but not limited to: - On-site installation of cabinets, doors, door hardware and cabinet re-face. - Installation and repair of laminate countertops. (Tile and stone experience preferable) - Plumbing fixture installation of sinks, faucets, disposals, angle stop valves, toilets and bathtubs. - Electrical fixture installation of light fixtures, ceiling fans, outlets, GFCI and light switches - Ability to prep and paint using paint sprayer, rollers, paint brush and masker. - Knowledge of hanging drywall, small patch repairs, texture, mud and tape. - Finish carpentry installation of door casings, bi-fold doors, by-pass doors, passage doors, and baseboards. - Interact with material vendors and any sub-contractors to assure timely renovation execution and quality of work. Monitor work to assure all work follows plan, contract, scope of work, etc. - Participate in material and supply management for renovation and any activities related to the team which can include work site and vehicle management. - Participate in project meetings with construction manager and any other relevant parties at frequent intervals to discuss problems, progress, and coordination of work. - Provide daily and weekly status of work and maintain high level of communication to Construction Manager and other corporate liaisons via phone, email and memo/ letter. - Knowledge of equipment operating policies and procedures to ensure safety. Conduct monthly equipment checks to ensure equipment is functioning properly. - Compliance with company standards as defined in the Policies and Procedure Manual and applicable laws, e.g. Fair Housing, Landlord Tenant, OSHA, and EEOC.

Qualifications:
- The candidate must be able to work independently and have great interpersonal and communication skills; possess strong project scheduling skills; familiar with construction; and some working knowledge with MS Excel, MS Word, MS Outlook (use iPhone) - High school diploma or equivalent. - 2 years’ experience working in interior residential construction or related field. - Strong verbal and written communication skills, knowledge of business correspondence. - Be able to read a tape measure, read blue prints, understand basic math, and understand fractions and decimals. - Possess good time management skills. For example; be able to handle a wide variety of tasks and demands in a timely and safe manner. - Must possess good organizational skills by keeping daily work schedules current to make sure projects are completed on time and under allotted budget. - Maintain a clean and professional appearance, practice safe work procedures and maintain a clean working environment at all times. - Basic computer skills, including working knowledge of Outlook, Word, and Excel. - Valid Driver’s License and ability to travel to multiple sites required.

Job Requirements:
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS - Job requires mobility (i.e. climbing stairs, lifting, bending down, kneeling, climbing/standing on ladders) to perform construction related activities - Requires manual dexterity sufficient to operate small-motorized equipment (i.e., repetitive hand/wrist, gripping and elbow motion) - Must have normal range of hearing, vision, color discrimination and depth perception for proper operation of machines and equipment - Job requires the use of hand and power tools as it relates to the interior renovation of apartment units. Essex offers a comprehensive benefits package that reflects how much we value our associates and their families:For regular full-time associates regularly scheduled to work at least thirty (30) hours per week:• Medical, Dental, Pre-tax flex plan, Basic life insurance, Supplemental life, Short- and long-term disability, Accidental death insurance plans.For part-time and full-time associates:• Employer-matching 401(k) plan that offers financial planning and independent brokerage services.• Wellness Program, 24-hour Employee Assistance, Service awards and Paid time-off.