Service Technician 1, Meridian Eisenhower

SERVICE TECHNICIAN

Are you looking to use and grow your technical and maintenance skills in the residential apartment industry? Paradigm, an award-winning property management company, has transformed the greater Washington, DC area with multi-family residential properties that focus on smart growth, public transit, community spirit and uncompromising customer service. We offer our employees a family-friendly work environment and believe in promoting from within.

We are seeking a Service Technician to join our service team. Our technicians are responsible for assessing and completing work orders for repairs and improvements. You will play a key role in helping us maintain and enhance the value of our luxury apartment community in Alexandria, VA.

What the Service Technician will be doing:

• Completing service requests to include electrical, plumbing, appliance repairs, carpentry, painting and HVAC repair. 
• Preparing apartments when residents move out to new residents moving in, ensuring our company’s quality standards are met.
• Handling on-call service rotations; weather related work and emergency support as needed. 
• Assisting with overall maintenance operations and special projects as directed.
• Helping the community meet the expectations of our residents, visitors and owners by working with other maintenance and property department team members to create a positive environment for residents, visitors and staff.

What the Service Technician will need to succeed:

• Residential maintenance experience preferred to include basic plumbing, electrical, painting, general appliance, and carpentry skills. HVAC cert a plus.

• Medium-heavy work requiring prolonged/repeated standing, walking, climbing, and kneeling and working at varying degrees of heights; lifting 100lbs max, frequent lift/carry up to 50 lbs. 
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in all types of weather.
• Strong customer service skills, as well as good communication skills. 
• Reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, and auto insurance; access to property within 30 minutes for on-call requests.

What we offer our Service Technicians:

• Pay range:  $21 - $23 per hour.
• Comprehensive Medical with multiple Dental and Vision options.
• Health Savings Account with employer contribution.
• 401(k) plan with employer match and generous vesting schedule.
• Paid Time Off leave, escalating with length of service.
• Recognition awards and employee referral bonuses.
• Housing rental discount and free on-site parking during work hours.
• In-house professional training and a ‘Promote from Within’ company culture.