Real Estate Clerk jobs in Peoria, IL

Description

We are seeking a highly motivated Maintenance Technician to join our awesome team here at Fairlawn!? The ideal candidate will embody Fairlawn’s core values: Be Kind, Own It, Be Flexible, and Always Improve.??

We are currently searching for an experienced maintenance technician to work at The Villiage on University location. The overall objectives for this role will be to ensure all assigned maintenance and services activities are being addressed in an organized, high quality and timely manner, while providing top notch customer service. The ideal candidate will have superior attention to detail and the ability to directly handle a wide range of maintenance activities.

What will you do?

• Exemplify the core values of Be Kind, Be Flexible, Own it and Always Improve
• Directly handle a wide range of maintenance repairs including plumbing, appliances, electrical, roofing inspection/minor roof damage; recommend outsourcing tasks to external vendors as necessary
• Perform skilled maintenance and repair of complex mechanical, electrical, HVAC, and other physical structures
• Handle residence turnover including direct participation in turning units, obtaining bids from subcontractors, and small renovation projects
• Maintain good rapport with current and prospective residents
• Follow company policies with regard to gaining necessary approvals for any large maintenance tasks/expenditures
• Complete maintenance requests in a timely manner and document time, expense and results
• Regularly assess the property for safety and preventative maintenance opportunities
• Comply with all OSHA regulations and any applicable laws regarding health, safety or environment
• Assist Maintenance team in developing methods and procedures to improve facility efficiency and workflow
• Serve as one of the emergency contacts for the communities / Availability to be on-call and assist in after-hours emergency situation
• Learn and ensure compliance with all Fair Housing Laws including local, state, and federal housing regulations (We provide training!)
• Pivot, roll up your sleeves, and jump in where needed!

Why should you work here?

• Competitive Pay. We are ready to invest in you!
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance - Starting on the First Day of Employment - to access care for positive health outcomes and your overall wellbeing
• Employee-sponsored benefits including Short Term Disability, Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident, Flexible Spending, and H.S.A. Accounts to avoid costly medical expenses due to gaps and ensure that all your medical needs are met
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Match to invest in your future wealth and retirement
• Paid Vacation, Sick Leave, and Holiday Pay to help you reset and come back rejuvenated and refreshed
• Monthly company events to promote team cohesion
• Wellness Days to focus on being your best self. We want you to have time to disconnect and recharge in a way that works for you
• The opportunity to work for a growing organization where you are valued and can have a direct impact
• Quarterly off-site meetings with your manager to celebrate wins, issue solve and ensure you are set up for success. Plus, the process is rewarding, and the results are great for your career

Requirements

Who you are – We’d love to hear from you if you:

Maintenance Technician I

• Have a High School diploma or GED
• 1 year of work experience preferably in a maintenance, agricultural, or building service position
• Are proficient with relevant technology (e.g. Microsoft Office, AppFolio, Outlook) and can easily adapt to changing technology
• Valid driver’s license with at least 2 years of driving history
• Are comfortable using property management software (e.g. AppFolio, Yardi, Buildium)
• Have superior attention to detail, high energy, and a positive attitude
• Ability to work independently and also to work closely with other team members
• Embody our core values: Be Kind, Own It, Be Flexible, and Always Improve

Maintenance Technician II

• Have a High School diploma or GED
• Have at least 2 years of maintenance experience, preferably one year in the residential maintenance, property management, or real estate industry
• Valid Driver’s License with at least 2 years of driving history and the ability to successfully pass MVR background requirements according to company insurance driving policy
• Willingness to train new team members and gain certification
• EPA 608 Training or willing to obtain within 6 months of employment
• HVAC Certification, preferred
• Are comfortable using property management software (e.g. AppFolio, Yardi, Buildium)
• Are proficient with mobile applications utilization (e.g. Microsoft Office, AppFolio, Outlook) and can easily adapt to changing technology
• Have the ability to give and receive real-time feedback with a positive mindset
• Have excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Have superior attention to detail, high energy, and a positive attitude
• Ability to work independently and also to work closely with other team members
• Embody our core values: Be Kind, Own It, Be Flexible, and Always Improve

Some additional things you will need:

• Availability to be on call and assist in after-hours emergencies
• Availability to work longer hours and weekends during market turnover between July-September each calendar year
• Must be able to perform the physical functions of the position, not limited to: resident communications, ability to walk properties, complete physical inspections, deliver communications and show properties, ability to use both hands and feet to accomplish assigned work orders, and ability to stand, squat, push, pull, bend, and lift in all directions including overhead

Fairlawn Real Estate is a fast-growing real estate firm with 150 team members and 5,000 units throughout Central Illinois and Indianapolis. Our company uses the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) to run and help grow our business – the tools from EOS contribute to finding the right people and putting them in the right roles, effectively solving issues as they arise, and building a culture of accountability. In short, it gets everyone on the same page and working toward the same goals. If you have an ownership mindset and take pride in all the details, joining our team may be perfect for you!

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