Maintenance Apprentice -Landings at Port Imperial

As a Maintenance Technician Apprentice, you will train with one of our top property management teams to acquire the fundamental skills needed to become a successful Maintenance Technician. Under the general direction of the Maintenance Manager/Director, you will learn the fundamentals related to property maintenance - such as interior repairs, HVAC (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning), basic plumbing, basic appliances, and basic electric. During the 14-week training period, you will be introduced to Equity Residential techniques and concepts through on the job training and classroom courses. You will receive guidance and training from team members on ways to assess and respond to maintenance issues, develop rapport with residents by being both knowledgeable and friendly, and inspire trust by caring for our community and making our apartments feel like home. And the most exciting part: a successful completion of the program will result in promotion to Maintenance Technician.WHO YOU AREPassionate about Maintenance. You have a desire to learn more about the maintenance field and are quick to learn and apply new skills.Curious and Inquisitive. You ask questions, and have an appetite for understanding how things work.A Clear Communicator. You help residents and teammates understand the timeline and process for repairs.A Team Player. You are united with teammates in delivering the best experience to residents.Personable. You are respectful, pleasant to be around, and enjoy engaging with others.Level headed. You keep your cool during maintenance emergencies and quickly find solutions.Motivated. You invest extra energy to reach your goals.Solution-Oriented. You follow through on commitments, letting residents know they matter.Organized. You are flexible and able to juggle multiple priorities and interactions with residents and teammates smoothly.WHAT YOU'LL DOOn the Job TrainingPartner with assigned service team members to learn how to effectively and efficiently resolve resident service requests. Receive training to become familiar with general processes and technical concepts, related to the preparation of all market-ready apartments, which may include, but is not limited to, the following:Interior repairs: Make cosmetic repairs to finish carpentry, window coverings and wall coverings.Plumbing: Clear clogs, repair plumbing fixtures and attach/shut off water supply line.Appliances: Check for operation and install new appliances as needed.Electrical: Replace electrical components and other basic electrical tasksHVAC: Check for normal operation and perform preventative maintenanceObserve, learn, and understand a wide range of maintenance skills and processes while under the instruction of skilled technical staff.Learn to operate light equipment to perform basic repairs as instructed by a skilled technical staff.Demonstrate these skills and processes as the training period progresses by working independently or with a team to perform tasks as instructed.Perform maintenance tasks as instructed by training staff to gain hands-on experience and demonstrate proficiency.Learn computer software applications relevant to service team members, including MRI, ERNIE and Google Apps.Classroom TrainingLearn essential day to day operational functions, such as company policies, timekeeping, employee safety, accessing online information through Equity's intranet, email, and other various tasks as assigned.Complete e-learning training modules and instructor-led training in a timely-manner as instructed by training staff.Apply classroom knowledge to the workplace and upholds the company policies to ensure a positive and safe work environment for all team members.MiscellaneousCommunicate with team, asking for clarification and additional instruction as needed.Actively participate in training exercises and complete tasks in a timely fashion.Perform other duties or special projects as assigned.REQUIREMENTSGeneral ability to demonstrate mechanical aptitudeAvailability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and rotating on-call responsibility for after-hours emergenciesReliable and consistent form of daily transportation to and from work, including after hours for emergenciesComputer proficiency and frequent daily use of / proficiency with a Smartphone with updated software (either a personally owned or company-issued device)Excellent communication and interpersonal skillsAdaptability, willingness to learn, multi-tasking and sound decision making abilities are required and essential to the success of this rolePREFERRED EXPERIENCEHigh school diploma or equivalentTrade school and/or military trainingComputer proficiency is strongly desired.Salary: $23.90 / HourWorking for Equity Residential (EQR), a leading multi-family real estate investment trust (REIT), means living our purpose: creating communities where people thrive. It means striving to provide the best in apartment living, speaking boldly about new ideas for innovation, and inspiring creativity in the ways we work together.Our portfolio of high-quality properties in urban growth markets - New York City, Boston, Washington DC, Seattle, San Francisco, Southern California, and Denver - provides homes where people most want to live, work and play. We've got the best people in the business, as evidenced by our employee engagement scores and customer loyalty ratings. That's why our employees say they are proud to work at Equity, a company that gives our residents a place where they can Live Remarkably, and offers a culture where our employees have the opportunity to thrive.Equity RewardsWhen you join Equity Residential, you won't be treated as simply another employee - you will be considered a partner in our shared success. As such, we are committed to investing in your personal success through a benefits program that supports your Total Wellbeing.We recognize that everyone has different needs outside of work. That's why, in addition to a competitive benefits package (medical, dental, vision and paid time off), we offer many unique benefits options to employees, like a comprehensive wellness program, pet insurance, new parent benefits, and paid time off for community service projects. In addition to your next job, you can also find your next home with us! Rent discounts on Equity Residential apartment homes are available to our benefits-eligible employees. The amount of the discount offered is determined based on the market, ranging upwards from 20%. Learn more about our Total Wellbeing program here.Equity ValuesAt Equity Residential, like our residents, our employees come from everywhere. A richly diverse work environment captures top talent, cultivates the best ideas, and creates the widest possible platform for success. By focusing on inclusion, these differences are harnessed to create value - in ideas, business practices, relationships, and employee engagement. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to maintaining a diverse, inclusive and equitable work environment where our employees can thrive.All aspects of the employment process are merit-based. Every Equity employee is expected to maintain a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment. Equity Residential does not discriminate against any employee or job applicant because of race, religion, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, sexual/gender identity/expression, age, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation or related medical conditions), physical or mental disability, national origin, citizenship status, military (including uniformed service member or protected veteran) status, marital status, genetic characteristic or information, ancestry or any other characteristic protected by law. Equity Residential also prohibits retaliation against individuals who report harassment or discrimination, or participate in investigations into such conduct.