Maintenance Technician - Fort Lauderdale

As a Maintenance Technician at Lessen, your duties will include responding promptly to work order requests, performing timely and professional maintenance, overseeing contractor work, purchasing necessary supplies, and addressing preventive maintenance in plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and appliance repairs. Your role will significantly contribute to our mission of providing excellent customer service and maintaining high-quality property management standards.

To apply for the Maintenance Technician position at Lessen, you should have a minimum of 3 years of experience in property management maintenance or related trades. Familiarity with plumbing, electrical, and carpentry work is essential. Additionally, having a current driver’s license, automobile insurance, and the physical ability to lift heavy items (up to 75 lbs) is required for this field-based role.

Absolutely! At Lessen, we believe in promoting from within and providing career advancement opportunities. As a Maintenance Technician, you can look forward to potential growth into positions like Lead Technician or Field Maintenance Manager, allowing you to expand your skills and responsibilities while advancing your career.

Working as a Maintenance Technician at Lessen comes with competitive pay and an array of benefits, including health, dental, vision, and life insurance options. You’ll also enjoy a 401K retirement savings plan, paid vacation and holidays, maternity/paternity pay, and a monthly tool allowance to ensure you have everything you need to succeed.

Lessen is committed to the growth and safety of its team members. As a Maintenance Technician, you will receive OSHA training and access to our other resources, ensuring you are equipped with the skills and knowledge required to perform your role safely and effectively.

When answering this question, be sure to highlight your relevant experience, focusing on specific tasks you handled, such as repairs, maintenance projects, or any special techniques you employed. Connect your skills directly to the requirements Lessen is looking for and demonstrate how your experience has prepared you for this role.

A good response here would involve outlining your organizational methods, such as using a task management system or prioritizing based on urgency and client needs. Emphasize your ability to stay organized and provide excellent customer service under pressure, showing how this aligns with Lessen's emphasis on quality over quantity.

Share a specific challenge you encountered, describe the steps you took to address it, and the eventual outcome. This will showcase your problem-solving skills and resourcefulness, which are critical traits for a Maintenance Technician at Lessen.

Talk about your attention to detail, any checklists you use, or methods you have developed to ensure all work meets high standards. You might mention previous experiences where quality assurance made a significant difference in client satisfaction.

Mention any specific tools or technologies relevant to the maintenance work you’ve done, particularly focusing on how they've allowed you to be effective and efficient. Relate this to Lessen’s focus on technology in property management.

Emphasize the role that excellent customer service plays in client retention and satisfaction. Share examples or personal beliefs that showcase how you prioritize client relationships, aligning your values with Lessen's commitment to high-quality service.

Discuss the resources you utilize, such as professional organizations, continuing education, or online courses that keep you informed of new technologies and regulations in the property maintenance field. This portrays that you take your role seriously and are proactive in your professional development.

Affirm your enthusiasm for the brand and express your alignment with its values. Discuss your specific skills and experiences that directly match the job description. A personal anecdote related to providing excellent service will also help to illustrate your fit.

Choose a project where you successfully managed all phases, from planning to execution. Explain the objective, what challenges you faced, and how you ensured quality work, leading to a positive outcome. Highlighting a successful project will position you as a competent candidate for Lessen.

Detail your knowledge of safety regulations and procedures you follow in your work. Discuss specific training you’ve received that pertains to safety standards, and provide examples of incidents when your adherence reduced risks. Lessen values safety, so demonstrating this competency is crucial.