Join Our Team at Van Buskirk Companies!

Are you a skilled Commercial Maintenance Technician, looking for a full-time opportunity to showcase your talents and be a part of a stable, yet growing company? Look no further! Van Buskirk Companies is currently seeking a dedicated and experienced Commercial Maintenance Technician to join our Commercial Property Maintenance team.

As a Maintenance Technician you’ll play a vital part in ensuring the smooth operation, maintenance, and repair of Van Buskirk Companies’ commercial properties while maintaining high standards and exceptional customer service.

What You’ll Do:

• Building Maintenance: Perform general and preventive maintenance and repair work across VBC’s commercial properties. Assist with HVAC and refrigeration systems. Repair and maintain locks, keys, and access systems.
• Landscape and Groundskeeping: Conduct lawn and landscaping tasks, such as mowing, trimming, planting, weeding, watering, minor sprinkler repairs, and snow removal.
• Clean-up: Perform daily clean-up duties, such as trash removal and litter control from property grounds and parking lots.
• Tenant Request: Respond to tenant service calls, ensuring efficient and exceptional customer service.
• Service Records and Inventory Management: Maintain accurate records of maintenance time and activities, and inventory supplies. Research and source materials from cost-effective vendors.
• Cost Accounting: Use electronic systems to record and track maintenance time and costs for billing purposes.

What We’re Looking For:

• High school diploma or equivalent; additional technical certifications are a plus.
• Minimum of 1 year of relevant maintenance experience, preferably in commercial property management or a similar role.
• Valid driver’s license and insurance for frequent travel between job sites.
• Proficiency in general maintenance methods, including the use of hand and power tools.
• Working knowledge of construction trades, including carpentry, plumbing, painting, and mechanical systems.
• Ability to read technical manuals and drawings to diagnose and troubleshoot issues.
• Resourceful problem-solving skills and adaptability to unconventional challenges.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to safety protocols.
• Professional verbal communication skills for courteous and responsive interactions with tenants, vendors and colleagues.

What You’ll Need:

• Physical ability to see, hear, and consistently lift and carry up to 50 lbs. (up to 100 lbs. with assistance).
• Mobility and endurance for frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling and ladder climbing.
• Manual dexterity and skilled hand-eye coordination to operate tools and equipment.
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors, including in extreme weather conditions.

What We Offer:

• Competitive compensation with opportunity for career development and growth
• Full benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Accounts, and Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k) with Safe Harbor Company Match
• Short-Term Disability and Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance
• PTO, holidays, bereavement, and more
• Monday–Friday schedule with occasional weekends as needed
• Supportive and collaborative work environment

Who We Are

VBC Homes is part of Van Buskirk Companies, a family-owned company with an excellent reputation that spans over 55 years. Our vision is “To create an extraordinary real estate experience that builds dreams and develops community.” We are a full-service real estate and construction company known for our commitment to excellence, strong customer relationships, and investment in our people.

Our Core Values:

• Integrity: We take pride in doing the right thing and build trust with each interaction.
• Teamwork: We value one another and our customers as partners and commit to shared success through positive communication, collaboration, and action.
• Excellence: We continuously learn and grow our capabilities to bring our best work, every day!
• Community: We are united to make a positive impact and build strong relationships where we work and live.
• Innovation: We think creatively to develop unique solutions to complex challenges.