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Community Maintenance Landscape Manager

Primary Function:

The Community Maintenance and Landscape Manager (the “CMLM”) will be primarily

responsible for overseeing the aesthetics of all Old Town residential communities which

includes amenity and landscape planning and installation for new communities, repair and

upkeep of existing communities, and general oversite of the various property owners’

associations in partnership with our third-party management vendors. In collaboration with

the Project Executive over Land Development, the CMLM owns the fulfillment &

maintenance of the design aesthetic for each community Old Town develops.

Contribution to Company Mission and Vision:

The CMLM shall work collaboratively to ensure that the Company continues to create

communities that flourish, while supporting the foundational principles of pursuing

outstanding locations and timeless designs. The CMLM shall maintain the integrity of the

Old Town brand in all aspects of their position while contributing to the values of gratitude,

ownership, perseverance, accountability and innovation.

Role Absolutes:

1. Be involved in landscape design & Lead long-term landscape maintenance of

the community

2. Manage Builders

3. Own the release of Maintenance Bonds

Primary Responsibilities:

Work with the leadership team to participate in early land planning exercises to understand the

overall needs of the community and inform planning based on existing communities.

Accomplish the stated project objectives within the stipulated time of all assigned

projects.

Ensure that all project requirements are completed; at the same time ensure that quality,

cost and time are properly managed.

Document and store lot conditions through pictures.

Secure competitive bids and make award recommendations of responsive/responsible

contractors.

Supervise subcontractors for compliance with construction documents, quality

requirements and critical path schedule.

Review/approve payment of subcontractor pay applications and purchase orders

Supervise Grounds Maintenance Manager for successful pre and post lot inspections & on-going

community maintenance for the remaining life cycle of the development, post

construction turnover

Assist in developing accurate cost projections; scope, budget and schedule.

Monitor and coordinate the work effort of all consultants and subcontractors to ensure

their scope of work is in conformance with the project budget, schedule, and development

guidelines.

Schedule maintenance and repairs, regularly inspect property to ensure it is in good

working order, quickly resolve emergency maintenance issues in coordination with the

Grounds Maintenance Manager.

Keep open dialogue with Owners on vacancies, tenants, physical condition of property and

financial issues.

Maintain property by investigating and resolving complaints, completing repairs, and

contracting with landscaping and snow removal services.

Participate in HOA meetings in support of the Community Manager role.

Support the Community Manager role in accurate budget creation and adherence to

operating budgets.

Architecture Review Board – attend bi-weekly ARB meetings and coordinate architectural

approvals in partnership with legal administrator.

Serve on ARB providing detailed input on all builder plan submissions to the board.

Review homebuilder landscape plans for approval for each community that Old Town

manages and confirm installation per plan.

Manage all property owner maintenance issues that fall outside of the HOA property

management services agreement.

Maintain building systems by contracting for maintenance services and supervising repairs

for all Old Town owned properties not managed by third party services (HQ, Field Office,

future development sites).

Provide accurate documentation, reporting, and data collection to ensure compliance with

any financial reporting requirements.

Maintain maintenance logs and report on activities per property/community.

Ensure health and safety policies are in compliance.

Attend weekly/monthly/quarterly project meetings with agendas that include status

updates and tasks to be accomplished.

Other duties as assigned

Education and Experience:

• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent required.

• Valid, unrestricted driver’s license and good driving record required.

• Minimum 5 years in construction, development design and/or land & site

development.

• Must be able to read, understand and evaluate civil engineering, dry utility, and

landscape plans.

• Good written, oral, organizational and math skills.

• Must possess professional attitude to represent the company in a positive manner.

• Ability to perform multiple detail-oriented tasks with simultaneous deadlines in a

professional matter.

• Knowledge in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) and Microsoft Project a plus.

• Excellent project management, organizational, time management, and planning

skills. Strong customer service skills are a plus.

Reporting:

The Community Maintenance and Landscape Manager will report directly to the Land

Development Project Executive.

Position: Maintenance Technician

Reports to: Direct: Property Manager

Indirect: VP, Engineering; Facilities Supervisor

Location: The Blairs, Silver Spring, MD

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Provide the highest level of customer service to existing and potential residents, demonstrated through both attitude and a sense of urgency to respond to customers’ needs. As the maintenance technician onsite, assume proactive and proprietary interest in for maintaining the physical asset of the property under the direction of the Property Manager with technical support from the Blairs Facilities Supervisor, Chief Engineer, and VP of Engineering.

As the maintenance technician on site, responsibilities include, (but are not limited to):

• Ensure timely completion of maintenance service requests.
• Record all maintenance and/or repair performed in accordance with the guidelines established by management or policy/procedure.
• Responsible for the vigilant pursuit of improvements or repairs needed on a proactive basis (without a service request assigned).
• Responsible for the coordination and recordation of all maintenance/safety related inspections (i.e., smoke detectors, water treatment, temperatures, etc.).
• Responsible for communicating any issue of concern, whether technical or customer oriented, to supervisors to ensure consistency in resolution.
• Monitor/walk vacant apartments weekly, or more often if directed, and complete make-ready process of vacant apartments in a timely manner. Ensure system data is updated upon completion and communicate with Property Manager upon completion.
• Monitor and manage inventory levels to include building has adequate stock for daily operations, working within prescribed budget and cost limitations.
• Ensure the maintenance shop is organized and maintained for efficiency, as well as for compliance to safety standards.
• Schedule, assist and monitor all work being performed by outside contractors. Ensure completion to Tower’s standards and expectations per the approved work order scope given.
• Assist with the Preventative Maintenance Program as scheduled and directed. Coordinate special projects as directed by the Property Manager or the VP, Engineering.
• Monitor and maintain all building systems. Communicate any systems issues or problems to the Property Manager as well as the Chief Engineer at the Blairs. If escalated, report major issues to the VP, Engineering.
• Complete grounds work as directed by Property Manager which may include picking up trash, sweeping curb and dumpster areas and maintaining landscaping beds and other areas and performing work within the parking garage and surfaces.
• Complete snow or ice removal prior to business hours, (7am) and treat walks and public surfaces to ensure safety for our employees and residents.
• Responsible for alerting the Property Manager of any unusual occurrence and/or damage that have taken place or that may occur.
• Complete payroll time sheets weekly to record working hours.
• Maintain a professional, courteous manner with all residents, vendors, contractors, and fellow employees.
• Assure safety standards are used which comply with all company, local, City, State and Federal guidelines.
• Ensure compliance of all work related activities in a fair, ethical, and consistent manner.
• Follow established company policies and those outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• Maintain a high rating, or high positive score for all customer reviews.
• This job requires exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly; You will often be exposed to elements, as there is some work required to be performed outside of the building. You will be required to reach, climb, bend, kneel, stoop, crawl, grip and use small and large motor skills.
• Special projects and other responsibilities as may be determined

Required skills and attitudes:

• Extremely strong customer service orientation and mindset. A natural desire to exceed the expectations of the residents of Blair Plaza (and flexible to assist throughout the Blairs District).
• Minimum of 1-2 years apartment maintenance experience with strong employment references.
• Basic maintenance skills, including basic plumbing, electrical, drywall, tile, carpet repair, etc.
• HVAC certification highly preferred; a willingness to obtain HVAC certification is required
• Strong communication skills, both verbally and in writing.
• A willingness to communicate issues as they arise and maintain a culture or transparency.
• This position requires a rotational shift of on-call duties after normal business hours.
• Must be able to respond to an emergency onsite within 30 minutes.
• Must be able arrive to work prior to normal business hours for emergencies, or snow or ice removal to ensure the safety of our residents.

Computer skills:

• Minimum of basic knowledge of computers
• Ability to use Outlook, Yardi
• Advanced knowledge of MS Word and Excel Preferred

*All candidates considered for hire must complete and pass a background check and drug test with outcomes that meet Tower’s standards for hire.

The Tower Companies is an equal opportunity employer and offers a collaborative and exciting work environment, competitive salary and excellent benefits, which include medical, dental and vision coverage, as well as a 401(k) plan.

• Ensure operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements on motors, conveyor systems, production and utility machines by following diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer's instructions and engineering specifications.
• Provide emergency/unscheduled repairs of production equipment during production and perform scheduled maintenance repairs of production equipment as equipment is made available.
• Perform mechanic skills including, but not limited to, mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic troubleshooting and repair of packaging, production and utility machines.
• Locate sources of problems by observing mechanical devices in operation, using precision measuring and testing instruments.
• Remove defective/damaged parts using items such as hoists, cranes, and hand and power tools.
• Adjust functional parts of machines and control instruments by using items such as hand tools, levels, plumb bobs, and straightedges.
• Fabricate repair parts by using machine shop instrumentation and equipment.
• Prepare and set up machinery for scheduled production runs as required.
• Work with and support Engineering during new projects and process improvement activities.
• Conserve maintenance resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish requisite tasks.
• Maintain continuity among work teams by documenting and communicating actions, issues and ongoing opportunities.
• Maintain safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules and regulations.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs if required, and dexterity to allow looking inside of machinery, panels, overhead, and potentially awkward positions or locations to assess equipment.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Technical, post high school training/schooling
• 7+ years of related experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment
• Food manufacturing experience preferred, but not required
• PLC experience, VFD experience highly preferred

• Warehouse & Production

• Ensure operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements on motors, conveyor systems, production and utility machines by following diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer's instructions and engineering specifications.
• Provide emergency/unscheduled repairs of production equipment during production and perform scheduled maintenance repairs of production equipment as equipment is made available.
• Perform mechanic skills including, but not limited to, mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic troubleshooting and repair of packaging, production and utility machines.
• Locate sources of problems by observing mechanical devices in operation, using precision measuring and testing instruments.
• Remove defective/damaged parts using items such as hoists, cranes, and hand and power tools.
• Adjust functional parts of machines and control instruments by using items such as hand tools, levels, plumb bobs, and straightedges.
• Fabricate repair parts by using machine shop instrumentation and equipment.
• Prepare and set up machinery for scheduled production runs as required.
• Work with and support Engineering during new projects and process improvement activities.
• Conserve maintenance resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish requisite tasks.
• Maintain continuity among work teams by documenting and communicating actions, issues and ongoing opportunities.
• Maintain safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules and regulations.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs if required, and dexterity to allow looking inside of machinery, panels, overhead, and potentially awkward positions or locations to assess equipment.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Technical, post high school training/schooling
• 7+ years of related experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment
• Food manufacturing experience preferred, but not required
• PLC experience, VFD experience highly preferred

• Warehouse & Production

• Ensure operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements on motors, conveyor systems, production and utility machines by following diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer's instructions and engineering specifications.
• Provide emergency/unscheduled repairs of production equipment during production and perform scheduled maintenance repairs of production equipment as equipment is made available.
• Perform mechanic skills including, but not limited to, mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic troubleshooting and repair of packaging, production and utility machines.
• Locate sources of problems by observing mechanical devices in operation, using precision measuring and testing instruments.
• Remove defective/damaged parts using items such as hoists, cranes, and hand and power tools.
• Adjust functional parts of machines and control instruments by using items such as hand tools, levels, plumb bobs, and straightedges.
• Fabricate repair parts by using machine shop instrumentation and equipment.
• Prepare and set up machinery for scheduled production runs as required.
• Work with and support Engineering during new projects and process improvement activities.
• Conserve maintenance resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish requisite tasks.
• Maintain continuity among work teams by documenting and communicating actions, issues and ongoing opportunities.
• Maintain safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules and regulations.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs if required, and dexterity to allow looking inside of machinery, panels, overhead, and potentially awkward positions or locations to assess equipment.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Technical, post high school training/schooling
• 7+ years of related experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment
• Food manufacturing experience preferred, but not required
• PLC experience, VFD experience highly preferred

• Warehouse & Production

• Ensure operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements on motors, conveyor systems, production and utility machines by following diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer's instructions and engineering specifications.
• Provide emergency/unscheduled repairs of production equipment during production and perform scheduled maintenance repairs of production equipment as equipment is made available.
• Perform mechanic skills including, but not limited to, mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic troubleshooting and repair of packaging, production and utility machines.
• Locate sources of problems by observing mechanical devices in operation, using precision measuring and testing instruments.
• Remove defective/damaged parts using items such as hoists, cranes, and hand and power tools.
• Adjust functional parts of machines and control instruments by using items such as hand tools, levels, plumb bobs, and straightedges.
• Fabricate repair parts by using machine shop instrumentation and equipment.
• Prepare and set up machinery for scheduled production runs as required.
• Work with and support Engineering during new projects and process improvement activities.
• Conserve maintenance resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish requisite tasks.
• Maintain continuity among work teams by documenting and communicating actions, issues and ongoing opportunities.
• Maintain safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules and regulations.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs if required, and dexterity to allow looking inside of machinery, panels, overhead, and potentially awkward positions or locations to assess equipment.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Technical, post high school training/schooling
• 7+ years of related experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment
• Food manufacturing experience preferred, but not required
• PLC experience, VFD experience highly preferred

• Warehouse & Production

• Ensure operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements on motors, conveyor systems, production and utility machines by following diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer's instructions and engineering specifications.
• Provide emergency/unscheduled repairs of production equipment during production and perform scheduled maintenance repairs of production equipment as equipment is made available.
• Perform mechanic skills including, but not limited to, mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic troubleshooting and repair of packaging, production and utility machines.
• Locate sources of problems by observing mechanical devices in operation, using precision measuring and testing instruments.
• Remove defective/damaged parts using items such as hoists, cranes, and hand and power tools.
• Adjust functional parts of machines and control instruments by using items such as hand tools, levels, plumb bobs, and straightedges.
• Fabricate repair parts by using machine shop instrumentation and equipment.
• Prepare and set up machinery for scheduled production runs as required.
• Work with and support Engineering during new projects and process improvement activities.
• Conserve maintenance resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish requisite tasks.
• Maintain continuity among work teams by documenting and communicating actions, issues and ongoing opportunities.
• Maintain safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules and regulations.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs if required, and dexterity to allow looking inside of machinery, panels, overhead, and potentially awkward positions or locations to assess equipment.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Technical, post high school training/schooling
• 7+ years of related experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment
• Food manufacturing experience preferred, but not required
• PLC experience, VFD experience highly preferred

• Warehouse & Production

• Ensure operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements on motors, conveyor systems, production and utility machines by following diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer's instructions and engineering specifications.
• Provide emergency/unscheduled repairs of production equipment during production and perform scheduled maintenance repairs of production equipment as equipment is made available.
• Perform mechanic skills including, but not limited to, mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic troubleshooting and repair of packaging, production and utility machines.
• Locate sources of problems by observing mechanical devices in operation, using precision measuring and testing instruments.
• Remove defective/damaged parts using items such as hoists, cranes, and hand and power tools.
• Adjust functional parts of machines and control instruments by using items such as hand tools, levels, plumb bobs, and straightedges.
• Fabricate repair parts by using machine shop instrumentation and equipment.
• Prepare and set up machinery for scheduled production runs as required.
• Work with and support Engineering during new projects and process improvement activities.
• Conserve maintenance resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish requisite tasks.
• Maintain continuity among work teams by documenting and communicating actions, issues and ongoing opportunities.
• Maintain safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules and regulations.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs if required, and dexterity to allow looking inside of machinery, panels, overhead, and potentially awkward positions or locations to assess equipment.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Technical, post high school training/schooling
• 7+ years of related experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment
• Food manufacturing experience preferred, but not required
• PLC experience, VFD experience highly preferred

• Warehouse & Production

• Ensure operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements on motors, conveyor systems, production and utility machines by following diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer's instructions and engineering specifications.
• Provide emergency/unscheduled repairs of production equipment during production and perform scheduled maintenance repairs of production equipment as equipment is made available.
• Perform mechanic skills including, but not limited to, mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic troubleshooting and repair of packaging, production and utility machines.
• Locate sources of problems by observing mechanical devices in operation, using precision measuring and testing instruments.
• Remove defective/damaged parts using items such as hoists, cranes, and hand and power tools.
• Adjust functional parts of machines and control instruments by using items such as hand tools, levels, plumb bobs, and straightedges.
• Fabricate repair parts by using machine shop instrumentation and equipment.
• Prepare and set up machinery for scheduled production runs as required.
• Work with and support Engineering during new projects and process improvement activities.
• Conserve maintenance resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish requisite tasks.
• Maintain continuity among work teams by documenting and communicating actions, issues and ongoing opportunities.
• Maintain safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules and regulations.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs if required, and dexterity to allow looking inside of machinery, panels, overhead, and potentially awkward positions or locations to assess equipment.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Technical, post high school training/schooling
• 7+ years of related experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment
• Food manufacturing experience preferred, but not required
• PLC experience, VFD experience highly preferred

• Warehouse & Production

• Ensure operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements on motors, conveyor systems, production and utility machines by following diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer's instructions and engineering specifications.
• Provide emergency/unscheduled repairs of production equipment during production and perform scheduled maintenance repairs of production equipment as equipment is made available.
• Perform mechanic skills including, but not limited to, mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic troubleshooting and repair of packaging, production and utility machines.
• Locate sources of problems by observing mechanical devices in operation, using precision measuring and testing instruments.
• Remove defective/damaged parts using items such as hoists, cranes, and hand and power tools.
• Adjust functional parts of machines and control instruments by using items such as hand tools, levels, plumb bobs, and straightedges.
• Fabricate repair parts by using machine shop instrumentation and equipment.
• Prepare and set up machinery for scheduled production runs as required.
• Work with and support Engineering during new projects and process improvement activities.
• Conserve maintenance resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish requisite tasks.
• Maintain continuity among work teams by documenting and communicating actions, issues and ongoing opportunities.
• Maintain safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules and regulations.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs if required, and dexterity to allow looking inside of machinery, panels, overhead, and potentially awkward positions or locations to assess equipment.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Technical, post high school training/schooling
• 7+ years of related experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment
• Food manufacturing experience preferred, but not required
• PLC experience, VFD experience highly preferred

• Warehouse & Production