Maintenance Lead Technician at Seattle University

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Maintenance Lead Technician 

Reports To:  Director of Operations  

Location:  Cornish Commons at Seattle University 

Compensation : $35.00- $37.00 per hour and a comprehensive benefits package

FLSA Status: Non-exempt 

 

Summary:  

The Maintenance Lead is responsible for coordinating and supervising the work of contractors in the general maintenance and upkeep of building facilities and equipment for the student housing community. Duties include but are not limited to general maintenance, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, advanced supervision of all major trades and facility compliance, participation in emergency after-hours on-call rotation, budget management and resident satisfaction. Projecting a professional image through interactions with all internal and external customers is essential. 

Duties and Responsibilities  

• Reports to Assistant Director of Operations regarding maintenance and facility issues and other community topics as needed.  
• Develops and implements interior and exterior maintenance programs to ensure quality repairs.  
• Manages monthly pest control efforts. 
• Responds to all maintenance requests within 24 hours.  
• Oversees all work performed by various contractors for renovations/repairs and inspects upon completion to ensure quality workmanship.  
• Oversees quarterly inspections of the HVAC units and filter change as required by manufacturer of the system.  
• Assists in the creation of the on-call duty schedule and participates in rotation.  
• Maintains work order system.  
• Assists with budget preparation.  
• Assists in project bid review and creation.  
• Oversees building facility compliance systems and ensures compliance, including sprinkler and fire alarm systems.
• Performs general furniture repair, painting during non-turn periods, general plumbing, some appliance repair and minor electrical repairs.  
  
• Monitors garage gates, fire alarm, access doors, breezeway accountability and camera systems.  
  
• Collaborates with Assistant Director of Operations with scheduling of contractors and staff during the turn process.  
  
• Oversees damage inspections when units are vacated throughout the year.  
• Monitors contractors for quality workmanship.  
• Maintains inventory of tools, cleaning supplies, and equipment. Organizes and secures all maintenance storage units, shop and maintenance office.  
• Orders parts, appliances and furniture to ensure appropriate par levels are maintained.  
• Conducts daily general site inspections and specific monthly inspections of the entire property.  
• Co works and collaborates alongside Porter position to complete larger building projects as necessary. 
• Other duties as assigned.  

Qualifications  

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• 3-4 years’ experience in general maintenance or facilities management
• Experience supervising facilities staff Maintenance Techs and Custodians 
• Experience working with student housing or facilities management
• Prior experience with plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpentry, and painting.
• Must have troubleshooting and diagnostic skills.
• Knowledge of acceptable safety practices, materials handling and inventory control.
• Experience with crisis management and on-call responsibilities. 
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines effectively.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Be able to participate in an after-hours on-call duty rotation and respond to the campus within 40 minutes.
• Ability to move and lift to 50lbs and navigate up and down stairs. 

Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm. Overtime and weekends turning peak building turn. Participation in on- call facility/ maintenance rotation (must be able to respond to the building within 40 minutes). 

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The work environment is mid-to-high paced. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and distance vision.

This is not employment contract.

Competitive benefits package, including health benefits, dental benefits, vision coverage, and 401K.

If you are unable to apply because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact COCM Recruitment from our website. We will make every effort to respond to your request for assistance as soon as possible

To provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at Capstone On-Campus Management (COCM) will be based on qualifications and abilities. COCM does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.