Maintenance Lead

We're hiring immediately! We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. However, we are not able to sponsor visas. This position is located onsite in Columbus, OH. Your Opportunity Scion is paving a path in student living and the Facilities Lead is a keystone team member in the execution of our vision. This position ensures the safety and functionality of the property’s buildings and equipment and ensures optimal service is conducted by the onsite Facilities team and any third‑party vendors. The Facilities Lead is a subject matter expert and experienced leader who excels in a fast‑paced, agile, collegiate environment. This role demands superior problem solving, leadership and unwavering follow through. Those in the Facilities Lead position may also be asked to assist other properties. Your Benefits FLSA Status Non-exempt Discretionary annual bonus Paid Time Off Health Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance 401k Matching Paid Maternity Leave Your Responsibilities Supervise all building services and preventative maintenance programs to the best of industry practices, the Scion’s Standard Operating Procedures, and in compliance with State/Federal Govt./OSHA codes and regulations. Supervise the day‑to‑day operations including heating, ventilating, air conditioning (HVAC), plumbing and piping, fire protection, and general building maintenance. Monitor systems and provide diagnostics, preventative maintenance, annual testing, permitting, and certification for all major building systems. Operate and manage all life safety systems including fire pumps, fire alarm monitoring panels, dry/wet sprinkler systems, visual and audible alarms, back‑flow preventers, smoke detectors, CO2 sensors/alarms, fire extinguishers, emergency lighting, means of egress, fire safety equipment. Prioritize and schedule maintenance work, assuring quality of work consistent with Scion’s standards. Supervise Facilities Technicians to ensure all service requests are completed within Scion standards and are accurately documented. Review completed work to verify conformance to standards. Ensure all emergency, routine maintenance, and repairs are carried out in a timely and professional manner. Ensure all preventive maintenance is completed timely and professionally. Respond promptly and effectively to all safety and risk‑management issues. Review completed work orders for accuracy of labor hours, material costs, and track recurring equipment failures. Conduct regular inspection tours of buildings, interior common areas, and the exterior of the property, equipment, and surrounding grounds for deficiencies, potential safety, health, or code problems. Provide recommendations for addressing problems noticed during inspections. Oversee and supervise “Turn” preparation including the prompt inspection of vacated units, make appropriate repairs and charges, and ensure completion. Inspect vacant units after repairs and maintenance for quality of work and readiness for occupation. Oversee maintenance spare parts and tools inventory, determining stock levels and working with the General Manager to maintain inventory of parts, tools and supplies. Maintain shop appearance and all mechanical, supply, electrical and storage facilities. Ensure proper maintenance of equipment to ensure warranty compliance and extended useful life. Oversee all other contracted work in the building, obtaining bids and negotiating prices with vendors and contractors as approved by the General Manager, Regional Manager and Regional Facility Manager. Coordinate deliveries, schedules, and performance of all facility‑related work. Ensure proper safety procedures are followed, personal protective equipment is used, and health & safety policies are adhered to. Manage keying and coding of locks and maintain lock procedures, logbooks and protocols for key management. Effectively implement standard operating procedures and preventive maintenance programs according to Scion policies. Take part in emergency preparedness planning and act as essential personnel. Escalate unique or urgent repairs/replacements to General Manager and Regional Facilities Manager. Maintain records on all major systems including maintenance manuals, manufacturers’ cut sheets, warranties, and equipment. Work closely with the General Manager and Regional Facilities Manager to manage, formulate and track facilities and capital projects. Hire, train and develop Facilities team members, holding them accountable for delivering a high level of performance. The responsibilities listed above may not be all-inclusive. What We Require High school diploma/GED, trade school diploma, or military training 5 years of relevant experience managing building systems in multi‑unit residential properties, 2 years of supervisory experience EPA 608 Universal certification HVAC/EPA 608 Universal certification Certified Pool Operator (CPO) or intention to obtain within six months Expertise in plumbing, HVAC, electrical, and mechanical systems as well as generally accepted maintenance practices Ability to read and interpret documents such as design drawings, blueprints, safety guidelines, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedural manuals Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, set priorities and meet deadlines Basic computer working knowledge, including Microsoft Office Valid driver’s license Ability to stand 8 hours or longer per day and lift up to 100 lbs. as necessary Operational Details Job location is at the assigned property; may be required to travel periodically. Serves in an "on-call" capacity, except during approved PTO periods. The Scion Group LLC provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, national origin, color, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, physical or mental disability (as long as the employee/applicant is otherwise qualified for the job with or without a reasonable accommodation), genetic information, HIV/AIDS status, marital status, uniformed service, veteran status, pregnancy or other legally protected status or category under federal or state law. The Scion Group LLC complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in all locations in which the Company has properties. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfers, leaves of absence, compensation, training and other terms and conditions of employment. The Scion Group LLC is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunities. The base salary range for this full‑time position is base + bonus + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all U.S. locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process. Washington Pay Range: $28-$32 USD per hour. #J-18808-Ljbffr