Maintenance Technician - Student Housing

About University Partners:

University partners is within the top 15 owner/operators in the country, possesses more than 20 years of experience in acquiring, Developing, and managing student housing communities. With 500+ employees, 43 properties, and over 25,000 beds, University Partners provides the best in service and sustainability. Our competitive spirit and team approach allows us to move quickly and make the most of every opportunity. We are team players with all who partner with us. As exceptional leaders and good listeners, we cheer for everyone's win. We not only offer the best in student living, but we also offer peace of mind.

Job Purpose:

Maintenance Technicians perform a variety of responsibilities, including work orders, grounds and common area clean up and maintenance, and maintaining good resident relations.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:


Will always include those specifically assigned by the immediate supervisor.

• Providing excellent service to residents, guests, employees and contractors.
• Completing all routine service requests within 24 hours at the direction of Maintenance Supervisor.
• Ensuring the clean condition of the community at all times.
• Spot cleaning the model and vacant units on a daily basis.
• Common Area Inspection/Pick-up
• Inspect all grounds and ensure cleanliness.
• Make-Ready Preparation: Per the turn schedule provided by the Maintenance Supervisor, complete turns:
  1. Install Vendor Lock on unit within 24 hours of receiving keys from resident.
  2. Communicate any vendor make-ready issues to Maintenance Supervisor.
  3. Ensure that Maintenance Supervisor has walked unit and has approved all work to be done prior to start.
  4. Complete a turnkey checklist for each unit as work is completed. Obtain Maintenance Supervisor signature on form once work is finalized.
• Workorders: Complete workorders as directed. Ensure 24-hour response
• Key Change-Outs: Change out vendor lock for newly keyed lock once a unit has been leased and move-in is scheduled.
• On Call: Provide on call coverage during non business hours
• Breezeway Cleanliness: Enforce trash standards on property
• Pool Maintenance: At the direction of Maintenance Supervisor , log and maintain pool chemicals daily, according to local code.
• Scheduled Inspections: Review Preventative Maintenance Calendar on monthly basis. At the Direction of the Maintenance Supervisor, perform following duties on a monthly basis:
  1. Car Checks
  2. Breezeway Inspections
  3. Safety and Trip Hazard Inspections
• Replace filters on a quarterly basis and inspect units for mold and other problems during filter installs.
• Equipment Inventory: Ensure proper equipment is kept in inventory. Assist in the verification of inventory as directed.

Qualifications:

• Working knowledge of electric, plumbing, HVAC and basic construction.
• A general mechanical aptitude combined with a willingness and desire to learn.
• Professional demeanor resulting from previous maintenance experience
• Good communication and listening skills
• Able to be an effective team player and interact well with others
• Organized and detail-oriented
• Effective time management skills
• Able to follow directions from a supervisor
• Must have own tools
• Able to climb and work from ladders and the ability to lift and carry heavy loads
• Able to work weekends or overtime as job requires
• Able to be "on call" weekends and after hours

Education and Experience :

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and / or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Certifications/ Licenses:

• Certified HVAC as required.
• Valid driver's license and proof of insurance.

Working environment and physical demands:

X Office environment X Outdoors environment

X Mechanical facility X Changing weather conditions

X Toxic or caustic chemicals X Odors or fumes

X Electrical current X Loud machine/Equipment noise

X Above ground level X Confining spaces