Maintenance Technician

Maintenance Technician

The United Group of Companies, Inc. celebrating over 50 years in business - is a full-service, vertically integrated leader in real estate development and management with over 50 years of industry expertise. Our mission is to develop, build, and acquire vibrant communities where our residents, investors, partners, and commercial clients feel welcome, connected, and fulfilled. Our commitment to innovation sets us apart and is evident in our award-winning lifestyle programs. We firmly believe that where you live, and work, should be an experience that enriches and improves your life. United Group provides a place to call home and a space where businesses thrive in all the communities we join.

We are honored to have been voted by our employees as one of the Albany Time Union's Top Workplaces for ten consecutive years and nationally recognized as a Top Workplaces USA employer for six years running most recently earning the 2025 Top Real Estate Workplace distinction. We are also thrilled that our management company, United Plus Property Management (UPPM), has earned the Accredited Management Organization (AMO) of the Year Award for 2024!

We have an immediate need for a Maintenance Technician to join the team at College Suites at Washington Square, one of United Group's professionally managed student housing communities located in Schenectady, NY.

Maintenance + Technical Duties

• Completes maintenance work orders as assigned
• Performs necessary maintenance relating to both the exterior and interiors of all buildings of the property assigned
• Maintains inventory of equipment, tools, supplies, and work materials
• Maintains a working knowledge of all utility sources and supply lines
• General maintenance experience includes painting, drywall, plumbing, electrical, mowing, plowing, etc.
• Performs all phases of snow removal from all needed areas and maintains all appropriate equipment
• Paints, cleans, completes maintenance items, and all other items required for the completion of the unit under renovation
• Cleans all common areas and responsible for trash removal

Planning + Oversight + Communication

• Assesses and prioritizes all work to be performed on assigned site
• Completes daily work schedules for routine maintenance duties
• Notifies Maintenance Supervisor and Property Manager of all problems and potential issues of concern
• Ensures quality of work duties performed
• Handles emergency situations that may arise; and communicates all details of the incident to the Property Manager
• Special projects and other responsibilities may be determined

Interpersonal + Safety Responsibilities

• Will be available for on-call as necessary
• Maintains a professional and courteous manner with all residents, vendors, contractors, and fellow employees
• Actively participates and follows the safety and health programs

Driving Requirements

• A minimum of three (3) years driving experience is required if the position will be responsible for driving or considered to be a driving role

Physical Expectations + Work Environment

• Must be able to stand/walk for 8 to 10 hours.
• Frequent body movements including ability to lift up to 50 pounds, bend, stoop, squat, reach, push, and pull.
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors during various weather conditions.
• Frequently may be exposed to outdoor spaces, service areas, or other environments which will, by their nature, have variances in air quality, temperature, walking surfaces, lighting, and other physical aspects.
• Potential exposure to substances such as paints, cleaning agents, chemicals, etc. which may be considered irritants.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform essential functions

Job Overview + Requirements

• Job Type: Maintenance Technician; Non - Exempt, $20 - $21 per hour
• Work Hours: Full Time; Monday Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm. Evening and weekend hours required as needed for emergency maintenance needs.
• Physical Requirements : standing, kneeling, lifting, carrying, painting.
• Required Education : High School Diploma; applicable Work History.
• Required Experience : 1+ years of experience in residential property maintenance is preferred. Working knowledge of electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, painting, and heating systems.
• Qualities : Demonstrates integrity on a personal and professional level; Exceptional communication, sales, and negotiation skills; Ability to solve problems involving residents and challenging situations

Benefits + Time Off

• Medical Highmark BlueShield of Northeastern NY 3 insurance plans with HSA options; eligibility 1st of the month following 30 days.
• Dental + Vision eligibility 1st of the month following 30 days.
• Life Insurance Company paid Basic Life Insurance Policy (1x Annual Salary) with additional Voluntary Life Plans; eligibility 1st of the month following 30 days.
• 401K Retirement Plan Voya Financial; Employee Contribution Eligibility at 1st of the month following 90 days; eligible for Employer Match after 1 Year of Service; up to 4% Company Match.
• Additional Benefits Employee Assistance Program; United Concierge Medicine (24/7 telemedicine service, including Mental Health); Calm App premium subscription; Learning Care Group (childcare tuition discount); Dependent Care FSA; Tuition Assistance Program.
• PTO Personal (24 Hours), Sick (56 Hours), and Vacation Time (80 Hours; escalated based on years of service up to 160 Hours); eligibility after 90-day Introductory Period.
• Holidays 10 Company Paid Holidays.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or other protected class covered by law.