Job Description

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

 

Job Tags

Full time, For contractors, Work at office, Local area, Immediate start, Weekend work

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