Maintenance Technician - Student Housing

University Partners; England; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Maintenance Technician to ensure the smooth operation of community facilities. This role involves a variety of responsibilities, including responding to service requests, maintaining cleanliness, and assisting in maintenance tasks. The ideal candidate will possess a strong mechanical aptitude and a willingness to learn. Join a team that values excellent service and community relations, and contribute to creating a welcoming environment for residents and guests. If you are ready to take on a hands-on role in a dynamic setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of electric, plumbing, HVAC, and basic construction.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent service to residents and complete routine service requests promptly.
• Maintain clean conditions of the community and report maintenance issues.

Skills

Electric knowledge

Plumbing skills

HVAC knowledge

Basic construction skills

Mechanical aptitude

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

JOB PURPOSE:

Depending on the size of a community, the community may have an Assistant Maintenance Supervisor who oversees the Maintenance Technicians, assists the Maintenance Supervisor with administration, and also performs maintenance work orders. On smaller communities, the Maintenance Supervisors may oversee Maintenance Technicians directly. 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 & 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.
• Maintaining the maintenance shop according to policy.
• Reporting maintenance issues to the Maintenance Supervisor and Community Manager for review.
• Assisting in other tasks as directed by the Maintenance Supervisor.
• Spot cleaning the model and vacant units on a daily basis.

Daily/Weekly:

• Meetings: Meet with Maintenance Supervisor daily to review work orders and assignments. Communicate all maintenance concerns. Expect to receive a daily list of assignments and direction from Maintenance Supervisor.
• Timekeeping: Keep a record of hours utilizing company provided forms. Obtain authorization to work overtime from Maintenance Supervisor or Community Manager.
• Common Area Inspection/Pick-up: Walk common areas daily, before 9 am. Always be diligent to look for maintenance issues.
• Peak Day Trash Pickup: At direction of Maintenance Supervisor, 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.

Work orders: Complete work orders as directed. Ensure 24-hour response policy. (Daily)

Key Change-Outs: At direction of Maintenance Supervisor, change out vendor lock for newly keyed lock once a unit has been leased and move-in is scheduled. Document in CSR.

On Call: Provide on call coverage during non-business hours, as directed by Maintenance Supervisor. On larger properties, on call duties are rotated amongst all maintenance staff.

Breezeway Cleanliness: Enforce trash standards on property. Report violations to Maintenance Supervisor so notices to residents can be issued. (Daily)

Pool Maintenance: At the direction of Maintenance Supervisor, log and maintain pool chemicals daily, according to local code.

Logs: At direction of Maintenance Supervisor, maintain MSDS/OSHA/EPA logs in shop and office (Daily). Keep abreast of changes to MSDS sheets.

Maintenance Inventory: Inform Maintenance Supervisor of supplies needed.

Weekend Coverage: Per schedule provided by Maintenance Supervisor, provide coverage of common areas on weekends and Saturday afternoon cleans. (Weekly)

Monthly:

• Scheduled Inspections: Review Preventative Maintenance Calendar on monthly basis. At the direction of the Maintenance Supervisor, perform the following duties on a monthly basis:

1. Car Checks
2. Breezeway Inspections
3. Safety and Trip Hazard Inspections

Monthly Safety Meeting: Attend a monthly safety meeting to stay informed of safety regulations and changes. Utilize meeting to communicate problems and get direction on better ways of doing things and improved cost control.

Quarterly/Ongoing:

• Quarterly Unit Inspections: At the direction of the Maintenance Supervisor, replace filters on a quarterly basis and inspect units for mold and other problems during filter installs. Place notice in each unit reiterating community policies regarding trash, recycling, and proper HVAC operation (standard letter).
• Equipment Inventory: Ensure proper equipment is kept in inventory. Report missing/broken equipment immediately to Maintenance Supervisor. Assist in the verification of inventory as directed. Advise Maintenance Supervisor of any needed equipment/supplies.
• Education: Keep Maintenance Supervisor updated on education and certification needs. Ensure all required licenses and certifications are kept current.

Move-Out/Move-In:

• Vendor Assistance: Work with vendors during process and provide input to Maintenance Supervisor regarding vendors’ status and adherence to schedule.
• Unit Punch: Complete unit punch at the direction of Maintenance Supervisor.

Qualifications:

• Working knowledge of electric, plumbing, HVAC, and basic construction.
• A general mechanical aptitude combined with a willingness and desire to learn.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to