HVAC Technician III - Real Estate - Maintenance

Washington University in St. Louis; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 32,194 - 49,855; Full time

Job summary

Washington University in St. Louis is hiring a Senior Maintenance Technician responsible for the physical maintenance of properties, including plumbing and HVAC systems. The role requires conducting assessments, managing vendor schedules, and regular inspections of properties.

This position demands a high school diploma or equivalent, 3 years of maintenance experience, and a relevant driver's license. Salary ranges from $23.37 to $36.19 per hour with on-call support responsibilities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• 3 years of maintenance experience is necessary.
• A Class E or Class D driver's license and good driving record are required.

Responsibilities

• Conducts assessments of building conditions and prioritizes services.
• Manages outside vendor schedules and equipment installations.
• Inspects properties regularly and communicates conditions to management.

Skills

Construction Equipment

Cross-Functional Teamwork

Electrical Maintenance

Heavy Equipment Repairs

HVAC Solutions

Industrial Maintenance

Learning Quickly

Property Assessments

Sound Judgment

Task-Oriented

Teamwork

Working Independently

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Vocational Diploma

Tools

Simple hand tools

Job description

Position Summary

Acts as a senior maintenance technician for matters related to the physical maintenance of all residential, commercial and/or off‑campus properties including plumbing, HVAC, electrical, mechanical, carpentry and machine servicing or installations. Performs all work under general supervision and in accordance with established operating policies and safety procedures.

Scheduled Hours

40

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Senior Maintenance Technician responsible for making initial assessment of property/building conditions, prioritizing required services and managing work assignments at the residential and commercial properties. Plans and manages the repairs/installation of all required work including HVAC, electrical and plumbing systems for short‑range projects. Estimates labor time, requisitions materials needed and coordinates other maintenance staff assistance for projects.
• Under limited supervision, manages outside vendor service schedules and equipment installation at the various properties consistent with approved standards and specifications. Monitors vendor work in progress to verify compliance with approved scope of services and design specifications. Manages apartment unit turnover related vendor work order requirements in coordination with Manager.
• Regularly inspects the physical condition of residential, commercial and/or off‑campus properties. Informs manager of building conditions, problems and needs on a regular schedule. Maintains effective communication with other Maintenance staff.
• Other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions

Job Location/Working Conditions

Physical Effort

• Ability to lift 50-75 pounds and work outside during all seasons and weather conditions.
• Comfort using hand tools and power equipment.
• Provide on‑call support as outlined in the rotating schedule.
• Primarily working inside residential and commercial properties.

Equipment

• Simple hand tools.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent high school certification or combination of education and/or experience.

Certifications / Professional Licenses

No specific certification/professional license is required for this position.

Work Experience

Maintenance (3 Years)

Skills

Not Applicable

Driver's License

A Class E (MO) or Class D (IL) license and a good driving record are required for this position.

More About This Job

Required Qualifications

• Relevant vocational degree or certification may substitute for some of the minimum experience required.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent or combination of education and/or experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Vocational Diploma - specific trade or career

Certifications / Professional Licenses

No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Work Experience

Trade Functions With Demonstrated Ability To Perform Varied Maintenance Tasks (4 Years)

Skills

• Construction Equipment
• Cross-Functional Teamwork
• Electrical Maintenance
• Heavy Equipment Repairs
• HVAC Solutions
• Industrial Maintenance
• Learning Quickly
• Property Assessments
• Sound Judgment
• Task-Oriented
• Teamwork
• Working Independently

Grade

G09-H

Salary Range

$23.37 - $36.19 / Hourly

EEO Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, citizenship (where prohibited by federal law), age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.