Maintenance Technician

The Scion Group; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Non‑Exempt status

Discretionary annual bonus

Paid Time Off

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k Matching

Paid Maternal Leave

Parental Leave

Learning reimbursement opportunities

Job summary

The Scion Group is hiring a Facilities Technician II to perform maintenance, preventive tasks, and apartment turnovers at our San Antonio properties. You will ensure safety and functionality of building systems and provide excellent service to residents in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include logging work in BAS/CMMS, coordinating with vendors, and maintaining equipment per SOPs. Requires 3–5 years' maintenance experience, HVAC/EPA 608, and a valid license.

Qualifications

• HS/GED or trade diploma with 3–5 years full-time maintenance experience.
• HVAC certification/EPA 608 (Core, Type I-III).
• Certified Pool Operator (CPO) or plan to obtain within six months.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of key management and security systems.
• Valid driver's license; willingness to travel as needed.
• Ability to operate Entrata, CMMS and BAS/DCS systems.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate proficiency in BAS, Entrata and CMMS for service logging and completed work.
• Maintain property condition per SOPs, OSHA and industry standards.
• Perform physically demanding maintenance to sustain assets and reduce liability.
• Oversee monitoring, testing and documentation of life-safety systems.
• Coordinate with supervisor and vendors on schedules and priorities.
• Document work performed, parts used, and follow-up needs with signatures.

Skills

Clear communication skills

Valid driver's license

Ability to travel

HVAC certification

CPO certification intent

Entrata

CMMS

Building Automation System

Digital Control System

Education

High school/GED or trade diploma

HVAC certification (EPA 608)

CPO certification (intent to obtain)

Tools

Entrata

CMMS

Building Automation System

Digital Control System

Job description

Welcome! We’re hiring immediately! Want to learn more about The Scion Group? Check out our website.

We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. However, we are not able to sponsor visas.

Your Opportunity

Scion is paving a path in student living and the Facilities Technician II is an integral part in the execution of our vision. This position responds to maintenance and repair service requests, carries out preventive maintenance tasks, prepares apartments for turnovers, and stays on top of requesting required supplies in a timely manner. The Facilities Technician II ensures safety and functionality of the property’s buildings and equipment and ensures optimal service is provided to our customers. The Facilities Technician II is an experienced technician who excels in a fast‑paced, agile, collegiate environment. This role demands superior problem solving, technical abilities and unwavering follow through.

Your Benefits

• FLSA Status Non‑Exempt
• Discretionary annual bonus
• Paid Time Off
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401k Matching
• Paid Maternal Leave
• Parental Leave
• Learning reimbursement opportunities

Your Responsibilities

• Demonstrate proficiency in Building Automation Systems (BAS), Entrata and CMMS systems for timely logging of service requests and completed work.
• Maintain the physical condition of the property according to The Scion Group’s Standard Operating Procedures, OSHA and Industry’s standards.
• Perform physically demanding work to maintain the asset, and other property features to minimize liability concerns.
• Assume responsibility (as required) over operating, system monitoring/diagnostics, and preventative testing for major building systems such as chilled water systems with fan coil units, air handling units with outside condensers including roof top units (RTU), building stationary boilers, hot‑ & cold‑water distribution systems (plumbing, pressure/pneumatic/storage tanks, variable frequency drive (and pumps & motors), domestic hot water heaters, building automation systems (BAS), electrical distribution systems, switchgears and controls, generators, uninterrupted power supply (UPS), elevators and lifts, parking structures (ventilation/drainage systems, T‑Joints), entrance & exit gates and overhead doors, shingled/tarred roof, TPO membrane roofing system, EIFS, brick, vinyl, & cementitious sideboard, ACP, curtain walls, and insulated glass units (IGUs).
• Operate system monitoring/diagnostics, preventative testing for life safety systems such as fire pumps, fire alarm monitoring panels, dry/wet sprinkler systems, visual and audible alarms, back flow preventers, smoke detectors, CO2 sensors/alarms, fire extinguishers, emergency lighting, means of egress, and fire dampers.
• Assist in creating emergency and disaster preparedness plans and protocols.
• Maintain key management protocols and security, unlocking apartment doors and accompany/escort various vendors as needed.
• Coordinate delivery and work schedules with vendors, contractors as approved by the Facilities Supervisor.
• Coordinate maintenance objectives and daily assignments with the Supervisor.
• Diagnose and perform routine maintenance/repair in a timely and professional manner.
• Assure all service requests are completed daily.
• Document work performed and parts used; and submit daily upon completion, including legible notes on what was done, the supplies used, further follow‑up and materials needed, date and signature of completion.
• Promote good public relations with residents, service staff, contractors, and management through great people attitude and resident trust.
• Inspect vacated apartments and record necessary repairs and maintenance, informing the Facilities Supervisor of needed services and repairs.
• Routinely perform duties including basic appliance repair, general carpentry, plumbing/fixture repair, painting, and basic electrical & lighting to make apartments ready on a timely basis, and ensure meeting completion dates set by the General Manager/Property Manager.
• Routinely inspect interior common areas and the exterior of the property, ensuring daily upkeep of all common areas with company standards, and all the light fixtures are in working order.
• Complete preventive maintenance tasks on all equipment and operating systems to ensure warranty compliance and extended useful life.
• Clean coils and condensers, lubricate equipment, maintain air filters and perform minor repair work as assigned.
• Perform routine clean up at repair location or in maintenance shop, keeping working area clean and safe.
• Maintain parts and supply inventory, as authorized.
• Clean and organize the workshops, storerooms, boiler rooms, and utility rooms.
• Clean pools; adjust and maintain chemicals to proper levels, if needed.
• Pressure‑wash sidewalks, buildings, pool decks, etc.
• Assist in snow removal at property, as required.
• Assume responsibility for after‑hours emergencies at the direction of the company supervisor/manager.
• Undertake training related to job duties as deemed necessary.

The responsibilities listed above may not be all‑inclusive.

What We Require

• High school/GED or trade school diploma and with minimum of 3‑5 years of full‑time general maintenance experience, or an equivalent combination.
• HVAC certification/EPA 608 certification (Core, Type I, II & III).
• Certified Pool Operator (CPO), or intention to obtain within six months.
• Clear and effective communication skills.
• Knowledge of key management and security systems.
• Knowledge of safety procedures with a safety‑conscious attitude, record of punctuality and dependability, ability to work with pressure of aggressive deadlines, and flexible schedule to accommodate after‑hours and weekend emergencies.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Demonstrated ability to access computer programs and use or learn basic computer operations related to position requirements (ie. Entrata, CMMS, Building Automation system & Digital Control System).
• Ability and willingness to travel when required.
• Ability to stand 8 hours or longer per day and lift up to 100 lbs. as necessary.

Operational Details

• Job location is at the assigned property. May be required to travel periodically.
• Serves in an “on‑call” capacity, except during approved PTO periods.

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