Maintenance Technician III - Real Estate

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

Benefits offered by this job

Up to 22 days of vacation

Competitive health insurance

Free Metro transit U-Pass

Defined contribution retirement savings plan

Caregiver leave

Tuition coverage for employees and family

Job summary

Washington University in St. Louis is seeking a Senior Maintenance Technician responsible for the physical maintenance of residential and commercial properties. This role involves managing projects, vendor schedules, and conducting inspections.

The ideal candidate has at least 3 years of maintenance experience, a high school diploma or equivalent, and must possess a valid driver's license. This position offers benefits including competitive health insurance, retirement plans, and generous leave policies.

Qualifications

• 3 years of maintenance experience required.
• Good driving record and a Class E (MO) or Class D (IL) license required.

Responsibilities

• Assess property/building conditions and manage work assignments.
• Manage service schedules and vendor compliance.
• Regularly inspect physical conditions of properties.

Skills

Cross-functional teamwork

Electrical maintenance

HVAC solutions

Industrial maintenance

Interpersonal communication

Plumbing

Property assessments

Task-oriented

Teamwork

Written communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Relevant vocational degree or certification

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, 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 hours per week

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.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions

• Primarily working inside residential and commercial properties.
• Ability to work outside during all seasons and weather conditions.
• Provide on‑call support as outlined in the rotating schedule.

Physical Effort

• Typically standing or walking.
• Typically bending, crouching, stooping.
• Ability to lift 50–75 pounds.
• Ability to travel to various on‑ and off‑campus locations.

Equipment

• Comfort using hand tools and power equipment.

Education

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

Certifications / Professional Licenses

No specific certification or 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• Relevant vocational degree or certification may substitute for some of the minimum experience required.
• Vocational Diploma – specific trade or career.
• Trade Functions with Demonstrated Ability to Perform Varied Maintenance Tasks (2 years).

Preferred Skills

• Cross‑functional teamwork
• Electrical maintenance
• HVAC solutions
• Industrial maintenance
• Interpersonal communication
• Learning quickly
• Oral communications
• Plumbing
• Property assessments
• Sound judgment
• Task‑oriented
• Teamwork
• Working independently
• Written communication

Grade

G09‑H

Salary Range

$23.37 – $36.19 per hour

Benefits Statement

Personal

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
• Free Metro transit U‑Pass for eligible employees.
• Defined contribution retirement savings plan (403(b)), combining employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.

Wellness

• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more.

Family

• 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs.
• WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate‑level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, visit https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/

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.