Property Maintenance Technician at Norfolk State University

COCM; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Capstone On-Campus Management (COCM) is seeking a Property Maintenance Technician at Spartan Suites in Norfolk, VA. You will operate under the Maintenance Supervisor, handling facility maintenance, renovations, and repairs while participating in after-hours emergencies on a 24-hour on-call rotation.

Required are a high school diploma or GED, 1–2 years of maintenance experience, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 1-2 years of general maintenance experience.
• Experience with plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpentry, and painting.
• Ability to troubleshoot and diagnose issues.
• Knowledge of safety practices and inventory control.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and navigate stairs.
• Willingness to participate in on-call rotation.

Responsibilities

• Respond to maintenance requests within a reasonable timeframe.
• Identify deficiencies and suggest remedies.
• Work overtime as needed.
• Escort contractors on-site.
• Assist with room setups and furniture movement.
• Perform inspections of vacated units and make repairs.
• Conduct daily inspections and report findings to the Maintenance Supervisor.
• Perform preventative maintenance tasks on schedule.
• Order materials and supplies as needed.
• Collaborate with Maintenance Supervisor on progress.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Troubleshooting

Customer service

Verbal communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Position: Property Maintenance Technician

Location: Spartan Suites at Norfolk State University

Reports To: Maintenance Supervisor

Compensation: $17.50-$18.00 per hour and a competitive benefits package

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Position Description

Under the direct supervision of the Maintenance Supervisor, the Property Maintenance Technician is responsible for all aspects of facility maintenance, renovation, and repair. This position serves on a maintenance on-call rotation assisting with after-hours maintenance emergencies.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Responds to all maintenance requests/calls within a reasonable timeframe.
• Identifies facilities deficiencies and recommends remedies.
• Works mandatory overtime as needed.
• Provides escorts to contractors on-site.
• Assists with room set-ups and furniture movement.
• Performs inspections and makes necessary repairs when units are vacated.
• Conducts daily general inspections of the assigned building(s) and reports findings to the Maintenance Supervisor.
• Performs preventative maintenance assignments on time.
• Submits requests for proper material/supplies to complete repairs.
• Consult with Maintenance Supervisor daily on the progress and impending issues.
• Displays knowledge, skills, and quality workmanship always.
• Snow and ice preparation and remediation, which may include shoveling, use of applying sand, ice melt, salt, or a similar product
• Participation in a 24-hour emergency on-call rotation to respond to facilities emergencies at the community
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• 1-2 years of general maintenance experience.
• Prior experience with plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpentry, and painting.
• Must have troubleshooting and diagnostic skills.
• Knowledge of acceptable safety practices, materials handling and inventory control.
• Demonstrate proficiency in verbal communication.
• Possess strong customer service skills.
• Ability to move and lift to 50lbs and navigate up and down stairs.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to participate in an on-call rotation and respond to campus within 30 minutes for after-hours emergencies.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The work environment is mid-to-high paced. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and distance vision.

This is not employment contract.

Competitive benefits package, including health benefits, dental benefits, vision coverage, and 401K.

If you are unable to apply because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact COCM Recruitment from our website. We will make every effort to respond to your request for assistance as soon as possible.

To provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at Capstone On-Campus Management (COCM) will be based on qualifications and abilities. COCM does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.