Service Technician

Woda Cooper; Champaign (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Short Term Disability & Life Insurance

401k with Company Match

Employee-Owned Company (ESOP)

Cell Phone Discount

PTO: 12 Days

Holidays: 8 + 2 floating

Fitness Reimbursement

Professional Development Reimbursement

Job summary

Woda Cooper is seeking a Service Technician for Parker Glen II in Champaign, IL. You will perform general and emergency maintenance, keep common areas in top condition, and interact with residents to maintain a positive community image.

We value 18+ years old candidates with a high school diploma or GED, ability to read repair manuals, and strong time management and problem-solving skills. On-site duties include lifting, ladders, and after-hours availability.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old with a high school diploma or GED.
• Must be able to read and speak English and follow written and oral directions.
• Previous maintenance experience preferred.
• Able to read repair manuals.
• Strong time management and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain positive interactions with residents and the public to enhance the community image and ensure superior resident retention.
• Perform general and emergency maintenance of apartments and common areas.
• Create and maintain a customer-centered service culture for prospects, residents, family members and fellow associates.
• Maintain confidentiality of resident information at all times.
• Maintain an attractive community appearance and curb appeal.
• Responsible for daily cleaning and maintenance, including sanitizing, dusting, sweeping, mopping, and waste disposal.
• Perform turnover of apartments, including trash out, cleaning, painting, carpet shampooing and repairs.
• Utilize required company databases and software programs.
• Identify maintenance problems and take appropriate actions.
• Be available and on-call for emergencies after hours, weekends, holidays or as assigned.
• Maintain professional appearance with designated maintenance uniform.
• Able to lift 50 pounds, climb ladders, and work in various weather conditions.
• Complete OSHA-10 Training and assist with inspections.

Skills

Plumbing knowledge

Electrical knowledge

Read repair manuals

Tool usage

Time management

Analytical/problem-solving

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Service TechnicianParker Glen II - Champaign, ILWHO WE ARE:Woda Cooper Companies, Inc. is a rapidly growing development, construction, and property management organization dedicated to the creation of quality affordable housing to benefit those who need it most. We are an employee-owned, passion-driven group that changes each community of which we are a part. We manage over 16,000 housing units in 19 states, proudly serving seniors, veterans, and other economically challenged groups. We seek ambitious, talented individuals who want to grow with a rapidly expanding company whose success is not only measured in dollars and cents, but in lives changed. With a development portfolio of $1.5 billion, Woda Cooper consistently ranks among the top affordable housing developers and owners in the country by Affordable Housing Finance.WHERE YOU’LL WORK:a { text-decoration: none; color: #464feb;}tr th, tr td { border: 1px solid #e6e6e6;}tr th { background-color: #f5f5f5;}Located in Champaign, Illinois, Parker Glen Apartments offers comfortable and affordable 1, 2, and 3-bedroom apartment homes designed to fit a variety of lifestyles. Residents enjoy thoughtfully designed floor plans, spacious living areas, and a convenient location close to local schools, shopping, parks, dining, and major employers.Parker Glen provides a welcoming community atmosphere with amenities that support both convenience and recreation, including on-site laundry facilities, a playground, and a community room for resident gatherings and activities. With its combination of comfortable living spaces, desirable amenities, and excellent location, Parker Glen is a great place to call home in the Champaign area.DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:Maintain positive interactions with residents and the public to enhance the community image and ensure superior resident retention.Perform general and emergency maintenance of apartments and common areas including snow removal during snow events that may occur after hours and on weekends.Create and maintain a customer-centered service culture by demonstrating proactive hospitality with prospects, residents, family members and fellow community associates.Maintain confidentiality at all times related to prospect or resident information.Maintain an attractive community appearance and overall positive curb appeal.Responsible for daily cleaning and maintenance of the property, including sanitizing, dusting, sweeping, mopping, and handling waste disposal.Perform turnover of apartments, including trash out, cleaning, painting, carpet shampooing and other repairs as necessary or directed.Effectively utilize required company databases and software programs.Identify actual and potential maintenance problems, including potential liability and workplace hazards, and take appropriate actions to handle the problems.Document daily/weekly/monthly visual inspection of property for defects, condition of roofs, gutters, downspouts, walkways, safety concerns, parking lot and apartments.Must be available and on-call for emergencies after hours, weekends, holidays or as assigned.Maintain professional appearance with designated maintenance uniform required by company policy.Dependable and able to report to work according to schedule and on time.Utilize personal protective equipment to ensure a safe work environment as required by company policy.Assist with any third-party inspections as needed.Participate and complete OSHA10 Training.Perform other related duties as assigned.REQUIRED SKILLS & ABILITIES:Thorough knowledge of general plumbing, and electrical.Ability to read repair manuals.Ability to use hand tools and power tools.Ability to follow instructions.Excellent time management skills.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:Must be at least 18 years old with a high school diploma or GED.Must be able to read and speak English and follow oral and written directions.Previous experience in maintenance preferred.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Must possess a valid driver’s license and auto insurance.Prolonged periods of standing and walking.Must be physically able to climb ladders, bend, and crawl into awkward spaces.Must be able to lift 50 pounds at a time.Must be able to traverse a variety of properties with stairs and in a variety of weather conditions.BENEFITS:We offer competitive wages and annual bonus opportunities. Benefits include:Medical, Dental and VisionShort Term Disability and Life Insurance401k with Company Match100% Employee-Owned Company with the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)Cell Phone Discount12 Days Paid Time Off8 Paid Holidays & 2 Floating Holidays!Fitness ReimbursementProfessional Development ReimbursementEmployment is contingent on education verification, references, background check, and drug screening.#SR2SP