Service Technician

Woda Cooper; Johnston (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus opportunities

ESOP

401k with Company Match

Employee-Owned Company

Job summary

Woda Cooper Companies, Inc. seeks a Service Technician for Johnston Crossing I & II in Johnston, IA. You’ll handle general and emergency maintenance, assist with turnover, and keep the property attractive and safe for residents.

Ideal candidates know plumbing and electrical work, read repair manuals, and can use hand/power tools. We offer competitive wages, annual bonuses, ESOP, and a 401(k) match in an employee-owned culture.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old with a high school diploma or GED.
• Ability to read and follow oral and written directions in English.
• Previous maintenance experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain positive interactions with residents and the public to enhance the community image.
• Perform general and emergency maintenance of apartments and common areas.
• Turnover of apartments including cleaning, painting, carpet care and repairs.
• Identify and address maintenance problems; document inspections.
• Be available for emergencies after hours, weekends, or holidays as assigned.
• Utilize company databases and software programs.

Skills

General plumbing

Electrical work

Hand tools

Power tools

Time management

Analytical/problem solving

Reading repair manuals

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Repair manuals

Job description

Service TechnicianJohnston Crossing I & II - Johnston, IAWHO 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:Discover the comfort, convenience, and sense of community waiting for you at Johnston Crossing I & II in Johnston, Iowa. These affordable 55+ communities offer thoughtfully designed 1- and 2-bedroom apartment homes in a welcoming setting that helps residents feel right at home.Residents enjoy a variety of amenities designed to support an active and connected lifestyle, including a community room for social gatherings, a picnic area for enjoying the outdoors, and convenient on-site laundry facilities. Ideally located near shopping, dining, and everyday essentials, Johnston Crossing I & II provide easy access to everything Johnston has to offer while delivering the comfort and affordability residents deserve.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.