Service Technician

Woda Cooper Companies, Inc.; Kendallville (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental and Vision

401k with company match

ESOP

Job summary

Woda Cooper Companies, Inc. seeks a maintenance professional for Atz Place in Kendallville, IN. Join a 55+ affordable living community and perform daily maintenance, repairs, and safety checks to ensure a welcoming, well-maintained property for residents.

You will handle general upkeep, assist with turnovers, and participate in safety trainings while working with a small, on-site team committed to service excellence.

Qualifications

• Must have general plumbing and electrical knowledge.
• Able to read repair manuals and follow instructions.
• Experience with maintenance in property management is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair apartments and common areas.
• Perform snow removal and after-hours emergencies as needed.
• Keep a clean, safe, and welcoming community appearance.
• Document inspections and report defects and hazards.
• Operate tools and equipment safely and follow PPE policy.
• Assist with inspections and OSHA10 training.

Skills

Plumbing

Electrical knowledge

Reading repair manuals

Hand/Power tools

Time management

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Basic maintenance software

Job description

Who We Are

Woda Cooper Companies, Inc

ATZ Place - Kendallville, IN

Who 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

Atz Place is a welcoming 55+ affordable living community in Kendallville, Indiana, offering comfortable 1 and 2-bedroom apartment homes designed for convenience and peace of mind. Residents enjoy a variety of thoughtfully selected amenities, including a fitness center, community room, and relaxing gazebo, creating opportunities for both active living and social connection. Conveniently located near local shopping, dining, and everyday essentials, Atz Place provides a comfortable and engaging environment for residents to call home. Team members have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while serving a vibrant senior community.

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 Vision
• Short Term Disability and Life Insurance
• 401k with Company Match
• 100% Employee-Owned Company with the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Cell Phone Discount
• 12 Days Paid Time Off
• 8 Paid Holidays & 2 Floating Holidays!
• Fitness Reimbursement
• Professional Development Reimbursement

Employment is contingent on education verification, references, background check, and drug screening.