Service Technician

Woda Cooper; Portland (MI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Woda Cooper Companies, Inc. is seeking a part-time Service Technician for the Portland, MI community. This role performs general and emergency maintenance on apartments and common areas, including snow removal after hours and on weekends.

Strong problem-solving and maintenance skills are required to keep the property safe and appealing. Responsibilities include turnover tasks, housekeeping, safety inspections, and working with company databases.

Qualifications

• Must have general plumbing and electrical knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Maintain general and emergency maintenance of apartments and common areas.
• Snow removal during snow events.
• Maintain an attractive community appearance and curb appeal.
• Turnover of apartments including cleaning, painting, carpet shampooing and repairs as needed.
• Document daily/weekly property inspections for defects and safety concerns.
• Be available and on-call for emergencies after hours, weekends, or holidays.

Skills

Plumbing

Electrical

Reading manuals

Hand tools

Power tools

Following instructions

Time management

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Service Technician (Part-Time)Portland School - Portland, MIWHO 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:Join the team at Portland School, a unique affordable housing community offering thoughtfully designed 1, 2, and 3-bedroom apartment homes in a historic setting. Residents enjoy convenient access to schools, shopping, dining, and entertainment, along with community amenities including a basketball court, playground, and inviting outdoor spaces.This part-time position (20-24 hours per week) is a great opportunity to make a positive impact while helping create an exceptional living experience for our residents.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.Employment is contingent on education verification, references, background check, and drug screening.