Utility Coordinator

SimplyHome; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

SimplyHome, based in Houston, is looking for a Utility Coordinator to manage electricity, gas, and water services for its real estate portfolios. The role involves ensuring utilities are activated, transferred, and billed accurately, while maintaining operational efficiency.

The ideal candidate should have at least 4 years of experience in utility or property management and strong interpersonal skills. This full-time, hourly position offers opportunities to work closely with utility providers and property management teams.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in Customer Service or Utility Management.
• Experience with Entrata, QuickBase, & Netsuite preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage utility activation, transfer, and disconnection.
• Maintain accurate utility records for managed properties.
• Review utility invoices for accuracy.

Skills

Customer-focused demeanor

Time management skills

Decision-making

Effective communication

Problem-solving

Ability to work in diverse environments

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

4 years of Customer Service or similar experience

Tools

Entrata

QuickBase

Netsuite

Job description

Company

SimplyHome

Job Title

Utility Coordinator

Department

Property Management

Reports to

Director of Central Operations

Status

Full Time Non-Exempt, Hourly

Job Summary

The Utility Coordinator is responsible for managing electricity, gas, and water services for all portfolios. This role ensures utilities are activated, transferred, disconnected, and billed accurately while supporting operational efficiency. The Utility Coordinator works closely with utility providers, internal departments, and property management teams to maintain uninterrupted utility service and ensure proper utility cost recovery through resident bill-backs.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Coordinate utility activation, transfer, and disconnection for vacant and occupied homes.
• Maintain accurate records of utility account information for all managed properties.
• Review utility invoices for accuracy and identify billing discrepancies.
• Process utility bill-backs to residents in accordance with company policies and lease agreements.
• Ensure utility charges are accurately posted to resident ledgers within established timelines.
• Collaborate with utility providers across different cities, states, and counties.
• Submit deposits to specific utility providers.
• Work closely with service teams to ensure timely utility coordination for repairs and property readiness.
• Maintain utility tracking databases and reporting systems.
• Assist with special projects related to utility management and process improvements.
• Collaborate with Property Management, Maintenance, Accounting, and Resident Services teams to resolve utility concerns.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for utility-related inquiries from residents and internal teams.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Friendly and welcoming demeanor with the ability to maintain professionalism and a strong customer-focused demeanor with demanding clientele.
• Excellent time management skills, detail-orientation and ability to multi-task and prioritize work.
• Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills, along with advanced conflict resolution skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills and proficient in English. Must be able to articulate needs and convey information verbally and in writing effectively with employees, customers, supervisors, and co-workers throughout the organization.
• Knowledge of management methods and sound employee relations techniques with an ability to connect to staff, troubleshoot problems and help teams collaborate, as necessary.
• Able to work in an equitable, inclusive, and diverse environment. The Camillo family of companies are committed to enhancing equity, inclusion, and diversity, including hiring talent from all backgrounds.

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of 4 years of Customer Service, Utility Management, or Property Management Experience
• Experience using Entrata, QuickBase, & Netsuite

About Us

As one of the largest privately held real estate development and construction companies in Texas, Camillo Companies exists to open doors to greater opportunities for all people. For more than 30 years, the Company has led the way in constructing premier communities featuring affordable homes and residences that maximize style, livability, and functional floorplan designs. Camillo Companies is a vertically integrated operation consisting of four primary entities, including Retail (Legend Homes), Residences (SimplyHome), Land Development (Academy Development), and Maintenance (LCI Services). Through these operations, the Camillo Family of Companies has constructed more than 30,000 homes and residences in the Greater Houston, Dallas‑Fort Worth, San Antonio, and Bryan‑College Station areas, establishing a standard of exceptional customer service and attainability. In 2007, the Company pioneered the single‑family build‑to‑rent business, eventually leading to the 2012 launch of SimplyHome, which builds, leases, and manages both new and recently constructed single‑family homes, townhomes, and multi‑family projects. Beginning in 2023, the company made acquisitions to expand into new markets in and outside of Texas.

Camillo Companies value a diverse and inclusive workplace. We strongly encourage women, people of color, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people with disabilities, and veterans to apply. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and team members regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, pregnancy, parental status, military service, or other non‑merit factor.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all responsibilities or duties required. Other assignments, projects, and duties may be required.