Job Title : Maintenance Technician

Reports to : Maintenance Supervisor

Job Summary

The Maintenance Technician’s (MT) primary function is to ensure the proper physical operation and pleasing appearance of the apartment property.  Under the direction of the Maintenance Supervisor, the MT completes service requests promptly, performs routine preventive maintenance, assesses condition of recreational facilities, completes, or assists with various projects, and addresses other functional or safety concerns based on applicable codes, general standards, or standards specified by the Company.  The MT is also on call during evenings and weekends on a rotating basis.  The MT completes assignments in a residential setting; therefore, good communication and customer service skills are necessary at all times. 

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Adhere to the Company’s policies and procedures

  • Always represent the property in a professional manner

  • Keep current on required training as assigned, including but not limited to Grace Hill training

  • Assist the Maintenance Supervisor in Turn-related maintenance tasks

  • Complete maintenance service requests in units, amenities, or on property grounds, as assigned

  • Set up and operate machine tools such as a golf carts, drill, saw, and other operating tools

  • Assemble, install, and repair pipes, fittings and fixtures for HVAC, water, and drainage

  • Assist the Maintenance Supervisor in maintaining inventory and inventory controls

  • Participate in after hours and emergency response, as needed

           

Qualifications

  • A minimum of one year in Multi-Family Property Management – Student Housing preferred

  • Ability to speak, read, and write English fluently

  • Basic troubleshooting skills

  • Repair knowledge of appliances, carpentry, plumbing, sheetrock, electrical (when no license required)

  • HVAC – EPA I and II preferred

  • Valid Driver’s License with vehicle insurance

  • Must be able to be on call after hours

  • Ability to work as part of a team.

  • Able to work in a team setting or independently with little to no supervision

Physical Activity

  • Position requires ability to transport or move up to 50 pounds variable distances; the mobility and flexibility to use ladders; the ability to work outdoors in temperatures exceeding 90 degrees or below 32 degrees Fahrenheit and the ability to personally perform general maintenance repair tasks without endangering themselves, residents or fellow employees.

  • Position also requires frequent bending and/or stooping to access equipment and machinery necessary when assisting with or performing tasks

Time Requirements

As this is an hourly position, the weekly hours will be at or around 40 hours per week for full time employees.  Given the cyclical nature of our business certain times of the year will require more than 40 hours.  Overtime will be paid if hours worked in a one-week period total more than 40. 

Employer’s Rights

This job description does not list all the duties of the job.  Incumbents may be asked by their supervisor or managers to perform other duties.  Incumbents will be evaluated in part based upon their performance of the tasks listed in this job description.

The Company has the right to revise this job description at any time.  The job description is not a contract for employment and either you or the Company may terminate employment at any time, with or without cause, with or without notice (subject to applicable laws).

 
 
 

Pierce Education Properties, L.P.
2173 Salk Avenue, Suite 250, Carlsbad, CA 92008
+1 619.297.0400