Maintenance Assistant

CLS Living•Harrisonburg, VA

About The Position

CLS Living is seeking a Maintenance Assistant to provide first-class customer service to prospective and current residents. The role includes cleaning vacated units in preparation for leasing and move-in, picking up trash and helping keep property grounds clean, and responding promptly and professionally to requests. The position is hands-on and includes maintaining clean, safe, and well-kept property spaces, completing work orders, and supporting the overall resident experience. Professional workmanship, communication, personal appearance, organization, and reporting are expected.

Requirements

At least 1 year of relevant experience managing building systems in student housing.
At least 1 year of experience with building automation systems and life safety systems.
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, set priorities, and meet deadlines.
Creative, proactive, and willing to challenge the status quo to better serve residents and the company.
Professional workmanship, communication, personal appearance, organization, and reporting.

Nice To Haves

Experience mentoring and developing others.
Interest in growing within the company and taking ownership of the role.
Entrepreneurial, solutions-first approach to improving operations, resident satisfaction, and property performance.

Responsibilities

Keep the property clean, maintained, and safe for residents, prospects, employees, and visitors, including offices, common areas, stairwells, basements, grounds, and exteriors.
Identify and address potential situations that could create liability for the property or management company.
Assess property conditions and recommend improvements to curb appeal, subject to Manager approval.
Complete work orders promptly, professionally, and courteously, and thoroughly clean up before leaving a unit or ending a work session.
Maintain organized and safe maintenance shops and storage areas.
Ensure exterior lighting is functional and adequate for community safety, and oversee necessary inspections.
Set realistic project deadlines and keep the Manager informed of progress.
Follow applicable codes, legal requirements, OSHA standards, and compliance statutes.
Clean vacated units for leasing and move-in and help keep property grounds clean by picking up trash.
Handle requests promptly and professionally.