Maintenance Tech III
About The Position
Provide high-quality skilled and specialized maintenance work involving the physical plant, machinery and equipment, and preventive and corrective maintenance. Work may cover HVAC, refrigeration, electrical, plumbing, carpentry, mechanical work, painting, telephone systems, call-for-aid systems, security, custodial work, and other environmental services functions. Complete maintenance assignments in apartments, common areas, offices, and service areas. Perform repairs, installations, and replacements; preventive maintenance; and daily work orders. Communicate the status of completed work and equipment or structures needing repair to support campus operations. Respond to emergencies, take corrective action, and contact outside service or warranty personnel when work exceeds the department’s capability. Respond to maintenance issues on an on-call basis according to the department rotation. Run errands for parts and operate a vehicle as applicable to the location. Participate in required training and departmental meetings, train other maintenance personnel in procedures, and possibly help direct team members’ work. Assist the Maintenance Supervisor with overall coordination of the Maintenance Department.
Requirements
- High school graduate or equivalent (GED).
- At least five years of related maintenance experience in a similar position, with specialized education or training and certification in electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and maintenance repair procedures.
- At least one of the following: HVAC certifications/licenses, plumbing certifications/licenses, or electrical certifications/licenses.
- Valid driver’s license and a safe, clean driving record, because vehicle operation may be required depending on location.
- Ability to diagnose HVAC equipment, including RTUs, air handlers, water heaters, and water-sourced heat pumps.
- Ability to read and understand technical drawings, including as-builts, schematic drawings, wiring diagrams, and installation manuals.
- Effective verbal and written communication in English with residents and staff.
- Ability to read and follow written instructions and safety practices.
- Dependability, attention to detail, organization, and follow-through.
- Ability to work within standard policies and procedures with limited direct supervision.
- Ability to organize work orders and daily maintenance schedules and complete the day’s assignments.
- Ability to handle a variety of tasks and functions and remain calm in emergencies.
- Patience and compassion with senior adults, and consideration for residents’ comfort, safety, security, and belongings.
- Ability to use IT devices and computer systems to track and complete work orders.
- Mobility to move around the campus, potentially across multiple buildings.
- Ability to perform frequent stooping, bending, climbing, reaching, pulling, and pushing, and to walk and/or stand for long periods.
- Ability to occasionally lift weights up to 100 pounds with assistance.
- Ability and mobility to operate mechanical equipment, hand tools, power tools, lawn equipment, campus vehicles, and ladders, and to work in difficult positions.
- Adequate sight and hearing to perform the position’s responsibilities.
- Ability to work safely and comfortably with chemicals, at various heights, with increased noise, and while operating power tools; may be exposed to unpleasant or adverse weather conditions.
Nice To Haves
- Vocational training certificate or trade school.
Responsibilities
- Perform skilled maintenance and preventive and corrective maintenance on the physical plant, machinery, and equipment.
- Complete maintenance work in apartments, common areas, offices, and service areas.
- Install, repair, and replace electrical devices and equipment, including HVAC equipment.
- Install, repair, and replace plumbing fixtures.
- Repair and replace door and window closing devices; install closing devices as needed.
- Repair and replace locks.
- Install shelving and other furnishings.
- Touch up apartments and common areas.
- Complete scheduled preventive maintenance and daily work orders.
- Communicate work-order status and report equipment or structures needing repair.
- Respond to emergencies and take appropriate corrective action; contact service or warranty personnel when repairs exceed the department’s capability.
- Respond to maintenance issues on call according to the department rotation.
- Run errands for department parts and operate a vehicle when applicable to the location.
- Participate in required in-service training and departmental meetings.
- Train other maintenance personnel in procedures and potentially help direct other team members’ work.
- Assist the Maintenance Supervisor with overall coordination of the Maintenance Department.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Employer-paid group term life and disability insurance.
- Paid time off (PTO) and six paid holidays.
- 403(b) with a 3% employer match.
- Fitness center use at most facilities.
- Voluntary life and AD&D coverage.
- Tuition assistance and scholarships.
- Employee assistance program.
- Legal services.
- Home and auto insurance.
- Discount purchasing program.
- Pet insurance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
