Maintenance Technician - HERE Kansas

Article Student Living•Lawrence, KS

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Technician reports to the Maintenance Supervisor and helps ensure the property meets Article Student Living’s standards for safety, appearance, and maintenance operations. The role maintains the grounds, community areas, and overall curb appeal. Daily responsibilities vary according to the needs of the community. Pay is $22–$23 per hour, plus commission.

Requirements

At least 1 year of related maintenance or construction experience, with hands-on exposure to the repair and upkeep needs of a residential or commercial property.
Customer-service focus, professional and well-maintained appearance, and ability to interact courteously and responsively with residents.
Basic knowledge of residential HVAC systems, including identifying common issues, performing routine maintenance, and coordinating complex repairs with licensed vendors.
Some experience repairing and installing common appliances, including refrigerators, ranges, dishwashers, and washers and dryers.
Working knowledge of drywall repair, including patching, sanding, and finishing walls and ceilings to a move-in-ready standard.
Ability to perform interior and exterior painting, including surface preparation, cutting-in, and rolling to match existing finishes.
Basic plumbing knowledge to address common leaks, clogs, running toilets, and fixture repairs or replacements.
Basic electrical knowledge to safely troubleshoot common issues and repair or replace outlets, switches, and fixtures.
Reliability and a safety-minded approach to daily work.
Ability to provide professional service directly to residents and adapt to the community’s day-to-day needs.

Nice To Haves

CPO (Certified Pool Operator) certification.

Responsibilities

Support the Maintenance Supervisor in ensuring a safe environment for staff and residents.
Resolve maintenance issues that arise within the community and property.
Suggest opportunities to improve efficiency and property upkeep.
Participate in the on-call rotation during certain times of the month.
Maintain the grounds, community areas, and overall curb appeal of the property.