Maintenance Technician

The Scion Group•Atlanta, GA

2h•Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Technician II supports The Scion Group’s student-living properties by responding to maintenance and repair requests, performing preventive maintenance, preparing apartments for turnover, and requesting supplies in a timely manner. The role helps ensure the safety and functionality of property buildings and equipment and provides reliable service to residents and customers. It is an experienced technician position in a fast-paced, collegiate environment that requires strong problem-solving and technical skills, along with consistent follow-through. The position is based at an assigned property and may require periodic travel. It serves in an on-call capacity except during approved paid time off. The technician coordinates work with the Facilities Supervisor and other supervisors or managers, and may be responsible for after-hours emergencies.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or trade school diploma, with 3–5 years of full-time general maintenance experience, or an equivalent combination.
HVAC certification or EPA 608 certification (Core, Type I, II, and III).
Certified Pool Operator (CPO) certification, or willingness to obtain it within six months.
Clear and effective communication skills.
Knowledge of key-management and security systems.
Knowledge of safety procedures and a safety-conscious attitude.
Punctuality and dependability.
Ability to work under pressure with aggressive deadlines and maintain a flexible schedule for after-hours and weekend emergencies.
Valid driver’s license.
Ability and willingness to access computer programs and use or learn basic computer operations related to the role, including Entrata, CMMS, Building Automation Systems, and Digital Control Systems.
Ability and willingness to travel when required.
Ability to stand for 8 hours or longer per day and lift up to 100 pounds as necessary.

Responsibilities

Use Building Automation Systems (BAS), Entrata, and CMMS systems to log service requests and completed work promptly.
Maintain the physical condition of the property in accordance with company procedures, OSHA requirements, and industry standards.
Perform physically demanding maintenance work to maintain the property and reduce liability concerns.
Operate, monitor, diagnose, and conduct preventive testing on major building systems, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical distribution, generators, UPS, elevators, parking structures, doors, and roofing and exterior systems.
Monitor, diagnose, and perform preventive testing on life-safety systems, including fire pumps, alarms, sprinkler systems, backflow preventers, smoke detectors, CO2 alarms, fire extinguishers, emergency lighting, egress systems, and fire dampers.
Assist with developing emergency and disaster preparedness plans and protocols.
Follow key-management and security protocols, unlock apartment doors, and escort vendors as needed.
Coordinate vendor and contractor deliveries and work schedules as approved by the Facilities Supervisor.
Coordinate maintenance objectives and daily assignments with the Supervisor.
Diagnose and complete routine maintenance and repairs in a timely, professional manner, ensuring service requests are completed daily.
Document work performed and parts used, including notes on completed work, supplies, follow-up, required materials, date, and completion signature.
Build positive working relationships with residents, service staff, contractors, and management.
Inspect vacated apartments, document needed repairs, and inform the Facilities Supervisor of required services.
Perform routine appliance repair, carpentry, plumbing and fixture repair, painting, and basic electrical and lighting work to prepare apartments on schedule.
Inspect interior common areas and property exteriors, maintain common areas to company standards, and ensure light fixtures are working.
Complete preventive maintenance on equipment and operating systems to support warranty compliance and extend useful life.
Clean coils and condensers, lubricate equipment, maintain air filters, and perform assigned minor repairs.
Clean work areas and the maintenance shop, and keep them safe.
Maintain authorized parts and supply inventory.
Clean and organize workshops, storerooms, boiler rooms, and utility rooms.
Clean pools and maintain chemical levels when needed.
Pressure-wash sidewalks, buildings, pool decks, and other areas.
Assist with snow removal as required.
Handle after-hours emergencies at the direction of a company supervisor or manager.
Complete training related to job duties as required.