Maintenance Technician - HVAC Experience Needed

The Scion Group•Baton Rouge, LA

12d•Onsite

About The Position

The Facilities Technician II is an integral part of The Scion Group’s student-living operations. The role responds to maintenance and repair requests, performs preventive maintenance, prepares apartments for turnovers, and requests necessary supplies in a timely manner. The technician helps ensure the safety and functionality of property buildings and equipment and provides optimal service to customers. This experienced role operates in a fast-paced, agile collegiate environment and requires strong problem-solving and technical abilities, along with reliable follow-through. The position is based at the assigned property and may require periodic travel. The technician serves on call except during approved PTO periods.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or trade school diploma, and at least 3–5 years of full-time general maintenance experience, or an equivalent combination.
HVAC certification and EPA 608 certification (Core, Type I, II, and III).
Certified Pool Operator (CPO) certification, or intention 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 schedule flexibility for after-hours and weekend emergencies.
Valid driver’s license.
Ability to access computer programs and use or learn basic computer operations related to the position, such as 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.
Availability to serve on call, except during approved PTO periods.

Responsibilities

Maintain the physical condition of the property according to The Scion Group’s Standard Operating Procedures, OSHA requirements, and industry practices.
Perform physically demanding work to maintain the asset and other property features and minimize liability.
Assume responsibility, as required, for operating, monitoring, diagnosing, and conducting preventive testing on major building systems.
Operate, monitor, diagnose, and perform preventive testing on life-safety systems, including fire pumps, alarm monitoring panels, dry and wet sprinkler systems, visual and audible alarms, backflow preventers, smoke detectors, CO2 sensors and alarms, fire extinguishers, emergency lighting, and means of egress.
Assist in creating emergency and disaster preparedness plans.
Maintain key-management protocols and security, unlock apartment doors, and accompany or escort vendors as needed.
Coordinate delivery and work schedules with vendors and contractors, as approved by the Facilities Manager or Supervisor.
Coordinate maintenance objectives and daily assignments with the Manager or Supervisor.
Diagnose and perform routine maintenance and repairs in a timely and professional manner.
Ensure all service requests are completed.
Request required supplies in a timely manner and prepare apartments for turnovers.