Maintenance Technician - Enclave Apartments (Student Living)

Greystar•Berkeley, CA

13d•$26 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

This position performs technical and mechanical work to ensure the buildings, grounds, amenities, and common areas of the property meet Greystar’s standards for cleanliness, appearance, safety, and functionality. The technician completes service requests and preventative maintenance, prepares vacant apartments for leasing and new residents, maintains supplies and service documentation, and helps keep property grounds and shared areas in good condition. The role also supports cost control, follows safety and risk-management procedures, may inspect contractor work, and assists with property inspections. Other duties may be assigned as necessary.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or related experience and/or training.
At least 2 years of experience in property management maintenance, other building maintenance, or a related trade.
May be required to hold various certifications, such as HVAC certifications, and licenses.
Proactive and self-motivated, with the ability to work independently, as a leader, and collaboratively as a team member.
Proficiency with internet, word processing, spreadsheet, and database management programs for completing reports and documents.
EPA Type I and II or Universal certification for refrigerant recycling is required for Certified Service Technicians.
Certifications required by applicable state and local jurisdictions.
A valid driver’s license may be required to operate a golf cart on the property, depending on property size and applicability.
Ability to stand, walk, and/or sit for extended periods; bend, stoop, climb ladders, reach, carry objects, and crawl in confined areas.
Ability to work indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions, including rain, snow, heat, hail, wind, and sleet.
Ability to occasionally lift more than 50 pounds with assistance.
Ability to work a flexible schedule that includes taking call during evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Local routine travel may be required for business meetings, training, or other work-related situations.

Responsibilities

Complete resident-requested work orders and preventative maintenance by diagnosing problems and making repairs according to established policies, procedures, safety standards, and code requirements.
Prepare vacant apartment homes for leasing and move-in by conducting pre-move-out inspections, creating maintenance punch lists, scheduling vendors or contractors, obtaining supplies, completing maintenance tasks, and inspecting completed work.
Track the use of maintenance materials, supplies, equipment, and tools; return unused items and notify the maintenance supervisor of reordering needs.
Complete service-request documentation and other paperwork accurately and on time.
Maintain grounds, common areas, and amenities by removing trash and debris, pressure-washing breezeways and pool areas, cleaning, and painting curbs and signage as needed.
Support cost-cutting and expense-control programs by repairing parts when possible, avoiding waste, and using tools and equipment correctly.
Follow safety and risk-management policies, attend routine safety meetings, complete required safety training, and promptly and accurately report accidents and incidents.
Periodically inspect contractor, vendor, and service-provider work to verify that quality, materials, services, scope, and specifications meet requirements.
Assist with routine and periodic property inspections to identify safety and risk concerns, maintain the property, and communicate its physical needs to management.
Perform other duties as assigned or necessary.

Benefits

Competitive medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; low or free basic employee medical costs for employee-only coverage.
Paid time off: 15 vacation days, 4 personal days, 10 sick days, and 11 paid holidays for new hires; birthday off after one year of service; additional vacation accrues with tenure.
Onsite housing discount at Greystar-managed communities for onsite team members, subject to discount terms and unit availability.
Six-week paid sabbatical after 10 years of service and every five years thereafter.
401(k) with company match up to 6% of pay after six months of service.
Paid parental leave.
Lifetime fertility benefit reimbursement up to $10,000, including adoption or surrogacy.
Employee Assistance Program.
Critical illness, accident, hospital indemnity, pet insurance, and legal plans.
Charitable giving program and benefits.
The role may be eligible for weekly, monthly, and/or quarterly bonus programs for onsite property positions.