Service Technician - The 505 (MO) (Student Living)

Greystar Management Services•Springfield, MO

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Service Technician performs technical and mechanical work to ensure that buildings, grounds, amenities, and common areas meet the Company’s standards for cleanliness, appearance, safety, and functionality. The role handles resident service requests and preventive maintenance, prepares vacant apartments for leasing and move-ins, maintains supplies and records, and supports the upkeep and safety of the property. The position may require flexible scheduling, including on-call coverage during evenings, weekends, and holidays, and occasional local travel for business meetings or training.

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.
EPA Type I and II or Universal certification for refrigerant recycling; applies to Certified Service Technicians.
Certifications required by applicable state and local jurisdictions.
Ability to use internet, word-processing, spreadsheet, and database-management programs to complete reports and documents.
Proactive and self-motivated, with the ability to work independently, as a leader, and collaboratively as part of a team.
Ability to stand, walk, and/or sit for extended periods and bend, stoop, climb ladders, reach, carry objects, and crawl in confined areas.
Ability to work indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions.
Ability to occasionally lift more than 50 pounds with assistance.
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including on-call coverage during evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Nice To Haves

Additional applicable certifications or licenses, such as HVAC certification.
A valid driver’s license to operate a golf cart on property, depending on property size and if applicable.

Responsibilities

Complete resident-requested work orders and preventive maintenance by diagnosing problems and making repairs in accordance with established policies, procedures, safety standards, and code requirements.
Prepare vacant apartments for leasing and move-ins by completing pre-move-out inspections, creating maintenance punch lists, coordinating vendors and contractors, obtaining supplies, completing maintenance tasks, and inspecting finished work.
Track maintenance inventory, return unused materials and equipment, and notify the maintenance supervisor of reordering needs.
Complete service-request documentation and other paperwork accurately and promptly.
Maintain grounds, common areas, and amenities through trash and debris removal, pressure-washing, general cleaning, and painting curbs and signage as needed.
Support cost-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 report accidents and incidents.
Periodically inspect contractor, vendor, and service-provider work to verify quality, materials, services, scope, and specifications.
Assist with routine and periodic property inspections, identify safety and repair concerns, and communicate the property’s physical needs to management.
Perform other duties as assigned or necessary.

Benefits

Competitive medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance benefits.
Low-cost or free basic employee medical coverage for employee-only coverage.
Paid time off, including 15 vacation days, 4 personal days, 10 sick days, and 11 paid holidays for new hires.
Birthday off after 1 year of service.
Additional vacation accrual with tenure.
Onsite housing discount at Greystar-managed communities for onsite team members, subject to discount and unit availability.
Six-week paid sabbatical after 10 years of service and every 5 years thereafter.
401(k) with company match up to 6% of pay after 6 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.