Maintenance Technician

College Town Communities
  • Columbia, South Carolina
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    Job Description

    Job Title: Maintenance Technician – Student Housing
     
    Job Summary We are seeking a reliable and versatile Maintenance Technician to join our team. In this role, you will play a crucial part in maintaining the safety, functionality, and overall quality of our student housing community. You will be responsible for resolving day-to-day work orders, executing preventative maintenance routines, and preparing unit turns during high-volume move-in/move-out seasons.
     
    Our ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, possesses strong troubleshooting abilities, and delivers excellent customer service to our student residents. All necessary tools are provided by the property.
     
    Key Responsibilities
    • Turn Operations & Unit Prep: Perform rapid, high-quality turn maintenance during seasonal student move-in/move-out periods (painting, drywall repair, appliance fixes, deep key/lock changes, and amenity resets).
    • Routine & Emergency Repairs: Diagnose and resolve work orders promptly, including basic plumbing (unclogging drains, fixing leaks), electrical (replacing outlets, light fixtures, switches), basic HVAC, appliance repair, and minor carpentry.
    • Student & Resident Relations: Interact professionally with student residents and parents, maintaining clear communication and high customer satisfaction standards while completing repairs.
    • Preventative Maintenance: Execute regularly scheduled preventative maintenance routines for buildings, grounds, shared amenities, and mechanical systems.
    • Vendor & Subcontractor Coordination: Assist with monitoring exterior contractors and specialized vendors on larger capital or structural projects.
    • Inventory & Asset Management: Maintain accurate records of tools, repair parts, and supplies; notify management when reordering is required.
    • Safety & Inspections: Conduct routine property walkthroughs to identify safety hazards, code compliance issues, or needed structural repairs.
     
    Qualifications & Requirements
    • Education: High school diploma or equivalent required; trade school certification in HVAC, electrical, or building maintenance technology is preferred.
    • Experience: Minimum of 2 years in residential property maintenance, facility operations, or student housing.
    • Technical Skills: Strong working knowledge of basic plumbing, electrical systems, basic HVAC troubleshooting, appliance repair, drywall, and painting.
    • On-Call Availability: Willingness to participate in a rotating schedule for after-hours emergency calls and high-volume student turnover periods.
    • Communication & Organization: Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to prioritize daily work orders effectively through electronic management systems.
    • Physical Requirements: Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, stand for extended periods, climb ladders, and work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
     
    Position Details
    • Job Type: Full-time
    • Schedule: Day shift with rotating on-call/weekend availability for emergencies and turnover seasons
    • Equipment: All required job tools and equipment provided on-site
     
    Salary Range
     
           $55,000 - $60,000 commensurate with experience

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationColumbia, South Carolina
    Websitehttps://www.collegetowncommunities.com

    Skills

    • Asset Managementunmatched
    • Capital Projectunmatched
    • Carpentryunmatched
    • Communication Skillsunmatched
    • Customer Satisfactionunmatched
    • Customer Support/Serviceunmatched
    • Electrical Engineeringunmatched
    • Establish Prioritiesunmatched
    • Hazard Analysisunmatched
    • Identify Issuesunmatched
    • Inventory Managementunmatched
    • Lift/Move 50 Poundsunmatched
    • Maintenance - Appliancesunmatched
    • Maintenance - Electricalunmatched
    • Maintenance - HVACunmatched
    • Maintenance - Plumbingunmatched
    • Maintenance Servicesunmatched
    • On Callunmatched
    • Painting (Facilities and Maintenance)unmatched
    • Physical Demandsunmatched
    • Plumbingunmatched
    • Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
    • Preventative Maintenanceunmatched
    • Property Maintenanceunmatched
    • Record Keepingunmatched
    • Residential Real Estateunmatched
    • Safety Codesunmatched
    • Student Housingunmatched
    • Student Servicesunmatched
    • Writing Skillsunmatched

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