Maintenance Technician I - Real Estate

at  Washington University in St Louis

POSITION SUMMARY

Performs maintenance service and/or repairs in two or more areas of skill including, but not limited to, plumbing, carpentry, machine servicing, and electrical repairs or installations for the properties maintained by Quadrangle Housing Company. Estimates time and determines materials required to complete various projects. The Maintenance Technician I will complete these repairs and provide preventative maintenance as required for the general upkeep of the properties of Quadrangle Housing Company. Performs all work under the direct supervision of the Maintenance Supervisor, and in accordance with established safety procedures.

EDUCATION:

High school diploma or equivalent high school certification.

WORK EXPERIENCE:

Property Maintenance Or Related Area (6 Months)

SKILLS:

Not Applicable

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Good driving record.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education demonstrating knowledge of one or more areas of maintenance service or repair: plumbing, carpentry, machine servicing and electrical.
• Experience providing maintenance and repairs to rehab quality properties.
• Interpersonal skills to maintain a positive and professional relationship with residents and other staff.
• Basic skills using tools and equipment appropriate for the position.

EDUCATION:

No additional education beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section.

WORK EXPERIENCE:

No additional work experience beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section.

SKILLS:

Electrical Repair, Interpersonal Communication, Machine Servicing, Oral Communications, Plumbing, Written Communication

• Performs maintenance and repairs on a daily basis assigned by the Maintenance Supervisor or other managerial staff.
• Assesses work orders and carries out the work, as appropriate, under the supervision of the Maintenance Supervisor or a Maintenance Technician II, as assigned.
• Logs materials used for appropriate warehouse tracking.
• Estimates, tracks and documents time spent carrying out service and repairs.
• Resolves routine questions and problems in consultation with Maintenance Supervisor. Issues outside of normal daily duties and functions are referred to the Maintenance Supervisor for review and resolution.
• Other duties as assigned.