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Form of workAre you interested in becoming a Roving Facilities Maintenance Technician? Westport Properties is looking to hire skilled Maintenance Technicians for our growing roving maintenance position. Skills, including knowledge in plumbing, electrical, HVAC, groundskeeping/landscaping, repair and renovations (doors, windows, sinks, paint, flooring, etc.) and valid driver's license. You will be maintaining and preparing rentals units for new and existing tenants.
If you're looking to be a part of a growing team with great benefits and positive work culture, apply today!
What you can expect from us
- Pay rate: $20-$30 per hour (depending on experience) plus bonus potential
- Medical, Vision, and Dental insurance with employer contribution
- 401(k) plan
- 2 weeks PTO
- 7 paid holidays per year
Duties & Responsibilities
- Drive to Lawrence and Topeka, KS properties as needed to perform the required work
- Work directly with and answer to Maintenance Supervisor (and Property Managers) with constant communication throughout each day working as a team to efficiently provide a positive experience for the tenants.
- Being on call as needed. Projected to be on call one week every 4 to 6 weeks.
- Assisting in inspecting and coordinating all make ready repairs and services
- Looks to provide proactive maintenance instead of reactive maintenance
- Research and gather information related to vendors, contractors, equipment and supplies
- Assist as needed in submitting projects for bids
- Monitoring contractors to make sure work is completed timely and properly
- Completing maintenance logs
- Participating as an integral part of the maintenance team in timely snow removal and ice melt application efforts
- Maintaining a high level of professionalism and appearance on the job and projecting this professionalism to all team members, residents, owners, vendors and subcontractors
Required Skills
- EPA certification (Willingness to obtain in first year)
- HVAC certification (or willingness to obtain)
- Valid State driver's license.
- Clean Driving record.
- Computer knowledge. ie. Typing, spelling, able to use tablets for work orders and communication.
- All maintenance person skills - HVAC, electrical, plumbing, construction, painting, laying flooring and carpet, appliance repair
- Ability to drive to properties, shovel and/or plow snow
- Willingness to learn and follow direction
- Good communication skills
Benefits for Full-Time Employees
- $7,800contributed annually toward Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision
- Company Paid Life Insurance Coverage - up to $50,000 per employee (Basic Life & AD&D)
- 401(k) Plan with employer match
- Generous Paid Time Off offered - earn 2 weeks per year at the start of your hire date
- 7 paid holidays per year
- Paid On-going Professional Development & Training
- Huge Potential for Career Mentorship, Growth and Advancement
- Discretionary bonus based on several factors
About Westport Properties
Founded in 1985, Westport Properties ("WPI") is an owner-operator of self-storage, multifamily and industrial properties across the United States. The Company is a fully integrated operator that develops, acquires and manages its portfolio as well as providing third-party management services. As of January 2022, WPI has approximately 12 million square feet of self-storage space under management with its US Storage Centers brand and 669 multifamily units, employing approximately 400 people nationwide. WPI is a founding partner of the 501(c)3 Kure-It, a non-profit organization that raises money for underfunded cancer research, and Charity Storage, a 501(c)3 that uses vacant storage units to raise money for local charities. To date, Kure-It has raised over $12M and Charity Storage has raised over $500K.
At-Will Employment & Equal Opportunity Employer
Westport Properties, Inc. is a parent company of US Storage Centers (USSC) which provides at-will, equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, disability or genetics. Furthermore, Westport Properties, Inc. expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment and discrimination based on age, disability, color, genetics, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status in compliance with federal, state and applicable local laws governing employment and labor law in every location in which the company conducts business. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
