Campus Life & Style

Maintenance Technician

Campus Life & Style
Posted 10/20/2026full-timeAmes • Iowa • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $19 - $21 per hourWebsite
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Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates proficiency in building maintenance, including HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems, while ensuring resident satisfaction through exceptional customer service and effective communication. Maintains compliance with safety regulations and codes, and possesses strong organizational skills for managing property upkeep.

Highest-signal resume keywords
HVAC Systems KnowledgeElectrical Systems KnowledgePlumbing Systems KnowledgeConstruction SkillsCustomer Service Excellence

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Maintain the community’s physical condition both inside and out
  • Promote resident satisfaction through first-class customer service
  • Deliver outstanding customer service and build positive relationships with visitors, prospects, residents, neighbors, community members, schools, and city departments
  • Maintain professionalism in workmanship, communication, personal appearance, organization, and reporting
  • Participate in company training
  • Conduct daily property walkthroughs to ensure all areas are functional, safe, and well-maintained
  • Maintain cleanliness and safety across offices, common areas, stairwells, exteriors, basements, grounds, and models
  • Identify and address potential liability issues related to property maintenance
  • Complete work orders promptly, professionally, and courteously, ensuring thorough cleanup after each task
  • Document and bill residents for damages caused by neglect or misuse, including collecting photos and proof
  • Collaborate with the leasing office to coordinate service requests and optimize resident satisfaction
  • Maintain an organized and safe maintenance shop and storage areas

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Proficient working knowledge of basic building HVAC systems
  • Proficient working knowledge of basic building electrical systems
  • Proficient working knowledge of basic plumbing systems
  • Experience with make-ready unit preparation
  • Construction skills including sheetrock patching, texture, painting, flooring, and carpentry
  • Experience with groundskeeping and irrigation systems
  • Keep all insurances and licenses current
  • Comply with all codes, legal, OSHA, and safety regulations

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • 401(k) with Company Matching
  • Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  • Life Insurance & Parental Leave
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Relocation Assistance
  • Professional Development & Advancement Opportunities
  • Supportive, Fun, and Flexible Work Environment
  • Access to an Unmatched Company Culture that values individuality and innovation

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Hard Skills
HVAC SystemsElectrical SystemsPlumbing SystemsSheetrock PatchingPaintingFlooringCarpentryGroundskeepingIrrigation SystemsMake-Ready Unit Preparation
Soft Skills
Customer ServiceProfessionalismCommunicationOrganizationRelationship Building
Certifications & Qualifications
Current InsurancesLicenses
Industry Keywords
Property MaintenanceSafety RegulationsOSHA ComplianceBuilding CodesLiability Issues