Preventative Maintenance & Mechanical Engineer -Woodland Glen III IV (Student Living)

Education Realty Trust Inc. Lexington , KY 40598

Posted 2 weeks ago

Working closely with the Community Manager and maintenance team, this role will serve as the liaison between HVAC and MEP contractors and will facilitate/coordinate capital projects.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Basic Qualifications:

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

  • Must be proactive, self-directed, highly motivated, and possess skills in time management.

  • Experience working with HVAC units (water-sourced heat pumps) as well as major mechanical equipment, including but not limited to boilers, building automation systems, heat exchangers, and cooling towers

  • Demonstrated ability in negotiating contracts, evaluating and selecting vendors, and managing project timelines and budgets.

  • High school diploma or equivalent and a minimum of 3 years' experience within property management maintenance with major mechanical and plumbing experience.

Essential Responsibilities:

1.Possess thorough understanding of electrical systems working with single phase and three phase electrical distribution systems of 120/277/480 volts.

2.Proficient in Building Automation Systems to monitor and operate various HVAC and Electric systems (experience with JCI/ Metasys a plus).

3.Understand mechanical system's building infrastructure to include boilers, heat exchanges, cooling towers, water treatment and associated equipment.

4.Know plumbing systems, including but not limited to commercial gas fired water heaters, storage tanks, domestic water distribution systems, and mixing valves.

5.Comprehend all electrical distributions, emergency generators, fire life safety, and wet and dry pipe sprinkler systems.

6.Lead efforts and take ownership and responsibility for the physical appearance and condition of the building infrastructure and maintain all mechanical, plumbing, electrical, and other utility spaces in a clean and orderly fashion.

7.Develop contractor scope of work for Preventive Maintenance program, negotiate maintenance service contracts and manage vendor support services.

8.Manage all vendor/contractor scheduling and project/work coordination (includes, but is not limited to, recurring contract management, ad-hoc repairs, etc.)

9.Inspect work performed by contractors, vendors, and other service providers to verify the work, materials, and services meet quality standards, scope, and specifications as required on periodic basis.



  1. Participate in negotiating pricing for all contracted work, including change orders, to stay within or below budget, if applicable.

  2. Work in close coordination with Regional Maintenance Managers (RMM) for the scheduling and completion of RMM inspections.

  3. Work in close coordination with Capital Projects Group when necessary (and if applicable) to ensure capital projects are properly scheduled and assist with the completion of capital projects in a time manner.

  4. Order project related materials within budget guidelines while maintaining accurate documentation of each ordered item.

  5. Inspect vacant units and inventory work to be performed adhering to the renovation/rehabilitation process.

  6. Is responsible for the renovation of units which could include but is not limited to carpentry, plumbing, electrical, repairs, cleaning and painting.


Other Responsibilities:

  • Completes various human resources, financial, administrative, and other reports and analysis.

  • Ensure compliance with all safety regulations including but not limited to the use of a back brace, safety goggles, and gloves as appropriate while renovating units.

  • Performs other duties as assigned or as necessary

Organizational Responsibilities:

  • Follows established policies and procedures by monitoring and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, organizational standards, and operational processes related to area(s) of responsibility and reporting violations or infractions to appropriate individual(s).

  • Practices proper safety techniques in accordance with Company, property, and departmental policies, procedures, and standards by immediately reporting any mechanical or electrical equipment malfunctions, employee/ visitor/resident injuries or accidents, or other safety issues to appropriate individual(s).

  • Identifies areas for improvement and offers suggestions to improve efficiency and productivity.

  • Keeps abreast of current changes in technology, processes, and standards within the industry and area(s) of responsibility by attending internal and external training classes, research and/or subscribing to the internet or other professional publications or utilizing other appropriate method(s) to obtain business and professional information and applies knowledge and practices to area(s) of responsibility.

Working Conditions:

Incumbents work in an office environment.

Physical Demands:

  • Incumbents are required to stand, walk, and/or sit for extended periods of time with moderate climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and reaching. • Incumbents must be able to push, pull, lift, carry, or maneuver weights of up to fifty (50) pounds independently and one hundred (100) pounds with assistance. • Rare travel may be required to attend business meetings, training classes, or other situations necessary for the accomplishment of some or all of the daily responsibilities of this position

Required Licenses or Certifications:

May be required to hold various certifications (i.e., HVAC) and licenses.

The salary for the position is $80,000 - $100,000.

The relocation bonus for this position is $2500.

Compensation is based on geographic location and individual pay decisions will vary based on demonstrated job related skills, knowledge, experience, education, certifications, etc.

Corporate Positions: In addition to the base salary, may be eligible for an annual performance bonus that is based on individual and company performance.

Onsite Property Positions: In addition to the base salary, may be eligible for a discretionary weekly, monthly and/or quarterly bonus based on budget.

Greystar seeks to attract, recruit, advance and retain top talent. Greystar's compensation strategy is tailored to appropriately reward the skillset and experience that a team member will bring to the organization.

Robust Benefits Offered for Full-time Team Members:

  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Life

  • 401(k) with Company Match (eligibility required)

  • Short-term & Long-term Disability

  • Critical Illness/Accident/Hospital Indemnity Plans

  • Employee Assistance Program

  • Generous Paid Time Off: Time off benefits include vacation, holidays, personal days, and sick time and parental leave

For Union and Prevailing Wage roles compensation and benefits may vary from the listed information above due to Collective Bargaining Agreements and/or local governing authority.

Greystar will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.


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