Roving Facilities Maintenance Technician (Topeka, KS) - Westport Properties, Inc.

Are 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 online OR stop by at our Huntley Ridge (2908 SW 31st Ct. Topeka, KS) or Sagebrook Townhomes (837 Michigan St. Lawrence, KS) location to fill out an application in-person.

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 properties as needed to perform the required work (5 locations in Topeka & 2 locations in Lawrence)
• 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 8 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

Qualifications

• EPA certification preferred or willing to obtain. (Exam fee reimbursement available.)
• HVAC certification preferred or willing to obtain.
• Valid State driver’s license & clean driving record
• Computer knowledge (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

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Eligibility
• Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life Insurance Benefits
• Supplemental (Flexible Spending Accounts, Disability, Cancer/Critical Care, Hospitalization, Accident)
• Recognition of Hard Work and Exemplary Performance
• Clean, Air Conditioned, Friendly Working Environment
• 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 October 2023, WPI has approximately 15.0 million square feet of self storage space under management and its total assets under management is approaching $3.2 billion with its US Storage Centers brand as well as over 650 multifamily units while employing over 600 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 $15M and Charity Storage has raised over $1.2M.

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.