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Maintenance Technician II - Real Estate

Washington University in St. Louis
6262 Olive, United States, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 9 Jun 2026
💰 $64,000/yr($42,000/yr$64,000/yr)

About the role

Scheduled Hours

40

Position Summary

Performs maintenance service and/or repairs of all residential, commercial and/or off-campus properties in two or more areas of skills including, but not limited to, plumbing, carpentry, machine servicing, and electrical repairs or installations for the properties maintained by Real Estate department. Estimates time and determines materials required to complete various projects. The Maintenance Technician II will complete these repairs and perform preventative maintenance as required for the general upkeep of the properties of Real Estate department. Performs all work under the general supervision of the Maintenance Supervisor, and in accordance with established safety procedures.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Performs maintenance and repairs on a daily basis assigned by the Maintenance Supervisor or other managerial staff at the residential and commercial properties. Assesses work orders and carries out work independently to completion, as appropriate. Logs materials used for appropriate warehouse tracking. Estimates, tracks and documents time spent carrying out service and repairs.
  • Resolves routine questions and problems. Issues outside of normal daily duties and functions are referred to the Maintenance Supervisor for review and resolution.   
  • Assesses and troubleshoots maintenance and repair situations of residential, commercial, and/or off-campus properties that may occur outside of the written work order; resolves as appropriate.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions:

Job Location/Working Conditions

  • Work outside during all seasons and weather conditions
  • Comfort using hand tools, power equipment

Physical Effort

  • Ability to lift 80 pounds

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required Qualifications

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent high school certification or combination of education and/or experience.


Certifications/Professional Licenses:

No specific certification/professional license is required for this position.


Work Experience:

Property Maintenance Or Related Area (2 Years)


Skills:

Not Applicable


Driver's License:

A Class E (MO) or Class D (IL) license and a good driving record are required for this position.

More About This Job

Required Qualifications:

  • Relevant vocational degree or certification may substitute for some of the minimum experience required.

Based on job duties, the following may be required within 6 months of employment:

  • Valid Missouri Class E Driver’s license.

  • Good driving record.

Preferred Qualifications

Education:

Vocational Diploma - specific trade or career


Certifications/Professional Licenses:

No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.


Work Experience:

Property Maintenance (3 Years)

Skills:

Construction Equipment, Construction Projects, Electrical Installations, Heavy Equipments, Interpersonal Communication, Learning New Concepts, Motor Vehicle Maintenance, Oral Communications, Self Motivation, Sound Judgment, Teamwork, Vehicle Repairs, Working Independently, Written Communication

Grade

G08-H

Salary Range

$21.17 - $32.85 / Hourly

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

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