Maintenance Technician - Intern - Room for Advancement

Who We Are
South Oxford Management is a full-service property management company with locations in Texas, Georgia, Virginia, New Jersey, Florida, and Connecticut. We are dedicated to offering an exceptional experience to our residents and team members. Our owners bring years of expertise in the industry to South Oxford Management, assuring quality in every aspect of our business. From asset management to leasing, we are passionate about making positive experiences for people. Putting people first is our mission.
When you join South Oxford Management, you become part of a team, where you’re encouraged to learn, share ideas, and participate in team building and charitable activities.

Internship Dates: June 3, 2024 - August 30, 2024

How You Will Contribute
The Maintenance Technician performs technical and mechanical work that ensures the physical aspects of the buildings, grounds, amenities, and common areas of the property meet the Company’s standards for cleanliness, appearance, safety, and overall functionality.

Things You Will Do
Maintenance
• Perform routine work orders at the community, which may include completing emergency and on-call tickets
• Perform routine preventive maintenance
• Take pride in the apartment community; visually inspect and address areas of concern, keep community clean and make note of service needs
• Diagnose and perform maintenance/repairs including but not limited to HVAC, plumbing, electrical and pool maintenance
• Keep the Maintenance Shop stocked, organized, and clean
Safety
• Be mindful of the condition of the community and initiate action to correct unsafe conditions, i.e., broken gates leading to pool, broken steps, open holes, broken/burned out exterior lights
• Think safety first and ensure that unsafe conditions are corrected promptly
• Report major repairs and needs requisitions to maintenance supervisor and property manager
• Remove and transfer of appliances, abandoned furniture and equipment
• Schedule and perform routine preventive maintenance
Customer Service
• Provide outstanding customer service to residents and future residents
• Inspect and help coordinate all make-ready repairs and services
• Help your team anticipate problems that residents might have before they even occur
• Act as the gatekeeper of maintenance information — tracking and assigning everything from resident service requests to preventive maintenance records
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Maintenance Supervisor or Community Manager

Things You Will Need

• Familiarity with basic tools and equipment

• Ability to read and interpret work orders

• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills

• Excellent communication and customer service skills

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies and processes

• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation

• Physical ability to lift and move heavy objects, climb ladders, and work in various weather conditions

Must Have a Valid Drivers License
• Must be able to walk the property which includes climbing stairs
• Must be able to bend, stoop, squat, kneel, climb stairs, push, pull, reach, carry supplies
• Stand for extended periods of time
• May be required to lift to 50 pounds without assistance
• Travel up to 10% or rarely
• Skills:
o General knowledge of all things pertaining to property maintenance
o Skill in the safe use and maintenance of hand and power tools
o Have a steady hand, good eyesight, and dexterity when using hand tools, and machinery
o Able to multitask and meet deadlines
o Knowledgeable of pertinent laws including EPA and OSHA regulations
o Certified Pool Operator, Universal Freon License, including R410A preferable South Oxford

What We Will Provide You
South Oxford Management provides a range of insurance options and benefits for our full-time team members. Including:
• Medical/Rx
• Dental
• Vision
• Employer Paid Life/AD&D
• Voluntary Life/AD&D
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Accident Plan
• Hospital Indemnity Plan
• Critical Illness Plan
• Legal/ID Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement w/ Match + Immediate Vesting
• Paid Holidays and Time Off (3+ weeks)
• Rent Discount (30%)
• Tuition Reimbursement($2,000/year)
• Paid Parental Leave (4 weeks)
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Employee Rewards and Recognition

You’re exceptional. Let us make you feel it. Join our team.
South Oxford Management LLC is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer EOE/M/F/D/V/SO.
South Oxford Management LLC is committed to providing a workplace that is free from the use, sale, possession, or distribution of illegal drugs and alcohol as well as free from the abusive use of legal drugs or alcohol. All job applicants are required to take and successfully complete a drug and/or alcohol test before they will be permitted to begin employment. Applicants that refuse to take a test or do not cooperate with the test representatives will not be permitted to begin employment. If a test yields a positive result for drugs or alcohol, the Company may withdraw the offer of employment to an applicant where permitted by state law.