Preventative Maintenance & Mechanical Engineer - University Of Ky

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.

1. Leads on-site maintenance staff in the diagnosis of problems and repairs in the areas of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, swimming pool, carpentry, dry wailing, exterior structure, and appliance. Schedules preventative and floating maintenance, if applicable.

2. For assigned sites, manages all vendor/contractor scheduling and project/work coordination (includes, but is not limited to, recurring contract management, ad-hoc repairs, etc.).

3. Periodically inspects work performed by contractors, vendors, and other service providers to verify the work, materials, and services meet quality standards, scope, and specifications as required.

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

5. Works in close coordination with Capital Projects Group when necessary (and if applicable) to ensure capital projects at assigned sites are properly scheduled and assists with the completion of capital projects in a timely manner.

6. Develops contract renovation schedules, monitors progress, and holds contractors accountable to strict production schedules.

7. Orders project related materials within budget guidelines; maintaining accurate documentation of each ordered item.

8. Maintains constant communication with community managers, providing daily project updates.

9. Ensures all contracted duties adhere to a detailed scope of work.

10. Inspects vacant units and inventory work to be performed adhering to the renovation/rehabilitation process.

11. May participate in negotiating pricing for all contracted work, including change orders, to stay within or below budget.

12. Responsible for the renovation of units which could include but is not limited to carpentry, plumbing, electrical, repairs, cleaning and painting. Ensures compliance with all safety regulations including but not limited to the use of a back brace, safety goggles, ad gloves as appropriate while renovating units.

Mechanical Engineering degree preferred , but not required.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Parental leave
• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• 401(k)
• Professional development assistance
• Life insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Referral program
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Vision insurance
• Flexible schedule

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Lexington, KY: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person