At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our team to keep our student accommodation safe and comfortable with hands-on maintenance.
- Company: Greystar, a global leader in real estate management and development.
- Benefits: Gain practical skills, work in a supportive environment, and enjoy a diverse workplace.
- Other info: Great opportunity for career growth and community involvement.
- Why this job: Make a difference in students' lives while developing your maintenance skills.
- Qualifications: No extensive experience needed, just a positive attitude and basic handyman skills.
The predicted salary is between 47250 - 57750 $ per year.
We’re on the hunt for a handy, proactive teammate to join the Facilities and Maintenance team at Accolade on Gray – one of Adelaide's most prominent student accommodation sites.
As a Maintenance and Facilities Technician, you will play a key role in maintaining the building, ensuring a safe, clean, and comfortable environment for our residents. You will carry out a variety of maintenance tasks and respond to day-to-day building requests.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct general building maintenance and repairs
- Perform minor plumbing repairs, including fixing leaks, replacing taps, and clearing minor blockages
- Carry out lighting maintenance, including replacing lamps and downlights
- Complete painting and touch-up work in common areas and apartments
- Getting rooms guest-ready for new residents - from quick fixes to final checks
- Support contractors and assist with building inspections when required
- Respond to maintenance requests in a professional and timely manner
- Maintain a safe and tidy work environment
What you bring:
- No need for decades of experience, just solid practical skills, a positive attitude, and a willingness to get stuck in. Some experience in maintenance, facilities, or a trade preferred but not essential (general handyman work, plumbing, carpentry, electrical, HVAC, painting etc.)
- Strong communication, attention to detail, and customer service skills
- General knowledge of basic building repairs
- Ability to work independently and manage priorities
- Confidence to set up and use hand and power tools safely, and effectively (all tools supplied)
- A positive, can-do attitude and willingness to assist where needed
- Ability to safely perform manual handling tasks, carry and use a 12kg ladder
Greystar is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. By coming to work for us, you’ll be part of an organisation that encourages diversity, supports charities and environmental initiatives.
We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, and people of all backgrounds to apply. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at time of application. Your personal information will be kept confidential in compliance with relevant privacy legislation.
Maintenance Technician in Adelaide employer: Greystar
Greystar is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises employee well-being and growth. With competitive benefits including generous paid time off, a robust 401(k) plan, and unique perks like a 6-week paid sabbatical after 10 years of service, Greystar fosters an environment where Maintenance Technicians can thrive in their roles while contributing to the upkeep of high-quality residential properties. Located in vibrant communities, employees enjoy the added advantage of onsite housing discounts, making it a rewarding place to build a career.
