Your Opportunity

Scion is paving a path in student living and the Facilities Technician II is an integral part in the execution of our vision. This position responds to maintenance and repair service requests, carries out preventive maintenance tasks, prepares apartments for turnovers, and stays on top of requesting required supplies in a timely matter. The Facilities Technician II ensures safety and functionality of the property’s buildings and equipment and ensures optimal service is provided to our customers.

The Facilities Technician II is an experienced technician who excels in a fast-paced, agile, collegiate environment. This role demands superior problem solving, technical abilities and unwavering follow through.

Your Responsibilities

• Maintain the physical condition of the property according to The Scion Group’s Standard Operating Procedures, OSHA and Industry’s standards.
• Perform physically demanding work to maintain the asset, and other property features to minimize liability concerns.
• Assume responsibility (as required) over operating, system monitoring/diagnostics, and preventative testing for major building systems.
• Operate system monitoring/diagnostics, preventative testing for life safety systems such as: fire pumps, fire alarm monitoring panels, dry/wet sprinkler systems, visual and audible alarms, back flow preventers, smoke detectors, CO2 sensors/alarms, fire extinguishers, emergency lighting, means of egress, and fire dampers.
• Assist in creating emergency and disaster preparedness plans and protocols.
• Maintain key management protocols and security, unlocking apartment doors and accompany/escort various vendors as needed.
• Coordinate delivery and work schedules with vendors, contractors as approved by the Facilities Manager or Supervisor.
• Coordinate maintenance objectives and daily assignments with the Manager or Supervisor.
• Diagnose and perform routine maintenance/repair in a timely and professional manner.
• Assure all service requests are completed daily.
• Document work performed and parts used; and submit daily upon completion, including legible notes on what was done, the supplies used, further follow-up and materials needed, date and signature of completion.
• Promote good public relations with residents, service staff, contractors, and management through great “people” attitude and resident trust.
• Inspect vacated apartments and record necessary repairs and maintenance, informing the Facilities Manager or Supervisor of needed services and repairs.
• Routinely perform duties including basic appliance repair, general carpentry, plumbing/fixture repair, painting, and basic electric & lighting to make apartments ready on a timely basis, and ensure meeting completion dates set by the General Manager/Property Manager.
• Routinely inspect interior common areas and the exterior of the property, ensuring daily upkeep of all common areas with company standards, and all the light fixtures are in working order.
• Complete preventive maintenance tasks on all equipment and operating systems to ensure warranty compliance and extended useful life.
• Clean coils and condensers, lubricate equipment, maintain air filters and perform minor repair work as assigned.
• Perform routine clean up at repair location or in maintenance shop, keeping working area clean and safe.
• Maintain parts and supply inventory, as authorized.
• Clean and organize the workshops, storerooms, boiler rooms, and utility rooms.
• Clean pools; adjust and maintain chemicals to proper levels, if needed.
• Pressure-wash sidewalks, buildings, pool decks, etc.
• Assist in snow removal at property, as required.
• Assume responsibility for after-hours emergencies at the direction of the company supervisor/manager.
• Undertake training related to job duties as deemed necessary.

The responsibilities listed above may not be all-inclusive.

What we Require

• High school/GED or trade school diploma and with minimum of 3-5 years of full-time general maintenance experience, or an equivalent combination
• HVAC certification/EPA 608 certification (Core, Type I, II & III)
• Certified Pool Operator (CPO), or intention to obtain within six months
• Clear and effective communication skills
• Knowledge of key management and security systems
• Knowledge of safety procedures with a safety conscious attitude, record of punctuality and dependability, ability to work with pressure of aggressive deadlines, and flexible schedule to accommodate after-hours and weekend emergencies
• Valid driver’s license
• Demonstrated ability to access computer programs and use or learn basic computer operations related to position requirements (ie. Entrata, CMMS, Building Automation system & Digital Control System)
• Ability and willingness to travel when required
• Ability to stand 8 hours or longer per day and lift up to 100 lbs. as necessary

Operational Details

• Job location is at the assigned property. May be required to travel
• Serves in an “on-call” capacity, except during approved PTO

Your Benefits

• FLSA Status Non-Exempt/Exempt
• Discretionary annual bonus
• Paid Time Off + Floating holidays
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401k Matching
• Paid Parental Leave
• Learning reimbursement opportunities

 The Scion Group LLC provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, national origin, color, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, physical or mental disability (as long as the employee/applicant is otherwise qualified for the job with or without a reasonable accommodation), genetic information, HIV/AIDS status, marital status, uniformed service, veteran status, pregnancy or other legally protected status or category under federal or state law. The Scion Group LLC complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in all locations in which the Company has properties. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfers, leaves of absence, compensation, training and other terms and conditions of employment. The Scion Group LLC is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunities.

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Welcome to Vaco – an uncommon company with an empowered culture. At Vaco, we welcome talented malcontents seeking a collaborative environment where creative freedom rings.  

Entrepreneur and sales leader sought for growing finance and accounting practice! Our clients range from CFOs and VPs of finance, tax, and internal audit as well as Controllers and Accounting Managers. They rely on us because we speak their language and understand their needs.  If you have the finance and accounting credentials, business acumen, and market intelligence to deliver the right expertise, read on.   

Since 2002, we have grown to more than 40 locations; and with no plans of slowing down anytime soon, we are seeking big thinkers to lead us into the future.  

If you are looking for a conservative, bureaucratic corporation, Vaco may not be the place for you.  If, however, you are a lifetime learner who thrives in a high growth, entrepreneurial environment, read on! 

A Day in the Life 

Your CFO client just called.  Her accounting department could really use help prepping for an upcoming audit.  Or maybe she needs a seasoned project manager to lead a merger integration.   

As Client Services Director, you are a core revenue driver, promoting Vaco to area businesses for critical projects in audit, tax, finance, accounting, and more.   

Duties and Responsibilities 

• Grow and develop strong relationships with clients and senior accounting & financial leaders. 
• Work with an elite recruitment team to fulfill special projects and interim positions in audit, financial reporting, FP&A, M&A, taxation, software implementations, and more. 
• Keep a regular pulse on the market as it relates to businesses and hiring trends. (e.g., Expansions, mergers/acquisitions, dissolutions, relocations, new businesses entering the market, etc.…) 
• Establish and conduct client visits according to activity goals.  
• Actively develop and maintain a target account list. 
• Manage open client opportunities from intake to fulfillment.  

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Desired Competencies and Skills: 

• Customer/Candidate Focus - Builds strong customer relationships and delivers customer-centric solutions. 
• Results Oriented - Consistently achieves results, even under tough circumstances. 
• Communicates Effectively - Develops and delivers written and verbal communication that conveys clear understanding of different audiences and their levels of comprehension. Active listener to ensure clear understanding. 
• Planning Forethought and Alignment - Plans and prioritizes work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals. 
• Interpersonal Intelligence - Understands self and others’ emotions and is able to manage self and others’ emotions to create a comfortable environment removing internal and external barriers to build rapport with others, including those with diverse opinions and beliefs, by acting with respect, dignity, and integrity. 
• Decision Quality -  Makes good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward. 
• Collaborative - Partners and connects with others to achieve shared goals or objectives, seeking input and inspiring others to value the same, building trust with each collaborative interaction. 

Education/Experience:  

• Bachelor’s Degree required. CPA, CFA, MBA or other professional designation highly desired.  
• Minimum 2 to 3 years’ selling accounting/financial project solutions or comparable client relations experience in audit, tax, and/or public accounting. 
• Proven success achieving and/or exceeding performance goals.  

Technical Skills:  

• Must have working knowledge of MS Office Suite 
• Experience with Bullhorn preferred. 

Travel: 

<20% -Occasional travel to annual conference or client sites 

Physical Demands: The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position:

Frequent:        Sitting, walking, eye/hand/foot coordination and repetitive motion.

Occasional:     Standing and bending.

Infrequent:      Lifting up to 10 pounds.