Storage Maintenance & Operations Technician (Part Time - Flexible Schedule)

We are looking for a prudent and reliable part time self-storage maintenance & operations technician to be responsible for the basic maintenance and repairs, and direct “boots on the ground” oversight of our self-storage facility, which is located at 2150 NE 31st Ave Gainesville, FL.

This role will involve a number of maintenance and repairs tasks of a self storage facility. This role is a part time/flexible role that we expect to work ~5 hours per week and does NOT involve taking any calls from customers. Work can mostly be done on your own schedule throughout the week as long as tasks are completed. It is expected that during the first 1-2 months hours will be 10-15 week and then taper down.

RESPONSBILITIES:

· NOT required to take calls and sell units – that is handled by our third-party call center

· Treat the property like YOU are the owner

· Make small unit repairs (replace slide latch, weather seal, drywall repairs, insulation repairs)

· Complete walkthroughs of the facility once a week to ensure property is clean and organized

· Lockout unpaid storage units monthly

· “Turnover” storage units as customers move out in a timely manner by cleaning the unit, inspecting for damage, and updating unit status in our software

· Complete basic maintenance such as:

• Replacing slide latches
• Replacing weather seals
• Fixing damaged drywall
• Replacing light switches with new timed light switches
• Removing left over items
• Sweeping vacant units
• Oiling door springs and door tracks
• Replacing pest control traps
• Spraying for weeds/pests

· Assist in the auction process for unpaid storage units (cutting locks, taking pictures, etc.)

· Work with our software to update lock status (and therefore have a smartphone)

· Communicate with ownership on issues/status

· Coordinate and verify work of other third-party vendors (door vendors, lawn care, etc.)

REQUIREMENTS / SKILLS

· Have a flexible schedule and understanding this is NOT a full time job (only 1-5 hours a week), expected to be 5-10 hrs /week in the first 1-3 months.

· Existing Handyman / maintenance experience required

· Live in close proximity (less than 10 minutes) from the property located at 2150 NE 31st Ave Gainesville, FL

· Be well organized

· Self-motivated attitude to pro-actively identify issues without being asked to do so

· Ability to use smart phone apps and software

· Ability to work on a remote basis with e-mail, calls, and software

COMPENSATION

· $22/hr for all on-site tasks

· Flat $87.50 per two weeks to account for texts/coordination of tasks

· Paid bi-weekly (once every 2 weeks)

· 1099 Independent contractor - expectation to have your own tools / set your own hours

Pay: $22.00 per hour

Expected hours: 2.0 – 6.0 per week

Work Location: In person