Why Southern Land?

Our full-service company is comprised of planning, architecture, design, construction, marketing, and resident experience professionals—all in-house and working together every day to envision and create uniquely beautiful places.

Position Summary

Southern Land Company, a national real estate development and construction firm is seeking a full-time Service Technician to join our dynamic team in Philadelphia, PA.

Alcott is offering an exciting opportunity for an individual who is passionate about providing world class customer service. The successful candidate must possess excellent organizational and communication skills with a flawless attention to detail and a demonstrated ability to work independently. 

The Alcott, located at 5th and Spring Garden Streets, is a 12-story mixed-use property opening in 2024. It will feature 329 rental residences, 111 bicycle stalls, and 87 parking spaces. Amenities include a co-working space, fitness center, dog spa, dog park with a bar, and a resort-style pool with cabanas. The Alcott seamlessly integrates indoor and outdoor spaces, situated in an area rich with art, energy, and historic charm.

Primary Responsibilities

• Responsible for painting and repairing damaged walls.
• Monitors and replaces lights as necessary.
• Repairs and/or replaces windows, latches, screens, hinges, sliding glass doors, shelves, smoke alarms, baseboards, mirrors, closet doors, ceiling fans, mini blinds, faucets, sink plugs, washers, holes in the walls, and hangs drapes
• Repair all appliances and reports problems to Maintenance Supervisor or General Manager.
• Monitors and changes locks and make keys as necessary.
• Performs repairs to sinks and bathtubs, and minor repairs and replacement of bathroom tile.

Skills/Knowledge/Experience

• Solid teamwork skills with flexibility to adjust to changing project requirements and deadlines
• Ability to anticipate maintenance needs of property
• Must be able to climb stairs on regular basis
• Must be available to assist with after-hours emergency situations
• Must be reliable and present a positive, professional image
• Ability to keep sensitive information highly confidential
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, ability to take initiative, use good judgment, demonstrate a strong sense of urgency and attention to detail, and carry multiple projects through to completion.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize work and ask for further clarification when necessary.
• Ability to work under pressure with tight time constraints, as well as the ability to deal with frequent interruptions, unresolved situations, frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Ability to lift/move 25 lbs. regularly and 50 lbs. occasionally
• Possible exposure to changing weather conditions and chemical fumes

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 2 years of practical experience
• Fair Housing Training
• Valid Driver’s license and ownership of vehicle in good repair

Company Overview

Southern Land Company believes that community is the heart of every successful development project. With that as our starting point, we create residential developments around the country that provide a generous, comfortable lifestyle to those that call them home. In support of our single family and multifamily projects, we also undertake key retail, office, and recreation developments to craft convenient, complete communities. We believe in big ideas and paying attention to every detail required to realize them.

We Have…

• A strong brand recognized for quality, performance, and artistry
• Guiding principles of creativity and innovation
• An open mind for new ideas and creative methods
• A strong compensation and benefits package, including health, vision, dental, 401k with a strong match and more!

Southern Land Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and we seek to create an inclusive work place that embraces diverse backgrounds, life experiences and perspectives. Southern Land Company offers a competitive benefits package, including 401k and paid time off. Southern Land Company is a Drug Free Workplace. For more information, please visit our website at www.southernland.com.

The above information is only an illustration of the general nature and level of work performed by the employee within this classification. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.

The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the Company and employee and is subject to change by the Company as the needs of the Company and requirements of the job change.