A Building and General Maintenance Technician performs building maintenance and appliance repairs for an apartment complex, housing division, residential center or business, as directed by a property manager.
Maintenance Mechanic, TIER 1: This position involves the performance of semi-skilled and skilled, diversified duties in connection with repairs and maintenance of buildings and grounds.
Responsibilities:
Performs a wide range of buildings, grounds and facilities repair and maintenance functions, such as carpentry, plumbing, electrical and mechanical work. Knowledge of and manual skills in repairing such items as: stoves and refrigerators, windows, doors, mechanical equipment, snow plowing and removal, and in other maintenance duties. Should have a broad range of experience in several of the above noted areas at a skill level normally required of a journeyman or higher. When on 24 hr. call must always be within a 30-minute drive of the GHA developments.
Qualifications:
Candidates must obtain a passing grade on a GHA Maintenance exam. Must be capable of providing on-call emergency coverage approximately every 7 weeks on a rotation basis. Must be in good physical health, possess a valid MA Driver's License, have reliable transportation and be able to lift 70 lb. objects. Trade licenses/certifications are highly desirable. Bi-lingual a plus. Full benefits (health insurance, dental, City retirement program). 40hrs/wk. AFSCME (union), $38.39/per hour plus an on-call stipend. Position open until September 11, 2026 or when filled. Please submit a cover letter & resume to: Gloucester Housing Authority, P.O. Box 1599, Gloucester, MA 01931-1599 or through email to jhapgood@ghama.com. The Gloucester Housing Authority is an equal opportunity/affirmative action, section 3 employer. We value diversity and strongly encourage applications from individuals from all identities and backgrounds. All applicants will receive consideration for employment based on their experience and qualifications and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, age, veteran status, economic status, ancestry, or national or ethnic origin. We strongly encourage applications from Section 3 qualifying individuals, veterans, women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.
Pay:
$38.39 per hour
Benefits:
Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Paid time off Retirement plan
