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South Middlesex Opportunity Council, Inc

Maintenance Technician

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What they do

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.

$51,052 / year median in Massachusetts

+19% projected growth

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Job Description

Summary:
Responsible for the completion of all maintenance service requests for SMOC properties as assigned. Maintenance may include the primary fields of electrical; heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC); carpentry; plumbing, painting, etc., in addition to basic repairs and upkeep of appliances and building hardware. Why Work for SMOC? Flexible schedule, work/life balance and a 35-hour work week.
Paid Time Off:
All full-time employees can accrue up to 3 weeks of vacation, 2 weeks of sick time and are eligible for 12 paid holidays during their first year of employment. Employer Paid Life Insurance & AD&D and Long-Term Disability after 6 months of employment. Two Comprehensive Medical Plans with HRA Employer cost-sharing and 79% of premiums covered by the Employer. Dental w/ Orthodontic Coverage with 75% of premiums covered by the Employer EyeMed Vision Insurance 403(B) Retirement Plan with a company match on day one. Additional voluntary benefits including additional Term and Whole Life Insurance policies, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness, and Short-Term Disability. Flexible Spending Accounts, Dependent Care Accounts, Employee Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement and more.
Primary Responsibilities:
Perform a wide variety of general building maintenance repairs and services as assigned utilizing hand, power and specialty tools. Complete turnover process of vacant rooms/apartments as directed by the Maintenance Field Supervisor.

Monitor and maintain all building systems as assigned.

Complete assigned work orders and communicate timely and effectively regarding any changes, delays or closing of work orders.

Perform external property work which may include picking up trash, sweeping curb and dumpster areas, shoveling/blowing/plowing snow and basic landscaping.

Communicate any unusual occurrence and/or damage that have taken place or that may occur.

Work within expense limits established.

Basic competence using payroll and work order mobile applications.

Maintain a professional courteous manner with all tenants, vendors, contractors, and other employees.

Assure all safety standards comply with company, local, City, State and Federal guidelines.

Special projects and other responsibilities as may be determined.

Engage all clients/tenants by understanding and addressing their needs whether within or outside the scope of work.

Attend & participate in team meetings as requested and communicate effectively with clients and staff in other areas.

Maintain confidentiality of client, employee and agency information in accordance with federal and state laws and funder requirements.

Ensure compliance with program/department, agency and/or funder requirements, as well as SMOC policies & procedures.

Other duties as assigned.
Knowledge and Skill Requirements:
High School Diploma or GEDValid Massachusetts Drivers License and reliable transportationExperience in housing/facility maintenanceMust be able to work independentlyFlexibility in schedule and willing to work on-call shiftsDemonstrable use of basic hand tools and power tools.
Organizational Relationship:
Directly reports to Maintenance Field SupervisorDirect reports of this position are None.
Working Conditions:
Travel with own vehicle is required; On Call rotation required; Working in inclement weather conditions; Must be able to work on ladders as part of the responsibilities of this position, the Maintenance Technician will have direct or incidental contact with clients served by SMOC in various programs funded or administered through the Executive Office of Health and Human Services. A successful background check is required. Monday through
Friday:
8:00AM - 4:30PM. Includes a 1-hour unpaid lunch break. 40 Hours per week.

Benefits

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Sick Leave
  • Financial Aid/Assistance
  • 403(b) Tax-Sheltered Annuity Plans