Maintenance Technician/Janitorial

The Opportunity

Description

Maintenance Technician

Location: Worcester, MA
Pay: $23.00–$25.00 per hour
Schedule: Monday–Friday | 8:30 AM–5:00 PM

Join a Team That Takes Pride in Its Communities

Are you a hands-on maintenance professional who enjoys variety in your workday? We're looking for a dependable Maintenance Technician to maintain a scattered-site affordable housing community consisting of approximately 70 apartment homes, all within walking distance of one another in Worcester.

This position offers a great mix of maintenance and janitorial responsibilities. Approximately 20 hours each week will be dedicated to maintaining clean and welcoming common areas, with the remainder of your time focused on apartment maintenance and resident service requests.

What You'll Do

• Complete work orders, preventative maintenance, apartment turns, and basic plumbing, electrical, and HVAC repairs.
• Perform janitorial duties including mopping, vacuuming, cleaning common areas, laundry rooms, hallways, entrances, and removing trash.
• Inspect buildings and grounds to identify maintenance needs and ensure a safe, well-maintained community.
• Troubleshoot maintenance issues independently while providing excellent customer service to residents.
• Assist with seasonal maintenance, property upkeep, and other assigned projects.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and follow all company safety procedures.

What We're Looking For

• Previous apartment or property maintenance experience preferred.
• Knowledge of basic plumbing, electrical, and HVAC systems.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physical work throughout the day.
• Strong customer service, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and the ability to work independently.
• Must provide your own basic hand tools.

Benefits

• Competitive pay of $23.00–$25.00 per hour.
• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and Employee Assistance Program.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time.Ongoing training and career advancement opportunities.
• Stable, full-time position with a respected property management company.

If you're looking for a rewarding opportunity where your maintenance skills make a difference every day, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and join the Wingate team!

Experience Required for Your Success

Essential Skills and Abilities: (Describes the core skills, competencies, and characteristics that the candidate must display to be successful in this role) • Basic familiarity with computers. Navigate at a basic level within web-based applications. • Read, and write in English in order to understand basic instructions and take direction from supervisors; communicate effectively with clients, visitors and other organization staff; and respond to basic questions • Understand spoken English in order to follow basic instructions and take direction from supervisors; communicate effectively in Basic English with clients, visitors and organization staff in response to routine questions • Basic knowledge of fundamental concepts, practices and procedures with the ability to use in routine situations. Specialized knowledge not required. • General knowledge of electrical, plumbing, appliances and HVAC • Excellent customer service skills • Possess good communication and interpersonal skills • Decision Making: Decisions are based on specific instructions, standard practices and established procedures which generally require little or no supervision • Problem Solving: Problems are routine, somewhat repetitive and generally solved by following clear directions and procedures and by identifying opportunities for process improvements • Independence of Duties: Work is monitored by supervisor/manager. General instructions and procedures are provided. • Flexibility/Adaptability: Work is fairly routine from day to day. Employee follows a set pattern with any changes being communicated by supervisor. • Available to respond to weather, environmental or emergency maintenance calls after normal working hours • Ability to participate in the emergency on-call rotation is required • Demonstrate respect and regard for the dignity of all residents, families, visitors, vendors and fellow employees to ensure a professional, responsible, and courteous environment • Commit to recognize and respect cultural diversity for all customers (internal and external) • Communicate effectively with internal and external customers with respect to differences in cultures, values, beliefs and ages, utilizing interpreters when needed Required Education and Experience: (Describes the minimum education, training, knowledge and experience which are required to competently perform the job duties of this position) • High School diploma or GED • 1-3 years relevant work experience • Computer proficiency is a plus Certificates/Licenses/Registrations: (if applicable) • CAMT Certification preferred Work Environment & Physical Demands: (Describes the characteristics that represent the work environment the employee will encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions) • Interior and exterior work in all weather conditions as needed • Constant need to be on feet and perform the following physical activities: • Bend/Stoop/Squat/Kneel • Climb stairs while carrying tools • Push and pull • Reach above shoulders • Climb step ladder • Grasp/Grip/Turn • Lift/Carry up to 51 lbs. unassisted