Maintenance Mechanic I

ZipRecruiter; England; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization dedicated to providing superior housing for older adults is seeking a Maintenance Technician. The role involves performing general maintenance tasks, ensuring building integrity, and responding to emergencies. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in building trades and be skilled in various maintenance tasks. Join a mission-driven team committed to supporting older adults in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Robust medical and dental plans

Vision coverage

Employer-paid life and AD&D, STD, and LTD insurance

401(k) plan

Paid vacation and holidays

Two floating holidays

Pet insurance

Qualifications

• Two years of hands-on experience required.
• Valid Massachusetts driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Perform general maintenance including carpentry, plumbing, and electrical work.
• Execute preventive maintenance and routine engineering checks.
• Prepare vacant apartments for new tenants.

Skills

Knowledge of building trades

Mechanics

Building maintenance

Fluent in English

Ability to operate hand and power tools

Education

Post-secondary technical training

Job description

Job Description

Perform general maintenance of our properties, including carpentry, flooring, electrical, plumbing patching, painting, appliance repair, grounds work, snow removal, unit inspections, construction monitoring, room setups for events, and sheetrock repair.

Essential Job Functions

1. Execute preventive maintenance and routine engineering checks in all mechanical and boiler rooms; maintain logs, work orders, and other required documentation, including but not limited to RealPage Facilities software.
2. Prepare vacant apartments for new tenants and refresh existing apartment units as needed.
3. Perform unit inspections to ensure building/unit integrity, safety, and compliance with inspection mandates.
4. Carry out routine engineering checks in all mechanical and boiler rooms.
5. Document time in/time out or other tracking system functions on all work orders.
6. Perform grounds maintenance duties, such as mowing, weeding, snow and ice removal.
7. Be available to respond to evening, weekend, and holiday emergency coverage for mechanical/technical services, rotating responsibility with other team members.

Skills & Abilities

• Two years of hands-on experience with post-secondary technical training.
• Knowledge of building trades, mechanics, and building maintenance.
• Hoisting License.
• Fluent in English.
• Skilled in the use of mobile devices, computers, and computerized systems.
• Valid Massachusetts driver's license required.
• Ability to operate hand and power tools safely.

Working Conditions/Physical Demands

• Frequent standing and walking.
• Ability to frequently lift and move objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to operate a Bobcat.
• Ability to work outdoors in winter conditions.

2LIFE COMMUNITIES provides superior housing to older adults of all backgrounds, supporting them to thrive independently within a supportive environment. We are a mission-driven organization with a vision that all older adults have the opportunity to live a full life of connection and purpose in a dynamic and supportive environment. We continually evolve our support services to meet the diverse needs of our community.

We own and operate over 1,300 units of affordable rental housing within six campuses in metropolitan Boston. With an additional 210 apartments under construction and more planned, we aim to add another 600-700 units in the coming years as projects progress through planning and construction.

Benefits and More

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that adds approximately 27% to the base pay for individuals and over 30% for employee +1 and families. Our rewards program includes:

• Robust medical and dental plans
• Vision coverage
• Employer-paid life and AD&D, STD, and LTD insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Two floating holidays
• Pet insurance
• And more!

This description aims to outline the general nature and level of work performed by individuals in this role. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties.

We are committed to fostering an environment that values diverse experiences, backgrounds, talents, and perspectives.

Applicants and incumbents who become disabled, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, must be able to perform essential job functions either unaided or with reasonable accommodation, as determined by management on a case-by-case basis.