Building Maintenance Technician

ZipRecruiter; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable property management company is seeking a Building Maintenance Technician to join their team in Newark, NJ. The role includes maintaining residential apartments and responding to emergencies, requiring a high school diploma and prior experience. MMS Group offers competitive salaries and robust benefits including healthcare and retirement plans.

Benefits

Paid Holidays: 12 paid holidays per year

Paid Time-Off: Up to 2 weeks PTO in the first year

Healthcare Plans: Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision plans

Health Reimbursement Account: Up to $3K per year

Life Insurance: Company-paid

Retirement Savings: Company-matched 401(k) plan

Company-paid certifications and licensing

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in residential multifamily property management/apartment maintenance.
• Valid driver’s license and Fire Safety certification required.
• Physical capability to perform duties including heavy lifting.

Responsibilities

• Maintain residential apartment homes including building interiors and exteriors.
• Perform repairs in appliances, plumbing, and electrical systems.
• Manage unit turnover, including repairs and maintenance.

Skills

Independence

Problem-solving

Organizational Skills

Communication

Customer Service

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Basic tools for routine maintenance

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

Are you an experienced Maintenance Technician ready to join our fantastic team of professionals? MMS Group is on the hunt for someone like YOU! Our Maintenance technicians are responsible for the maintenance operations related to apartment home upkeep and unit turns.

MMS Group is seeking an experienced Building Maintenance Technician for a 307-unit residential property located in Newark, NJ.

Key Responsibilities:

• Regular Maintenance: Maintain residential apartment homes and other areas on the property, including building exteriors, interiors, and public areas, regularly.

• Repairs: Perform small appliance, plumbing, electrical, and other repairs in residential apartments and other areas of the property.

• Installation: Install tile and laminate flooring

• Emergency Response: Take part in the on-call rotation schedule, responding to emergency calls according to the company's policy on after-hour emergency calls

• Unit Turnover: Manage the turnover of empty apartment units, including repairs (e.g., sheetrock, taping, sanding, painting, and fixing doors, windows, light fixtures, etc.).

• Additional Duties: Perform other duties as outlined in the job description.

Desired Skills:

• Independence: Able to work in a challenging environment with minimal direction.

• Problem-solving: Solution-based thinking skills are highly valued.

• Organizational Skills: Ability to work independently, organize tasks, multitask, manage time, and prioritize tasks

• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Customer Service: Great customer service skills are needed.

Requirements:

• Experience: Three+ years of residential multifamily property management/apartment maintenance.

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent

• Skill: experience with electrical, plumbing, and HVAC

• License: valid driver’s license

• Certification: Fire Safety

• Tools: Possession of basic tools needed to perform routine maintenance tasks.

• Physical Requirements: Physical aspects of the job may require heavy lifting, bending, kneeling, stooping, climbing, balancing, and carrying

• Computer Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).

About Us:

For fifty years, MMS Group and its affiliates (Arco Management and TUC Management) have been dedicated to quality property management. Our growing portfolio exceeds 40,000 residential units and includes affordable housing cooperatives, subsidized rental properties, supportive housing, and conventional apartment buildings. Our clients include progressive building owners, governmental agencies, real estate entrepreneurs, financiers, not-for-profit organizations, and cooperative and condominium boards. While each community and client are unique, each share our singular commitment to excellence.

Why join our Team?

We invite you to join our growing team of dedicated professionals in a high-tech environment. We offer competitive salaries, benefits, and opportunities for growth and advancement through continuous training and education programs. ?Contact us today to see how you can achieve your MMS Edge.

Perks and Benefits:
MMS Group believes in a healthy work-life balance. Keeping our employees in mind, here is a list of a few benefits we offer:

• Paid Holidays: 12 paid holidays per year.

• Paid Time-Off: Up to 2 weeks PTO in the first year, increasing with tenure.

• Healthcare Plans: Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision plans available after 60 days of employment.

• Health Reimbursement Account: Up to $3K per calendar year.

• Life Insurance: Company-paid life insurance.

• Retirement Savings: Company-matched 401(k) retirement savings plan.

• Certifications and Licensing: Company-paid certifications and licensing.

• And much more!

Are you the person we’re looking for? Apply now. Visit us at www.mmsgroup.com for more details!

Equal Opportunity Employer