Building Operations Technician

Burlington Stores; Juneau (AK); On-site; USD 30,307 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance with HRA

Dental and vision coverage

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Retirement plan (457)

Paid time off & holidays

Job summary

Burlington Housing Authority in Burlington, VT is seeking a full-time Building Operations Technician to perform general maintenance across BHA properties, including exteriors, common areas, apartments, building systems, fixtures, and grounds.

This role requires at least two years of experience in building maintenance, proficiency across trades, and a valid driver's license, with on-call night and weekend coverage and a strong service mindset for low-income households.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of experience in general building maintenance or building trades.
• Proficiency in carpentry, electrical, painting, plumbing, grounds keeping, and snow removal.
• Valid state motor vehicle operator license must be held at all times.

Responsibilities

• Perform general maintenance work across BHA properties.
• Participate in the on-call rotation, covering night and weekend emergencies.

Skills

Carpentry

Electrical

Painting

Plumbing

Grounds keeping

Snow removal

Job description

Job Description

Burlington Housing Authority (BHA) in Burlington, VT seeks a full‑time Building Operations Technician to join our dedicated team. This role involves general maintenance work in BHA‑owned and managed properties, including building exteriors, common areas, apartments, building systems, fixtures, and grounds.

Responsibilities

• Perform general maintenance work across BHA properties.
• Participate in the on‑call rotation, covering night and weekend emergencies.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of experience in general building maintenance or building trades.
• Proficiency in carpentry, electrical, painting, plumbing, grounds keeping, and snow removal.
• Valid state motor vehicle operator license must be held at all times.

Physical Requirements

• Squatting, ascending and descending ladders, scaffolding, and stairs.
• Working in small or confined spaces.
• Twisting and lifting up to 100 pounds, often repeating motions with wrists, fingers, and hands.
• Work in all environmental conditions.

Interpersonal Skills

• Detail oriented and efficient.
• Ability to work within time‑sensitive parameters and independently or as part of a team.
• Strong interpersonal skills and sensitivity to the needs of elderly, disabled, and very low‑income households.

Diversity and Inclusion

BHA serves a diverse population of tenants and partners with a variety of community agencies. We are committed to cultivating a staff that reflects varied lived experiences, viewpoints, and educational histories. Candidates from diverse racial, ethnic, cultural backgrounds, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ+ individuals, and women are strongly encouraged to apply. Multilingualism is a plus.

Benefits

Competitive salary of $22.00–$25.00 per hour, commensurate with qualifications and experience.

• Premium medical insurance with a health reimbursement account.
• Dental and vision coverage.
• Short‑ and long‑term disability, accident insurance, life insurance, cancer, and critical illness insurance.
• 10% employer‑funded retirement plan and 457 retirement plan.

Generous time‑off policy: 12 days of paid time off and 12 days of sick time in the first year, 13 paid holidays, and 2 additional paid floating holidays.

Employment Details

• Job Type: Full‑time.
• Pay: $22.00–$25.00 per hour.
• Expected hours: no less than 40 per week.
• Schedule: Monday to Friday, with on‑call, overtime, and year‑round work.
• Work setting and location: in‑person.

EEO Statement

Burlington Housing Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer.