Facilities Maintenance Technician - On-Call

HOPES CAP, Inc; Plainfield (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health benefits package

$2000 sign-on incentive

403(b) retirement plan with employer 6

Life insurance 100% paid by HOPES

PTO and company holidays

Flexible Spending Account

Commuter Benefits

Student Loan Forgiveness Program

Growth opportunities

Collaborative and innovative culture

Job summary

HOPES CAP, Inc. is seeking a hands-on Maintenance Assistant to keep our facilities safe, clean and in excellent condition across our properties in New Jersey.

You will perform repairs in electrical, plumbing, carpentry and HVAC, respond to urgent needs, and collaborate with the Facilities team to ensure smooth operations. Qualifications include a High School Diploma, 3 years of maintenance experience, a valid New Jersey Driver’s License and a Boiler Operation License, plus basic computer skills

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• 3 years of experience in building maintenance or related fields.
• Valid New Jersey Driver’s License and Boiler Operation License.
• Basic computer skills to access email and ESS.
• Strong skills in electrical work, plumbing, carpentry, and HVAC systems.
• Ability to use power tools and maintenance equipment.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and on-call shifts.

Responsibilities

• Perform general repairs including electrical, plumbing, carpentry, HVAC, and painting.
• Conduct regular facility inspections and preventative maintenance across multiple locations.
• Assist with outdoor maintenance, including landscaping and snow removal.
• Operate power tools, hand tools, and maintenance equipment safely and efficiently.
• Handle vehicle maintenance, including tune-ups and fluid checks.
• Support emergency and on-call repairs during severe weather conditions.
• Work collaboratively with the Facilities team to ensure smooth operations.
• Be available for on-call assignments, especially during weather-related or emergency situations.

Skills

Electrical work

Plumbing

Carpentry

HVAC

Power tools

Maintenance problem-solving

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

On-call readiness

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

New Jersey Driver’s License

Boiler Operation License

Computer basics (email/ESS)

Power tools

Job description

HOPES CAP, Inc. is seeking a hands-on Maintenance Assistant to keep our facilities safe, clean and in excellent condition across our properties in New Jersey.

You will perform repairs in electrical, plumbing, carpentry and HVAC, respond to urgent needs, and collaborate with the Facilities team to ensure smooth operations. Qualifications include a High School Diploma, 3 years of maintenance experience, a valid New Jersey Driver’s License and a Boiler Operation License, plus basic computer skills