Floating Maintenance Technician

Jones Street Residential; Shrewsbury (MA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Jones Street Residential in Shrewsbury, MA is seeking a Floating Maintenance Technician to provide maintenance and repair support across multiple apartment communities. You will respond to service requests, perform preventative maintenance, and assist with unit turns, traveling between properties as needed.

The ideal candidate has multi-trade skills, strong problem-solving abilities, and a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of 3 years of apartment/residential maintenance experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and general repairs.
• EPA Universal Certification preferred (or ability to obtain).
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required.
• Ability to use hand and power tools safely.
• Strong problem-solving and time management skills.
• Flexibility and adaptability to work across multiple locations with different teams.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality work.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Travel between properties (Union House in Framingham and Ashford Crossing in Shrewsbury) five days a week.
• Adapt to varying site needs and perform general maintenance across trades.
• Respond to and complete work orders promptly and professionally.
• Assist with apartment unit turns and make-ready inspections.
• Conduct preventive maintenance to minimize future repairs.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose maintenance issues efficiently.
• Ensure safety standards and building codes compliance.
• Maintain accurate records of work performed and materials used.
• Communicate effectively with property managers, residents, and vendors.
• Provide on-call or after-hours maintenance support as required.
• Travel between multiple locations with different teams.

Skills

Multi-trade skills

Customer service

Time management

Adaptability

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Plumbing tools

Electrical tools

HVAC tools

Carpentry tools

Power tools

Job description

Floating Maintenance Technician

Jones Street Residential Shrewsbury, Massachusetts, United States

About this position

The Floating Maintenance Technician provides maintenance and repair support across multiple apartment communities as needed. This role is responsible for ensuring that properties are well-maintained, safe, and visually appealing by responding to service requests, completing preventative maintenance, and assisting with unit turns. The ideal candidate is adaptable, skilled in multiple trades, and comfortable traveling between properties.

Responsibilities

• Travel between assigned properties, Union House (Framingham, MA) and Ashford Crossing (Shrewsbury, MA), 5 days a week, Monday through Friday
• Adapt to varying site needs
• Perform general maintenance and repairs including plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpentry, painting, drywall, and appliance repair
• Respond to and complete work orders in a timely and professional manner
• Assist with apartment unit turns, including make-ready repairs and inspections
• Conduct preventive maintenance to minimize future repairs
• Troubleshoot and diagnose maintenance issues efficiently
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, building codes, and company policies
• Maintain accurate records of work performed and materials used
• Communicate effectively with property managers, residents, and vendors
• Provide on-call or after-hours emergency maintenance support as required

Salary Information

$26 - $28Hourly Wage

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Minimum of 3 years of apartment or residential maintenance experience preferred
• Working knowledge of plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and general repairs
• EPA Universal Certification preferred (or ability to obtain)
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required
• Ability to use hand and power tools safely
• Strong problem-solving and time management skills
• Flexibility and adaptability to work across multiple locations with different teams
• Strong customer service and communication skills
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality work
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision