General Maintenance Technician (Fort Drum Mountain Community Homes)

WinnCompanies; New York (NY); On-site; USD 25,708 - 36,614; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous time off policies

401(k) plan options

Medical, Dental & Vision plan options

Tuition Reimbursement

Flexible schedules available

Job summary

A property management firm is seeking a General Maintenance Technician for military housing at Fort Drum, NY. Responsibilities include responding to service calls, performing repairs, and ensuring safety measures. The ideal candidate must have a high school diploma or GED and 1-3 years of relevant experience, along with excellent customer service skills. Benefits include generous time off and a 401(k) plan with company match.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of relevant work experience required.
• A current driver’s license in good standing is necessary.
• Ability to read and write in English for instruction understanding.

Responsibilities

• Respond to service calls and complete maintenance work.
• Complete repairs as directed by supervisors.
• Respond to and complete on-call after-hour emergencies.

Skills

Proficiency in carpentry

Electrical knowledge

Plumbing skills

Excellent customer service

Good communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED equivalent

Tools

Basic tools for daily duties

Job description

Overview

General Maintenance Technician (Fort Drum Mountain Community Homes)

WinnCompanies is searching for a General Maintenance Technician to join our military housing team at Fort Drum, NY. In this role, you will perform maintenance functions in the community, including rental units, office buildings, residential areas, grounds and parking lots. The ideal candidate will ensure that all service is performed safely and results in favorable customer feedback.

Base pay range: $22.62/hr. This position is located at a federal facility. In accordance with the REAL ID Act, effective May 7, 2025, a REAL ID compliant driver’s license/ID is required in order to access the federal facility.

Responsibilities

• Respond to service calls to complete Service/Change of Occupancy Maintenance work and property management requirements.
• Complete repairs as directed by the immediate supervisor or other organization management representatives.
• Transport, install, and connect stoves, refrigerators, dishwashers, and other electrical and gas appliances.
• Transport equipment, furnishings, and appliances to job sites.
• Repair and fabricate window screens, door screens, and door frames.
• Remove floor tile, sheet vinyl, ceramic floor tile, and plywood.
• Respond to and complete on-call after-hour emergencies and urgent repairs.
• Complete and submit all required paperwork in an accurate and timely manner.
• Update work order status, including time, materials, and notes on mobile devices provided in an accurate and timely manner.
• Keep supervisor well-informed of activities, results, and potential problems while recommending corrective actions to supervisor.
• Work cooperatively and conduct oneself in a professional manner when in contact with customers, staff, sub/contractors, monitors, and the general public.
• Attend workshops, seminars, conferences, meetings, and trainings pertinent to the efficient dispatch of duties.
• Maintain vehicle and vehicle inventory as prescribed.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• 1-3 years of relevant work experience.
• A current driver’s license in good standing and ability to meet the driving records standards outlined in the Company Safe Vehicular Operations Policy.
• Proficiency in carpentry, electrical, plumbing, flooring, or appliances.
• Ability to provide basic tools and equipment necessary to perform daily duties.
• Basic familiarity with computers and web-based applications.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to read and write in English to understand basic instructions and take direction from supervisors.
• Ability to plan, organize, and prioritize work.
• Ability to adapt successfully to changing situations and environments.
• This position is located at a federal facility. REAL ID compliant driver’s license/ID is required to access the federal facility.

Preferred Qualifications

• Vocational or technical training.

Our Benefits

• Generous time off policies (including 11 paid holidays; accrued time off; paid sick time; annual day of service; floating holiday).
• 401(k) plan options with a company match.
• Medical, Dental, & Vision plan options.
• Flexible Spending Account, Dependent Care FSA, Health Savings Account options with employer contributions.
• Long Term Disability and voluntary Short Term Disability; Life Insurance and AD&D; optional supplemental life insurance.
• Health Expense Reimbursement program (including gym memberships, equipment, and subscriptions).
• Tuition Reimbursement and ongoing training and development opportunities.
• Wellbeing program, Employee Assistance Program, and Commuter and Parking Reimbursement options.
• Employee Corporate Discount Programs (Verizon Wireless, Home Depot Pro, Staples, and more).
• Flexible and/or Hybrid schedules for certain roles.
• Employee Relief Program for unexpected hardships.

About WinnCompanies

WinnCompanies is a mission-driven, national business focused on building and operating top quality affordable housing communities for individuals and families of all incomes, including members of the U.S. Armed Forces and their families. Our 4,300+ team members work across 27 states, Washington, D.C., and Puerto Rico.