Lead Maintenance Technician

New England Heritage Properties; Lowell (MA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

13 Paid Holidays

Birthday off paid

401(k) - Company Match up to 4%

Long Term Disability - Employer Funded

Life Insurance - Employer Funded

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Access to Financial Planner

Job summary

Heritage Properties is seeking a Full Time Maintenance Technician in Lowell, MA. You will handle repair requests, perform routine inspections and maintain safety across properties.

You will collaborate with property managers, leasing agents and fellow technicians to keep buildings in top condition. The role requires hands-on maintenance across plumbing, electrical, HVAC and carpentry, with a 24/7 on-call rotation (one week every five weeks) and mileage reimbursement for a personal vehicle.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of building systems including plumbing, electrical, HVAC and general maintenance.
• Experience troubleshooting and repairing plumbing, electrical, carpentry, appliances and other systems.
• Ability to complete all work orders within 24-48 hours.
• Ability to complete apartment turnovers within the first 7 days of move out, including painting, repairs and turnover cleaning.
• Excellent communication with residents, colleagues and contractors.
• Proactive mindset with regular building inspections to identify maintenance needs.
• Willingness to assist and share knowledge within a collaborative team.
• Good organizational, time management and communication skills.
• On-call rotation 24/7; one week out of every 5 weeks; responds to emergencies after hours.
• Valid Driver’s License and reliable personal vehicle (mileage reimbursed)

Responsibilities

• Address repair requests and coordinate with residents and teams.
• Perform routine inspections to ensure safety and function of buildings.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety of properties and apartments.
• Collaborate with property managers, leasing agents and maintenance staff.
• Respond to emergency repairs during on-call periods as needed.

Skills

Plumbing

Electrical systems

HVAC

General maintenance

Tools

Plumbing tools

Electrical testing tools

Carpentry tools

Job description

Heritage Properties, a leading real estate management company, is seeking a talented Full Time Maintenance Technician to join our team. You will play a crucial role in ensuring the upkeep and functionality of our properties and apartments, contributing to the overall satisfaction of our residents.

In this position, you will have the opportunity to collaborate with a diverse team of professionals, including property managers, leasing agents and fellow maintenance technicians. Together, you will work to address repair requests, perform routine inspections, and maintain the cleanliness and safety of our buildings.

• Strong understanding of building systems including plumbing, electrical, HVAC and general maintenance
• Experience troubleshooting and repairing plumbing, electrical, carpentry, appliances and other systems
• Ability to complete all work orders within 24-48 hours.
• Ability to complete apartment turnovers, within the first 7 days of move out, to include painting, handling repairs and improvements and turnover cleaning
• Ability to communicate professionally and clearly with residents, colleagues, and contractors
• A proactive mindset, regularly inspecting buildings and identifying potential maintenance needs
• A willingness to contribute to a collaborative team environment, assisting other technicians when needed and sharing knowledge and expertise
• Good organizational, time management and communication skills
• Responsible for 24/7 on call rotation. One week out of every 5 weeks. Responds to emergency maintenance repairs after working hours.
• Valid Driver’s License and reliable personal vehicle (mileage reimbursed)

Since Heritage Properties was founded over 45 years ago, our approach to investment, development, and management has always remained true to our company’s mission statement- “We put people first.” We invest our time into prioritizing residents, partners, staff, and the surrounding community to continually elevate our service, identify new opportunities, strengthen relationships, and improve our business model.

Benefits:

• Paid Time Off
• 13 Paid Holidays
• Your Birthday Off Paid!
• 401(k) - Company Match up to 4%
• Long Term Disability - Employer Funded
• Life Insurance - Employer Funded
• Health Insurance - Blue Cross Blue Shield
• Dental Insurance - Altus Dental
• Employee Assistance Program
• Access to Financial Planner

Schedule:

Monday-Friday 8:30am-5:00pm

$30-$33/hour based on experience and knowledge

Heritage Properties is proud to practice Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action (EEO/AA). All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.