MAINTENANCE MECHANIC

360 Management Group Co; New Haven (CT); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

360 Management Group Co, a non-profit dedicated to preserving affordable housing, seeks a Maintenance Mechanic. This position includes diverse responsibilities in property maintenance, requiring physical capability and relevant experience. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in repair tasks and excellent interpersonal skills to work effectively with residents.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of related experience in maintenance required.
• Knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electrical systems is essential.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physical tasks.

Responsibilities

• Perform general maintenance and repairs at assigned properties.
• Complete resident work orders ensuring timely responses.
• Participate in emergency on-call shifts and after-hours maintenance.

Skills

HVAC

Plumbing

Electrical systems

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Safety practices

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

HVAC certification

First Aid certification

Job description

360 Management Group, Co. is a 501(c)3, non-profit instrumentality of Elm City Communities (ECC) formed in 2018 to preserve low income and affordable housing in New Haven and its surrounding areas. In collaboration with Glendower, other affordable housing developers, and investors, 360 Management strives to create and maintain vibrant housing communities that enrich and revitalize neighborhoods through community and economic development. 360 Management currently manages multifamily developments subsidized and / or financed with state and federal affordable housing programs such as Low-Income House Tax Credits (LIHTC), Rental Demonstration Assistance (RAD), HUD Moderate Rehabilitation (Mod Rehab), HOME, Project-based and Tenant-based voucher programs.

MISSION :

The organization’s mission is to ensure that ECC’s affordable housing communities are preserved, to create stable and safe communities, and to provide respectful and professional property management services to residents residing in our communities.

The role of the Maintenance Mechanic is to perform maintenance at their assigned property in accordance with company standards. The purpose of this position is to help ensure that the physical condition of the property satisfies ownership and management objectives. The Maintenance Mechanic works a 40-hour workweek, Monday through Friday, 8 : 00 a.m. to 4 : 30 p.m., which may require some travel. The Maintenance Mechanic reports directly to the Apartment Superintendent. This position requires being on-call as scheduled. Evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Perform general maintenance and repairs at assigned properties.
• Perform resident work orders as assigned, ensuring to complete non-emergency work orders within five (5) days and emergency work orders within twenty-four (24) hours.
• Perform site work orders as assigned, including but not limited to changing light fixtures and light bulbs in hallways, shoveling snow, shampooing carpets, repairing doors, repairing drywalls, changing locks, cleaning grounds, etc.
• Perform preventive maintenance as assigned, including but not limited to cleaning pumps, changing filters, flushing out hot water tanks, taking amp readings, etc.
• Complete apartment turnovers as assigned in order to satisfy rent schedules.
• Complete work orders on-call as scheduled.
• Participate in emergency on-call shifts and after-hours maintenance.
• Adhere to company policies, rules, safety practices, and regulations.
• Report to the Apartment Superintendent of assigned properties for issues.
• Perform all other related duties as assigned by the Apartment Superintendent and / or the Area Maintenance Supervisor.

Requirements :

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES :

• Basic working knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems.
• Working knowledge of tools, including hand and electrical tools.
• Ability to read and utilize technical manuals and drawings.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Basic knowledge of safety practices and procedures.
• Proficient in basic office computer software including internet, e-mail, and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to work an on-call schedule and be available during emergencies if required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS :

• Must be able to lift material up to 50 lbs. alone, or up to 100 lbs. assisted.
• Must be able to climb step ladders.
• Must be able to climb up and down the stairs while carrying cases of material.
• Must be able to push up to 450 lbs. of material on a dolly.
• Must be able to perform light work overhead and low-level activities.
• Travel between properties is occasionally required.
• Must be able to operate a company vehicle observing legal and defensive driving habits.

WORK ENVIRONMENT :

• Regularly works a 40-hour workweek.
• Required to be on-call as scheduled.
• Emergency on-call and after-hours maintenance are occasionally required.
• Regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, and toxic or caustic chemicals. Operate light or heavy equipment. Operate power tools / machinery. Exposed to hazardous materials, risk of electrical shock and vibration. Exposed to wet and / or humid conditions, outside weather conditions. Exposed to flammable or explosive materials.
• Fast-paced working environment.
• Personal protective equipment required.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE :

• High School Diploma or Equivalent and at least 2 years of related experience required, (3 years of experience in operations, repair, and maintenance of multi-family buildings preferred).
• HVAC, CMRP, CMRT, or equivalent certification preferred.
• First Aid certification preferred.

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