Maintenance Technician

Jones Street Residential; Hamden (CT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Jones Street Residential in Hamden, CT is seeking a Maintenance Technician to support the Maintenance Supervisor in keeping the property operating efficiently and ensuring timely completion of all maintenance requests.

You will oversee plumbing, electrical, HVAC, appliance, carpentry and painting duties, be on-call for after hours and weekend emergencies, and help prepare vacant units for occupancy with quality repairs.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in residential, commercial, or mechanical maintenance.
• Ability to identify and troubleshoot issues relating to electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and appliances.
• Physical ability to lift 25–50 pounds, climb stairs, and work in varying weather conditions.
• Excellent time management skills and ability to conform to shifting priorities.
• Valid U.S. driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Respond to service requests in a friendly and professional manner, ensuring completion.
• Prepare vacant units for occupancy by painting, carpentry, and general repairs.
• Work at a fast pace without compromising quality and coordinate with other maintenance staff.
• Repair holes, caulk around windows/doors, patch ceilings, and texture walls as needed.
• Log actions and supplies in the work order system accurately.
• Develop a rapport with residents by providing superior customer service.
• Perform other duties as assigned; rotate on-call for after-hours emergencies.
• Operate in compliance with OSHA, ADA, and Fair Housing regulations.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Plumbing troubleshooting

HVAC systems

Appliances

Time management

Driver's license

Job description

Description

The Maintenance Technician works directly with the Maintenance Supervisor to ensure the property is operating efficiently and all maintenance requests are completed in a timely manner. The Maintenance Technician is responsible for overseeing all plumbing, electrical, HVAC, appliance, carpentry and painting requirements of the property. This position also necessitates being on-call for after hours and weekend emergency needs.

Responsibilities

• Respond to service requests in a friendly and professional manner, ensuring that all assigned requests are completed successfully and promptly
• Ensure vacant units are prepared for occupancy by completing a range of tasks, such as painting, carpentry, general repairs, and other activities as needed
• Work at a fast pace without impacting quality, ensuring enough time for other maintenance personnel to complete their functions in the make-ready process
• Repair holes in walls, caulk cracks around windows and doors, repair any falling ceiling texture, patch any cracks in ceiling, and fixing and texturing any wall and ceiling patches
• Maintain the accuracy of the work order system, logging all actions and supplies needed to complete each request
• Develop a rapport with residents by providing superior customer service
• Perform other duties as assigned or as necessary
• Rotating on-call responsibility for emergencies during off-hours (nights and weekends)
• Conduct all business in accordance with company policies and procedures, state, and federal laws (OSHA, ADA, Fair Housing)

Requirements

• 1-3 years of experience in residential, commercial, or mechanical maintenance
• Ability to identify and troubleshoot issues relating to electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and appliances
• The ability to exert 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly, climb stairs, use ladders and work in varying weather conditions
• Excellent time management skills, can easily conform to shifting priorities and timelines
• Valid U.S. driver's license