Maintenance Technician

The Schochet Companies; Portsmouth (RI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental

401(k)

3 weeks vacation

12 holidays

5 sick days

3 personal days

Job summary

The Schochet Companies are hiring a Maintenance Technician for Bay View Estates in Portsmouth, RI. You will handle plumbing, electrical, HVAC, appliance repairs and unit turnover, keeping the property in top condition and responding to resident work orders with professionalism.

This role requires independent work with strong teamwork, physical stamina for lifting 30–60 lbs, and on-call readiness. A valid driver’s license and residence within 30 minutes of Portsmouth are required; on-call premium

Qualifications

• Experience with plumbing, electrical, HVAC, appliance repair and unit turnover procedures.
• Ability to complete work orders and resident turnover tasks.
• Must be able to work independently and in a team, with strong customer service.

Responsibilities

• Complete all types of work orders from residents.
• General daily upkeep of the property.
• Complete resident apartment turnover tasks.
• Be available for on-call duties.
• Conduct property inspections and/or participate on an inspection team.
• Complete preventative maintenance activities.
• Demonstrate strong customer service.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Customer service

Teamwork

On-call readiness

Physical stamina

Tools

Plumbing tools

Electrical tools

HVAC tools

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Bay View Estates - Portsmouth, RI 02871, Salary Range: $26.00 - $26.00, Schochet is currently seeking a Maintenance Technician.

Bay View Estates is a 130 market rate apartment community located in Portsmouth, RI. The Maintenance Technician must have prior experience with plumbing, electrical, HVAC, appliance repair and unit turnover procedures.

Duties may include, but are not limited to:

• Completion of all types of work orders from residents.
• General daily upkeep of the property
• Completion of all resident apartment turn over tasks.
• Must be able available to complete “On-call” duties.
• Conducting property inspections and/or participating on an inspection team.
• Complete preventative maintenance activities
• Previous maintenance experience required.
• Able to work independently and as a team. Strong customer service skills required.

Maintenance technician positions require that an individual be able to lift moderate weights of between 30-60 lbs. on a regular basis and the ability to stand and/or walk all day. In addition, occasional heavy lifting may be required. Duties of this position may require strength and endurance in performing heavy manual labor. Alternating on-call shifts required. You must live within 30mins of Portsmouth, RI and have a valid driver’s license and own transportation for on-call. You will be compensated a $150 On-Call Premium pay for the week you are on call. This is in addition to being paid for call time and travel at the current on-call rate.

Why Schochet?

For more than 50 years, Schochet has built a culture centered on professional growth, collaboration, and long-term employee relationships. You'll join a team of experienced professionals who are passionate about developing and preserving quality housing and strengthening the communities we serve.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package from day one, including:

• Health
• Dental
• 401(k)
• 3 weeks of vacation accrued
• 12 paid holidays
• 5 sick days
• 3 personal days
• Additional employee perks

Pre-employment background screening and drug testing are required. Schochet is an Equal Opportunity Employer.