Maintenance Technician

POAH Communities, LLC; Wareham (MA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness

401(k) with company match

PTO & holidays

Personal days

Jury Duty / Bereavement

Job summary

POAH Communities is seeking a Maintenance Technician for Brandy Hill Apartments in Wareham, MA. This role requires hands-on leadership with experience in apartment maintenance and a commitment to safe, high-quality property management.

Brandy Hill Apartments offer amenities and a natural setting; responsibilities include preventive maintenance, make-ready work, and safety compliance. Flexible schedule, weekends and on-call as needed.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of apartment maintenance experience.
• High School diploma or GED required; HVAC certification preferred.
• Valid Driver’s License and auto insurance may be required.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including weekends and on-call.
• Skilled in safe use and maintenance of hand tools, power tools, and equipment.
• Ability to perform duties 66–100% of the time: standing, bending, climbing stairs, lifting up to 75lbs.
• Ability to work in all weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Insuring a safe, secure and comfortable living environment for residents, visitors and staff.
• Knowledgeable of pertinent laws and EPA and OSHA regulations.
• Aware of the condition of apartment property throughout the community and initiate action to correct unsafe conditions.
• Scheduling and performing routine preventative maintenance on all appropriate equipment.
• Performing work area clean-up and safety related duties.
• Diagnosing and perform minor and routine maintenance/repairs.
• Insuring all make-ready repairs and services are completed.
• Inspecting and helping coordinate all needed make-ready repairs and services.
• Assisting in keeping grounds neat and clean. Rake, sweep, shovel as necessary.

Skills

Apartment maintenance

HVAC certification

Driver's license

Hand & Power tools

EPA/OSHA regulations

Education

High School diploma or GED

HVAC certification preferred

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Measuring devices

User-moved aids

Job description

We empower our diverse and inclusive staff to provide high-quality property management to our residents. We train our people to deliver superior customer service – focusing on how and why we do it. At POAH Communities, you can be part of our talented, energetic, customer-service oriented team. Are you ready to join us?

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WE DEVELOP & HONOR OUR PEOPLE

We empower our diverse and inclusive staff to provide high-quality property management to our residents. We train our people to deliver superior customer service – focusing on how and why we do it. At POAH Communities, you can be part of our talented, energetic, customer-service oriented team. Are you ready to join us?

Position: Maintenance Technician Location: Brandy Hill Apartments East Wareham, MA Job Id:1698 # of Openings:1 Maintenance Technician

ABOUT US

POAH Communities is a mission-driven organization managing over 13,000 affordable housing apartments. As part of the Preservation of Affordable Housing, Inc. family, our team of 500+ professionals believes that quality housing management goes beyond providing safe, comfortable homes; it's about creating environments where residents can thrive. Our commitment to excellence in affordable housing management serves as a foundation for resident success and community empowerment.

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ABOUT THE ROLE POAH Communities is seeking a highly qualified individual to serve asMaintenance Technician for Brandy Hill Apartments.This individual will be a bright and dynamic leader with hands-on experience.Brandy Hill Apartments are located in Wareham, a southeastern Massachusetts town at the head of Buzzards Bay. The complex is located in a charming natural setting and includes a number of amenities including an outdoor swimming pool, playgrounds and a community building. Brandy Hill:https://www.poah.org/property/massachusetts/brandy-hill-apartments

ABOUT YOUR IMPACT

• Insuring a safe, secure and comfortable living environment for residents, visitors and staff.
• Being knowledgeable of pertinent laws and EPA and OSHA regulations.
• Being aware of the condition of apartment property throughout the community and immediately initiate action to correct unsafe conditions.
• Scheduling and performing routine preventative maintenance on all appropriate equipment.
• Performing work area clean-up and safety related duties.
• Diagnosing and perform minor and routine maintenance/repairs.
• Insuring all make-ready repairs and services are completed.
• Inspecting and helping coordinate all needed make-ready repairs and services.
• Assisting in keeping grounds neat and clean. Rake, sweep, shovel as necessary.

ABOUT YOU

• Must have at least 1 year experience in apartment maintenance.
• High School diploma or GED required. HVAC certification preferred.
• Must have a valid Driver’s License and automobile insurance coverage as use of personal vehicle may be required.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule with weekends and on-call basis as necessary.
• Must be knowledgeable and skilled in the safe use and maintenance of hand tools, power tools, user-moved aids, mechanical equipment, measuring devices.
• Must be able to perform the following duties 66-100% of the time: be on feet, bend/stoop/squat/kneel, climb stairs, push/pull, reach above shoulder, climb ladders, grasp/grip/turn, finger dexterity, lift/carry up to 75lbs, be able to read and understand maintenance forms and warning labels.
• Must be able to work in all weather conditions.

BENEFITS AT POAH COMMUNITIES

POAH Communities prioritizes the wellbeing of you and your family by offering a comprehensive benefits package:

• Health & Wellness:Medical, dental, and vision insurance; wellness programming including monthly webinars and medical insurance discounts
• Financial:401(k) with up to 4% company match; FSA options for healthcare, dependent care, and commuting; Life & AD&D insurance; free financial coaching
• Time Off:15 days of PTO (increases with tenure), 2 personal days, and 11 paid holidays annually.
• Paid Leave:12 weeks Parental Leave; Bereavement; Jury Duty; Voting
• Incentives:Employee referral bonus, suggestion rewards, employee recognition programming
• Professional development opportunities:tuition reimbursement, mentorship program, ongoing training and learning sessions, professional certifications

Our salary structure is competitive and reflects individual experience. POAH Communities embraces equal opportunity employment and values workforce diversity. For additional details, please visit our website at www.poahcommunities.com/careers.

Pay Rate: $23.63- $27.00/hr