Maintenance Technician II

Beacon Communities; Easthampton (MA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading community management firm as a Maintenance Technician II in Easthampton, MA. You will perform a variety of maintenance tasks across multiple properties, ensuring efficient functioning and high standards of service. Ideal candidates will have 3-5 years of experience and a strong knowledge of various trades. Comprehensive benefits, including a sign-on bonus and retirement plans, are available.

Benefits

Health & Wellness Benefits

401k program with company match

Paid time off including holidays and sick leave

100% Company-Paid Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of related experience required.
• General knowledge of electrical, plumbing, appliances, HVAC, and carpentry.
• Skilled in at least 2 trades.

Responsibilities

• Perform minor repairs for electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and carpentry.
• Conduct turnover maintenance for vacated apartments.
• Perform preventive maintenance and emergency on-call services.

Skills

Electrical

Plumbing

HVAC

Carpentry

Education

High School diploma or GED

Trade school or college degree

CAMT certification

Job description

Maintenance Technician II, Treehouse at Easthampton Meadows - Easthampton, MA

**$1,000 SIGN ON BONUS FOR NEW HIRES!**

Under limited supervision, the MaintenanceTechnician II performs various skilled maintenance functions including minor repairs thatdo not require the need for a license in the following areas: electrical, plumbing, appliances, flooring, carpentry, painting, heating/air issues.

NOTE : This Technician is part of a Maintenance team that supports 3 of Beacon's local properties in the area.
In this role, the Technician will rotate every week between Treehouse at Easthampton Meadows in Easthampton (their official home base for work), along with Baystate Place Apartments and Cumberland Homes (both located in Springfield, MA).

Essential Functions of the Position:
(Any one position may not include all of the duties listed, nor do the listed examples include all duties that may be found in positions of this class.)

• Performs all clean out and demo work for turnover related responsibilities once apartments are vacated to ensure make ready status is achieved in a timely manner.
• Performs general carpentry duties such as wallboard repair, countertop/cabinet replacement, finish carpentry, window/glass repair, door/lock repair, and ceramic tile repair.
• Perform drywall patch work, painting, replacement of cover plates, and cleaning common areas.
• Monitors and organizes inventory. Picks up and delivers supplies using company or personal vehicle
• Removes snow from property during any and at all hours.
• Maintains grounds by mowing lawns, pruning trees and shrubs, and removing weeds and debris.
• Performs assigned preventive maintenance duties and tasks.
• Assists in maintaining equipment to function properly and comply with all safety standards.
• Performs emergency on-call service for after hours maintenance-related issues as required.
• Assists at other properties in the region as needed.

Minimum Qualifications:

Minimum Education, Training and Experience :

• High School diploma or GED
• 3-5 years of related experience
• General knowledge of electrical, plumbing, appliances, HVAC and/or carpentry
  

Preferred Education, Training and Experience:

• Trade school or college degree
• CAMT certification
• Completion of Greenlight Maintenance Learning Plan
  

Qualifications and Skills :

• Skilled in at least 2 trades (electrical, plumbing, appliances, HVAC and carpentry, etc.
• Maintains a valid driver's license
• Technical proficiency with cell phones and tablets
• Availability for on-call activity during off hours for urgent needs
• Ability to speak and understand basic English
  

Physical Capabilities:

• Must live within 30 minutes of the property, unless otherwise approved by management.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds, climb and work on ladders, work with arms raised over head, stand/walk for long periods of time, climb stairs, bend at waist and knees to lift boxes, appliances, furniture, shovel snow, etc.

Beacon Core Competencies required for all positions:

• Teamwork, Integrity/Ethics, Dependability, Customer Focus, Adaptability/Flexibility.

Maintenance Technician Competencies required :

• Job Knowledge, Problem Solving/Analysis, Work Environment Safety, Planning, Interpersonal Skills, Communication.

** $500 payable with first paycheck . $500 payable after 90 days of employment. (New hires only)

Benefits Offered:

At the core of Beacon Communities is the talent on our teams, and we are committed to taking care of our team members so they can deliver great experiences to our residents. That is why we are proud to provide competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits that support a healthy life for you and your family when you join our team.

As a regular, full time employee at Beacon you can expect:

• Health & Wellness Benefits. We offer plans for quality medical, dental, and vision coverage to all employees regularly scheduled to work a minimum of 24 hours or more per week. HSA/FSA options are also available.
• Work-Life Balance. On top of offering 13 paid holidays per year, we have an attractive paid time off policy that includes vacation days, personal days, sick time, wellness days, summer flex time, volunteer days and early close Fridays.
• Retirement planning. We offer a 401k program with a company match.
• 100% Company-Paid Life Insurance. With affordable options to elect voluntary life, critical illness, hospital care or accidental injury coverage.
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Childcare & Eldercare Support, Career Development and Advancement Opportunities… and more!

Company Overview:

Founded in 2004, Beacon Communities LLC is a privately-owned real estate firm that develops, acquires, invests in, and manages a wide range of multifamily housing. Beacon currently owns and manages approximately 150 properties including affordable housing, market rate housing, and mixed income-housing. Its developments range from new construction, to historic adaptive reuse, to the renovation of existing housing.

At Beacon, we strive to make a difference in our residents’ lives. We build outstanding communities that make enduring contributions to the vitality of our cities and towns. We create communities that serve a diverse cross section of our society. Our communities are healthy and vibrant. Why? Because they are planned with care, consideration, and compassion.

Beacon Communities LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer that seeks a diverse pool of candidates . We are committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, disability, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, veteran status or other protected class. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. Beacon Communities LLC participates in the E-Verify program.