Mechanical Maintenance Technician

Princeton Management; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision benefits

Life insurance and AD&D

401(k) and 401(k) Roth

Training and professional development opportunities

Paid Holidays and PTO Time

Job summary

Princeton Management is seeking to hire Mechanical Maintenance Technicians for a high-rise apartment community in Detroit, Michigan. Candidates will be responsible for HVAC repairs, basic plumbing and electrical work, and performing routine maintenance.

The role requires a strong attention to detail, effective teamwork, and communication skills. Excellent benefits include competitive wages, health insurance, 401(k), and opportunities for career advancement.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to collaborate effectively within a team and independently.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Adept troubleshooting abilities.
• Sound decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Communicate professionally with coworkers, vendors, and residents.
• Perform HVAC repairs including troubleshooting and replacement.
• Complete work required by municipalities and building inspectors.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance.
• Work overtime when needed.

Skills

HVAC repairs

Basic plumbing work

Basic electrical work

Basic appliance repairs

Troubleshooting

Time management

Job description

Seeking to hire 5 candidates for our Mechanical Maintenance Technician position for a high‑rise apartment community located in Detroit, Michigan.

Responsibilities

• Professionally communicate with coworkers, vendors, and residents
• Must possess positive attitude and desire to lead by example
• Be able to work both independently and as a member of a team
• Must be organized and able to prioritize
• Identify and report to management issues involving the employees, property or residents
• HVAC repairs including troubleshooting and replacement of components, air handlers, leak repairs, etc. Should have or be able to achieve EPA Refrigerant Recovery Certification preferred
• Basic plumbing work including: Repairing/replacing faucets, tubs, commodes, water heaters, showers, sinks, garbage disposals; unclogging drains; Repairing leaks of all kinds, etc.
• Basic electrical work including: Replacing light switches, receptacles, GFCIs; Installing light fixtures and ceiling fans; Locating shorts and open circuits
• Basic appliance repairs including replacing: stove burners, switches, and oven elements; refrigerator thermostats, defrost timers, and fan motors; dishwasher switches and pumps; washer and dryer repair, etc.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance to ensure that machines, tools and equipment continue to run properly
• Complete work required by municipalities and building inspectors
• Perform after‑hours on‑call services for designated maintenance emergencies and customer convenience issues
• Work overtime when needed
• Lifting up to 50 lbs. and climbing ladders to various heights is required
• May be asked to assist Supervisor/Manager/Area Director with other tasks and duties relative to community operations

Benefits

• Competitive wages within the industry
• Health, dental, and vision benefits
• Life insurance and AD&D
• Short‑term disability
• AFLAC
• 401(k) and 401(k) Roth
• Allyhealth Tele‑Medicine
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Holidays and PTO Time
• Training and professional development opportunities
• Positive and inclusive work environment
• Opportunities for career advancement within the company

Requirements

Applicants should demonstrate strong attention to detail, the capacity to collaborate effectively within a team and independently, excellent communication skills, adept troubleshooting abilities, sound decision‑making skills, and the initiative to undertake responsibilities and tackle challenges.

Princeton Management is an Equal Opportunity Employer.