Residential Maintenance Technician

Automatic Data Processing, Inc.; New Haven (CT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

The Carabetta Companies in New Haven, CT are seeking a Maintenance Technician to perform a broad range of maintenance and repair tasks across residential properties. You will assist with inspections, equipment and grounds maintenance, apartment repairs, and emergency response.

Responsibilities include ensuring safety, operating tools and machinery, snow removal, and coordinating with site staff. A high school diploma is required with 2+ years in maintenance; bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; trade or technical training preferred.
• At least 2 years of maintenance/building/grounds experience.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, work orders, and manuals.

Responsibilities

• Ensure units and common areas are safe, functional, and well-maintained.
• Assist in maintaining and inspecting equipment.
• Operate maintenance tools and machinery.
• Perform grounds maintenance for apartments and common areas.
• Snow and ice removal; sidewalk sanding.
• Support site operations and substitute for Building Superintendents when needed.
• Assist skilled tradespersons with assigned jobs.
• Coordinate with Site Supervisor to ensure timely work completion.
• Respond to emergency maintenance situations as required.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Emergency response

Maintenance tools

Team collaboration

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical certifications or trade school training

Tools

Power tools

Job description

Maintenance Technician
Full Time | New Haven, CT
Salary Range:$20-25 per hour
Schedule:M-F 7:30AM-4:00PM

Carabetta Management is seeking Maintenance Technicians to perform a wide range of maintenance and repair tasks for our residential properties in our properties in New Haven, CT. This role assists with inspections, equipment and ground maintenance, apartment repairs, and emergency response.

Responsibilities

• Ensure building units and common areas remain safe, functional, and well-maintained.
• Assist in maintaining and inspecting equipment.
• Operate equipment and machinery such as paint machines, mowers, power tools, etc.
• Perform grounds maintenance for apartments and common areas.
• Perform snow and ice removal, including sanding of sidewalks.
• Provide assistance and backup to other personnel; assume responsibilities of Building Superintendents as needed.
• Assist skilled tradespersons (Plumber, Electrician, etc.) with assigned jobs.
• Coordinate work with the Site Supervisor and other personnel to ensure timely and efficient completion of tasks.
• Respond to emergency maintenance situations as required.
• Perform other related functions as assigned or necessary.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical certifications or trade school training preferred
• At least 2 years of experience in building, grounds, or park maintenance required
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and respond quickly to emergencies
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required
• Ability to identify and differentiate among colors, shapes, and sounds associated with work-related objects, materials, and tasks
• Ability to operate, adjust, and inspect maintenance tools and machinery
• Ability to effectively communicate with site supervisor, other maintenance staff, contractors, vendors, administration, and the public
• Ability to collaborate with other maintenance staff to complete assigned tasks and goals in a timely manner
• Ability to read and understand blueprints, work orders, inspection reports, maintenance manuals, MSDS Sheets, and equipment manuals
• Ability to perform routine, moderately physical tasks such as climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and lifting or moving items weighing 20–50 pounds.
• Ability to work efficiently in diverse environmental and job-related conditions.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus!

At The Carabetta Companies, we hold ourselves to high standards and seek team members who share our commitment to excellence. When you join us, you become part of a motivated, hard-working group of professionals-our Carabetta "extended family."