Roving Maintenance Technician II - Multi-Trade Specialist

The Community Builders, Inc.; Somerville (MA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid holidays

Retirement plan

Life & disability insurance

Commuter benefits

HSA contributions

Job summary

The Community Builders, Inc. is seeking a Service Technician II to handle apartment maintenance and repairs with strong trades skills. The role requires five in-office days per week and roving coverage at multiple properties, ensuring timely responses to service requests and clean, safe facilities.

You will work on interior and exterior tasks, perform preventive maintenance, and assist in REAC/HQS inspections while maintaining a high level of customer service and safety compliance.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• 3+ years of advanced hands-on repair in two+ trades.
• REAC/HQS experience preferred.
• Certifications in NAHMS/CAMT/OSHA/HVAC preferred.
• Knowledge of Federal Fair Housing Laws a plus.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair appliances, carpentry, electrical, plumbing and HVAC.
• Respond to service requests and on-call emergencies promptly.
• Complete preventive maintenance tasks for systems and equipment.
• Prepare repairs for vacant apartments for move-ins.
• Maintain grounds and common areas, perform snow removal as needed.
• Prepare for REAC/HQS inspections and audits.
• Safety-minded with PPE; maintain shop inventory.
• Weekend work, on-call rotation and emergency duties.
• Mentor Maintenance Tech I and support supervisor.

Skills

English proficiency

Computer skills

Fair Housing knowledge

Tools knowledge

Driver's license

Attention to detail

Customer service

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Trade school or 3 years in property mgmt/hospitality

REAC/HQS experience preferred

Tools

Hand and power tools

PPE knowledge

Job description

The Community Builders, Inc. is seeking a Service Technician II to handle apartment maintenance and repairs with strong trades skills. The role requires five in-office days per week and roving coverage at multiple properties, ensuring timely responses to service requests and clean, safe facilities.

You will work on interior and exterior tasks, perform preventive maintenance, and assist in REAC/HQS inspections while maintaining a high level of customer service and safety compliance.