Lead Maintenance Technician

Beacon Communities • Springfield, MA

14h • Onsite

About The Position

The Lead Maintenance Technician independently performs various skilled maintenance functions including minor repairs that do not require a license in areas such as electrical, plumbing, appliances, flooring, carpentry, painting, and heating/air issues. This individual will be responsible for and routinely working at three properties: Colonial Estates in Springfield MA, Rolling Green in Amherst, MA, and Stratton Hill in Worcester, MA. The role may involve managing service requests, delegating tasks, and supervising maintenance staff in the absence of Maintenance and Property Management. Beacon Communities LLC, founded in 2004, is a privately-owned real estate firm that develops, acquires, invests in, and manages a wide range of multifamily housing, including affordable, market rate, and mixed-income properties. The company owns and manages approximately 150 properties and focuses on building outstanding, healthy, and vibrant communities.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED
• 6+ years of related experience
• Advanced knowledge of electrical, plumbing, appliances, HVAC and/or carpentry
• Advanced skill in at least 3 trades (electrical, plumbing, appliances, HVAC and carpentry, etc.)
• Skilled with cell phones, computers and tablets.
• Maintains a valid driver's license.
• Availability for on-call activity during off hours for urgent needs.
• Ability to speak and understand basic English.
• Must live within 30 minutes of the property, unless otherwise approved by management.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Schedules and coordinates exterior siding repairs and emergency roof repairs.
• Performs minor repairs to Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning units.
• Oversees drywall repairs, painting, and cleaning common areas, and if necessary, performs tasks.
• Monitors inventory and purchases of maintenance supplies.
• Prepares purchase orders, requisitions, and contracts for maintenance equipment, supplies and services.
• Picks up and delivers supplies using company or personal vehicle.
• Assists with preparation of maintenance budget.
• Oversees and assists with snow removal at any and at all hours.
• Maintains grounds by mowing lawns, pruning trees and shrubs, and removing weeds and debris.
• Performs preventive maintenance and assists in the completion of preventive maintenance schedule.
• Maintains equipment to function properly and comply with all safety standards.
• Assists with schedules and may perform emergency on-call service for after hours maintenance-related issues.
• Assists at other properties in the region as needed.

Benefits

• Health & Wellness Benefits: 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: 13 paid holidays per year, 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: 401k program with a company match.
• 100% Company-Paid Life Insurance.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees