Maintenance Technician II - Non-Driving

Beacon Communities•Buffalo, NY

13d•Onsite

About The Position

Under limited supervision, the Maintenance Technician II performs skilled maintenance functions and minor repairs that do not require a license, including work related to electrical systems, plumbing, appliances, flooring, carpentry, painting, and heating or air issues. The role supports apartment turnovers, property upkeep, preventive maintenance, equipment safety, and urgent after-hours maintenance needs at Niagara Square, Waterfront, and Shoreline Apartments in Buffalo, New York. The position reports to the Maintenance Supervisor and has no supervisory duties. It is classified as nonexempt. The position requires on-call availability for urgent needs, including snow removal at any and all hours. The employee may assist at other properties in the region and must live within 30 minutes of the properties unless management approves otherwise. Compensation is $24.00–$26.00 per hour. New hires are eligible for a $1,000 sign-on bonus, with $500 payable with the first paycheck and $500 after 90 days of employment.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Three to five years of related experience.
General knowledge of electrical work, plumbing, appliances, HVAC, and/or carpentry.
Skilled in at least two trades, such as electrical, plumbing, appliances, HVAC, or carpentry.
Technical proficiency with cell phones and tablets.
Availability for off-hours on-call activity for urgent needs.
Ability to speak and understand basic English.
Ability to live within 30 minutes of the properties unless otherwise approved by management.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, climb and work on ladders and stairs, work with arms raised overhead, stand or walk for long periods, bend at the waist and knees, and shovel snow.
Demonstrated teamwork, integrity and ethics, dependability, customer focus, and adaptability or flexibility.
Job knowledge, problem-solving and analysis, attention to work-environment safety, planning, interpersonal skills, and communication.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Complete clean-out and demolition work related to apartment turnovers after units are vacated, helping ensure units are made ready in a timely manner.
Perform general carpentry, including wallboard repairs, countertop and cabinet replacement, finish carpentry, window and glass repair, door and lock repair, and ceramic tile repair.
Patch drywall, paint, replace cover plates, and clean common areas.
Monitor and organize inventory.
Pick up and deliver supplies using a company or personal vehicle.
Remove snow from the property during any and all hours.
Maintain grounds by mowing lawns, pruning trees and shrubs, and removing weeds and debris.
Perform assigned preventive maintenance duties and tasks.
Help maintain equipment so it functions properly and complies with safety standards.
Provide required emergency on-call service for after-hours maintenance-related issues.
Assist at other properties in the region as needed.