On Call Maintenance Specialist

Devereux • Rutland, MA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Devereux Massachusetts is seeking an On Call Maintenance Specialist to help maintain a safe, homelike environment for students with complex psychological, emotional, and behavioral disorders, including Autism Spectrum Disorder. This on-call position is based in Rutland, Massachusetts, with shifts picked up as needed. Pay is $21.50–$25.01 per hour, depending on experience and education.

The role involves interior building maintenance and repair, including painting, carpentry, building repairs, basic plumbing, HVAC, and electrical work. The specialist should be able to work independently or as part of a team, multitask, and safely use power tools and lawn equipment. Attendance at a paid two-day orientation in Rutland is required.

Devereux is a nonprofit behavioral healthcare organization serving children, adults, and families. Its mission is to unlock and nurture human potential for people living with emotional, behavioral, or cognitive differences. The organization emphasizes servant leadership, inclusivity, and a welcoming, supportive work environment.

Requirements

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Massachusetts license and vehicle required.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to lift 70 pounds required.
• Must be able to attend a two-day paid orientation on Monday and Tuesday, from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, in Rutland, Massachusetts.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in interior building maintenance and repair is strongly preferred.
• Ability to multitask and work well independently or as part of a team.
• Skill in painting, carpentry, basic plumbing, HVAC, and electrical work.

Responsibilities

• Help maintain a safe and homelike environment for students.
• Perform interior building maintenance and repairs, including painting, carpentry, and repairs such as patching holes in walls and removing or replacing doors.
• Perform basic plumbing, HVAC, and electrical work.
• Safely use power tools and lawn equipment.
• Attend a paid two-day orientation in Rutland, Massachusetts.

Benefits

• 192 hours of paid time off per year and 64 sick hours per year (full-time benefits).
• 403(b) retirement account with a guaranteed 3% employer contribution and potential additional 2% match.
• Free life insurance up to twice annual salary, not to exceed $200,000.
• Blue Cross health insurance plans.
• Short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Accident insurance.
• Identity theft insurance.
• Pet insurance.
• Additional insurance options.
• Free Employee Assistance Program for mental health, work-life balance, and general well-being.
• Discounts on hotels, rental cars, theme parks, electronics, and more.
• ASCEND career-accelerator program, including tuition payments, student loan repayment, career guidance, one-on-one coaching, and skills development.
• Medical care, including telemedicine, prescription drug coverage, preventative care, and mental health services.
• Tuition reimbursement and continuing education assistance.
• Generous time off, accruing from the first day of employment.
• 403(b) retirement plan with matching benefit.
• Voluntary or employee-paid supplemental life and accident coverage.
• Employee assistance and work-life balance program.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED