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FirstService Residential Senior Maintenance Technician in Canton, Massachusetts

Job Overview:Â

As a Senior Maintenance Technician, the primary responsibilities are to perform a variety of work in the maintenance and repair of equipment and facilities of common area elements and buildings, condominium buildings and the recreation center including but not limited to carpentry, roofing/gutters, electrical, plumbing, masonry, painting tasks and snow removal. Performs minor troubleshooting, repairs and adjustments and reports mechanical malfunctions to appropriate party for action. Duties may include the moving of equipment and furniture to various sites. Must exercise discretion in identifying projects requiring the services of a higher skilled craftsperson. Maintains and updates work logs as required. Must carry work cell phone for required emergency on-call maintenance and snow removal services.

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Your Responsibilities:Â

  • Provide regular status updates to the Vice President of Property Services
  • Take initiative to act with minimal supervision;
  • Assesses repair needs and estimated time needed for repair (including evaluating problems to determine whether professional assistance or further instruction is needed to complete task/repair)
  • Performs maintenance replacement and repair in areas of carpentry, electrical work, plumbing, mechanical, painting, flooring, and other minor building repairs.
  • On call availability for emergencies and projects as assigned.
  • Promptly respond to emergencies; coordinate with other responders to ensure the safety of the community
  • Perform minor and major repairs of common area buildings and equipment as needed, document for follow through with appropriate work order system and inform supervisor when appropriate.
  • Conduct minor repairs on ground level lighting or lighting that can be reached with a 6-foot ladder
  • Conduct onsite property inspection
  • Sweep, vacuum, mop, wax, strip and polish floors and stairways and carpets as needed.
  • Monitor and maintain sump pump, boiler equipment, including checking temperature to adjust
  • Check fire escapes and fire escape balconies on all floors ensure compliance to local fire prevention regulations
  • Perform various preventative maintenance functions
  • Records and evaluates preventive maintenance activities and programs. Follows safety procedures and maintains a safe work environment.
  • Be professional, courteous and pleasant to residents

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Skills & Qualifications:Â

  • Maintain a valid state-issued driver's license.
  • High school diploma or equivalency preferred. Maintains current knowledge in the field of maintenance repairs and replacements,
  • Requires a minimum of three (3) to five (5) years general experience in building trades, repair and replacement maintenance or handy work.
  • Ability to follow verbal and written directions, keep accurate records, fill work orders and journals, and perform administrative operational functions
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong customer service, communication and interpersonal skills required.
  • May be required to use personal transportation to perform work duties
  • Ability to operate a variety of hand and power tools, including drills, floor buffer, vacuum, carpet cleaner, power washer and other tools used in building maintenance
  • Knowledge of methods, materials and equipment regularly used in custodial, maintenance and repair work
  • Proficiency and working knowledge of Microsoft offices applications - Word, Excel spreadsheets, and e-mail.
  • Supervisory experience a plus

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Physical Requirements: Â

  • Ability to lift to 50 lbs. following appropriate safety procedures.
  • Work in an upright standing position for long periods of time; be able to reach overhead; have full range of mobility in upper and lower body.
  • Be able to work in various positions, including, but not limited to stooping, standing, bending over, sitting, kneeling, and squatting for extended periods of time, climbing stairs, navigating the property/building quickly and easily as required to meet the job functions.
  • Climb ladders and work at heights above ground level (maximum 14 ft on A-frames and 21 ft on extension ladders)
  • Ability to work in different environmental working conditions (e.g., heat, cold, wind, rain, humidity)
  • Repeat various motions with the wrists, hands, and fingers.
  • Be able to lift, pull and push materials and equipment up to 50 lbs. occasionally to complete assigned job tasks.
  • Communicate, receive, and exchange ideas and information by means of the spoken and written word.

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What We Offer:Â

As a full-time exempt associate, you will be eligible for full comprehensive benefits to include your choice of multiple medical plans, dental, and vision. In addition, you will be eligible for time off benefits, paid holidays and a 401k with company match. Occasional travel may be required to attend training and other company functions.Â

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Compensation:

 $35.00 - $40.00 per hour Â

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Disclaimer Statement: Â

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The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. This is not an all-inclusive job description; therefore, management has the right to assign or reassign schedules, duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

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