Position Description
A building superintendent/maintenance tech performs basic electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and heating and air conditioning work as well as some carpentry work at our long term care facility for Senior Citizens.
An ideal candidate would have some general exposure to maintenance, managing a building, and/or experience working with senior community.
In addition to the salary mentioned, this role comes with free housing (1BR - 1BA) after 60 days!
Essential Duties and Responsibilities of a Building Superintendent/Maintenance Tech.
•Inspects vacant units and prepares them for rental.
•Completes purchase orders.
•Responds to tenant requests for repairs and keeps a journal of completed work.
*Keeps building grounds and common areas clean and in safe condition.
•Ensures that garbage and recycled items are placed for pick up at the appropriate times and in the proper manner.
•Keeps entrances, walkways and stairways clear of ice, snow and debris.
•Maintains fresh paint on interior and exterior of the building
•Maintains inspection logs for sprinkler systems, fire extinguishers and other building systems as required by state and federal law
•Conducts regular preventative maintenance on items throughout the interior and exterior of the building
•Performs regular inspections of all common areas.
•Responds to emergency calls.
- Coordinates with contractors or repair crews for work that is outsourced
*Keeps noise levels to a minimum.
*Participates in interviewing and hiring of maintenance staff.
•Supervises the work of unskilled laborers.
•Purchases all maintenance supplies and keeps adequate inventory
•Wears the proper safety equipment in the appropriate situations including hard hats, eye and ear protection, safety shoes, gloves, face mask and respirator.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
•Must have strong problem solving skills.
•Has the ability to perform basic repairs in electrical, plumbing and mechanical systems.
•Must have good communication and interpersonal skills.
•Must have superior customer service skills.
•Has good listening and negotiating skills.
•*Must be detail oriented and *have good scheduling skills.
•Must be proficient at safely using tools associated with the job.
•Has knowledge of building codes and safety standards as set forth by the state and federal governments
•Must be able to lift heavy items.
*Must be able to maneuver in small spaces
*Must be able to kneel and crouch or climb tall ladders
Education and Experience
•High school diploma
•Experience working on a construction or maintenance crew.
•Must pass criminal background check as well as a drug test in order to be bondable.
Work Environment
•Must be able to deal effectively with unruly or unhappy tenants.
•Must be able to work in dirty, hot, cramped and otherwise uncomfortable areas.
•Time will be spent walking all over the property, including up and down stairs.
•Must be willing to work odd hours including nights and weekends.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $32,000.00 - $45,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Experience level:
Schedule:
Work setting:
- In-person
- Live-in
- Long term care
Application Question(s):
- This role requires a drug test and is subject to a background check. Would that be an issue?
Experience:
- Maintenance/Construction: 5 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
- Somerville, MA 02143: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person