Maintenance Worker

The full-time Janitor/Maintenance Technician, (M-F 9-5pm) reports directly to the Maintenance Superintendent. Under the supervision of the Maintenance Superintendent, provides preventive and ongoing maintenance services for 170 units located in scattered locations throughout Malden, Medford, Everett, and Revere area. Does general repairs such as patching walls, painting, hanging shelves, landscaping, grounds cleaning and makes repairs and inspections of equipment.

Responsibilities:

Participates in the On-Call rotation

Meet with supervisor weekly to review work orders, identify issues and concerns, and receive feedback and support.

Participate in intra-agency meetings as needed

Work with staff and residents to ensure that units and each facility is maintained in a clean, safe and attractive manner.

Follow all agency and mandated guidelines related to security, safety and confidentiality

Perform other related duties as needed or as directed.

Responsible for unit turnovers as directed by supervisor (i.e. scheduling maintenance, conducting and scheduling inspection)

Competencies

Ability to perform various maintenance and clean-up task as needed

Ability to interact professionally with people of diverse backgrounds

Good verbal communication skills; second language abilities a plus!

Strong customer service presentation

Have a valid drivers license. Access to a vehicle preferred.

Ability to manage and complete tasks on a timely manner as scheduled

Ability to communicate effectively over the phone and in writing as needed

Ability to maintain a positive work environment

Ability to remain calm and professional

Ability to work independently and as a team player

Ability to maintain strict professional relationship with residents

Ability to plan, organize and think independently; must be detail oriented

Ability to follow guidelines on confidentiality, safety, handling emergencies, etc.

Have familiarity with neighborhoods in the greater Malden area

QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS:

Qualifications:

Minimum of 2 years previous experience in property management janitorial, maintenance, or related field

No specific level of education is required. However, for safety and productivity reasons the position requires the ability to read and write English.

The ability to accurately perform basic mathematical functions.

Must be able to diagnose problems with and repair the following:

Major appliances

HVAC

Basic intermediate plumbing

Basic intermediate electrical (when no license required)

Sheetrock

General carpentry

General hardware repairs/installation

Roofs and gutters

Painting

Landscaping

Foundation/sidewalk repairs

Ice/snow removal

We believe that to be successful in this position, it is crucial that the candidate can honestly assess their strengths and determine that they include:

Eligibility Requirements:

Ability to form strong interpersonal relationships with people from diverse backgrounds

Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States

Must be 18 years or older

Must be fluent in English

Must be able to pass a Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) and Sex Offender Registry Information (SORI) background check

Physical Requirements:

Resonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential funtions.

Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time walking up and down flights of stairs

Must be able to sit for prolonged periods of time at a desk while working on a computer

Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of ativities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.