Maintenance Technician

Overview:

When you join the team at Fox Hill Village in Westwood, MA, you’ll work in a beautiful environment with a warm and friendly culture while having the satisfaction of knowing you’re making a difference in the lives of senior adults.

You’ll work closely with residents, getting to know them as people, and caring about them as friends. And you’ll be part of a passionate, hard-working team of professionals with a structure that supports your growth and development.

This is an in-person 5 day a week job at our beautiful campus in Westwood, MA.

The Job:

We are seeking a reliable and experienced Full-time Maintenance Technician to join our team. As a Maintenance Technician, you will report to both the Director of Engineering and Facilities Manager and assist the Maintenance team with maintaining the facility and grounds.

The Maintenance Technician will perform preventive maintenance on vital equipment, work on grease pumps, change out small and large motors on air handlers and exhaust systems, and troubleshoot small HVAC equipment in apartments such as thermostats, baseboard heat actuators and valves.

A wide range of mechanical ability is needed to best serve our residents’ needs. The candidate must have knowledge of general building mechanical systems, inspections of boilers, chillers and fire safety apparatus.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities:

• Ability to receive, organize and prioritize tasks / work orders through tablet-based software, texts, radio, and verbal communications from supervisors and residents.
• Ability to make minor plumbing repairs such as disposal and dishwasher replacements, kitchen and bath faucet repair, clear clogged sinks, and toilet drains.
• Ability to make minor electrical repairs such as lamp repair and replace broken switches.
• Must possess certain computer and technical skills. Ability to work with and assist residents with the following devices: laptops, computers, cell phones, iPads, TV’s, cable systems, Wi-Fi systems.
• Will need to be available to assist in snow removal consisting of shoveling, operating snow blower and/or clearing snow from cars to ensure the safety of residents, visitors and staff.

Job Requirements:

• Strong customer service skills
• Outstanding communication, interpersonal skills
• Proven mechanical aptitude and ability.
• Respond to emergency calls for HVAC equipment failures.
• Perform Prev. Maintenance on small and large motors and exhaust equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair HVAC equipment in residential apartments.
• General plumbing, electrical and light carpentry knowledge.

Hours/Schedule:

• This is a Full-time position requiring a flexible work schedule to effectively perform the essential functions of the job and meet deadlines, resident(s)/family needs.

Education & Experience:

• High School Diploma required, Trade School training a plus.
• Five (5) years trade experience as a carpenter, maintenance or facilities technician in a residential or hospitality industry/setting.
• Extensive previous work experience managing multiple tasks.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and demonstrated ability to work as a part of a team.
• Demonstrated computer skills.

Physical & Mental Requirements:

• Move intermittently throughout the workday.
• Ability to walk long distances throughout the facility.
• Must be able to perform repetitive motion, such as bending, pushing/pulling, carrying, reaching, walking/standing and climbing stairs, ladders and access small crawl spaces.
• Maneuver weight between 50-75 lbs.
• Sensory capability to detect odors and hear sounds necessary to detect, diagnose and repair equipment.
• Eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity sufficient to operate tools and equipment.
• Varied to include hot or cold temperatures while periodically working outdoors, in residents’ apartments, offices and common areas.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $31.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $31