Maintenance Technician - Per Diem

Who We Are

Since 1985, BHCHP’s mission has been to ensure unconditionally equitable and dignified access to the highest quality health care for all individuals and families experiencing homelessness in greater Boston. Over 10,000 homeless individuals are cared for by Boston Health Care for the Homeless Program each year. We are committed to ensuring that every one of these individuals has access to comprehensive health care, from preventative dental care to cancer treatment.

Our clinicians, case managers, and behavioral health professionals work in more than 30 locations to serve some of our community’s most vulnerable—and most resilient—citizens.

From our earliest days as a program, we have always sought to do work that is transformational: recognizing our shared humanity; centering dignity, compassion, mutual respect and supporting the right of every individual to access the highest levels of health care and every staff member to reach their fullest potential. We continue to be committed to building bridges and breaking down barriers, including systemic racism which harms us all.

We provide community-based health care services that are compassionate, dignified, and culturally appropriate, incorporating social determinants of health, with the goal of breaking down the physical and systemic barriers that our patients face.

Hours:

Per Diem/On‑call as needed; possible shifts Monday‑Sunday, Days/Evenings. Union:
Yes. Union name: 1199

SEIU. Patient facing:
No.

Maintenance Tech III is responsible for the day‑to‑day maintenance for Boston Health Care for the Homeless Program’s buildings and grounds. Responsibilities include managing work orders, identifying and executing building repairs, and responding to general maintenance issues and emergencies in a timely manner. The ideal candidate will have a positive attitude, hands‑on experience, and be able to work independently and as part of a team.

This position reports to the Director of Facilities.

• Resolve daily work order requests
• Provide preventative and corrective maintenance throughout the properties
• Inspect building and/or grounds as necessary
• Replace light bulbs, electrical fixtures, plumbing fixtures, filters, ceiling tiles, door hardware, locks, and make keys
• Perform wall repair, flooring repair, and painting
• Wear necessary safety attire and/or use appropriate equipment
• Respond to emergencies after hours, evenings and weekends, and ice and snow removal
• Work with contractors, as necessary
• Perform daily mechanical inspections
• Participate in annual fire drills
• Meet requests for remote BHCHP locations – 20 locations in the Boston area
• Oversee Routine Preventative Maintenance Schedule
• Performs other duties as required or assigned

• High school diploma or relevant technical school certification preferred
• Knowledge of OSHA and facilities maintenance in a healthcare setting preferred
• Experience in some or all of the following areas: basic plumbing, basic electrical, general carpentry, tiling, locks, painting, grounds keeping, cleaning/janitorial
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required
• Basic computer skills required
• Carry out detailed oral or written instructions independently
• Must be self‑motivated; enjoy working with a diverse population
• Must be able to read, write, and communicate effectively in English
• Must be able to work alone as well as in a team environment
• Must wear appropriate clothing, at all times

• Able to lift up to 75 pounds
• Able to climb and descend stairs, basement, and through roof of Jean Yawkey Place
• Able to bend and stoop, sit and stand for long periods of time

• The compensation is $22.25 per hour.

Does this amazing opportunity interest you? Then we'd love to hear from you.

As an equal opportunity employer, Boston Health Care for the Homeless Program is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified individuals and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information or characteristics, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

Proof of Covid‑19 vaccination is optional for employment.

Employment at Boston Health Care for the Homeless is at‑will. Boston Health Care for the Homeless does not sponsor work authorization visas.