Caretaker for nonprofit owned appartments

Caretaker for nonprofit owned appartments

Providence, RI, US

3 days ago Requisition

Salary Range: $15,000.00 To $18,000.00 Annually

Job Title: Resident Apartment Building Caretaker (Room Included)
Location: Pawtucket, Rhode Island
Employment Type: Part-Time (On-site Resident)

Through peer-based outreach, Project Weber/RENEW provides harm reduction services, builds relationships with the people we serve, and fights for systemic change. We empower people who engage in drug use and/or sex work to make healthier and safer choices within their own lives. We believe that all people deserve a loving space free from judgment and that everyone has the power to change.

We are ecstatic to have opened the first state regulated overdose prevention center (OPC) in the country. The OPC will provide a safe, clean space in which someone can use pre-obtained substances. OPCs have been proven to reduce overdoses , prevent the spread of infectious disease and save lives. With trained medical and peer staff on hand to provide safe supplies, monitoring, and a space in which to feel comfortable, clients are much more likely to engage in other support services.

We are seeking a responsible, handy, and reliable Resident Caretaker to manage the daily upkeep and security of our 5-unit apartment building and operational space. This position requires living on-site. In exchange for your services, you will receive full room and board, including a 1-bedroom apartment with utilities paid. You will be the primary point of contact for tenants and the first line of defense for property maintenance.

• Perform minor plumbing, electrical, and carpentry repairs.
• Change light bulbs, smoke detector batteries, and HVAC filters

• Perform seasonal snow removal and salting on sidewalks.
• Mow lawns, trim bushes, and water landscaped areas.

• Act as the primary on-site contact for tenant lockouts and emergencies between 5PM and 8AM.
• Supervise outside contractors, plumbers, or inspectors when on-site.
• Rent-Free Apartment: Free 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom on-site unit.
• Utilities Included: Free electricity, water, gas, and high-speed internet.

• Experience: 6+ months in property maintenance or residential caretaking.
• Availability: Must live on-site and be available for evening/weekend emergency calls.
• Traits: Excellent communication, trustworthiness, and a professional demeanor.