Maintenance Technician

About The Role

POAH Communities is seeking a highly qualified individual to serve as Maintenance Technician for the 20 Stephenson Aman Apartments, a 168‑unit new construction project that marks the first phase of the comprehensive redevelopment of Clarendon Hill state public housing in Somerville, MA. The role involves ensuring a safe, secure, and comfortable living environment for residents, visitors, and staff, and performing routine maintenance and repairs on all appropriate equipment.

• Insuring a safe, secure and comfortable living environment for residents, visitors and staff.
• Being knowledgeable of pertinent laws and EPA and OSHA regulations.
• Being aware of the condition of apartment property throughout the community and immediately initiating action to correct unsafe conditions.
• Scheduling and performing routine preventative maintenance on all appropriate equipment.
• Performing work area clean‑up and safety related duties.
• Diagnosing and performing minor and routine maintenance/repairs.
• Insuring all make‑ready repairs and services are completed.
• Inspecting and helping coordinate all needed make‑ready repairs and services.
• Assisting in keeping grounds neat and clean; rake, sweep, shovel as necessary.

• Must have at least 1 year experience in apartment maintenance.
• High School diploma or GED required; HVAC certification preferred.
• Must have a valid Driver’s License and automobile insurance coverage as use of personal vehicle may be required.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule with weekends and on‑call basis as necessary.
• Must be knowledgeable and skilled in the safe use and maintenance of hand tools, power tools, user‑moved aids, mechanical equipment, measuring devices.
• Must be able to perform the following duties 66-100% of the time: be on feet, bend/stoop/squat/kneel, climb stairs, push/pull, reach above shoulder, climb ladders, grasp/grip/turn, finger dexterity, lift/carry up to 75 lbs, and be able to read and understand maintenance forms and warning labels.
• Must be able to work in all weather conditions.

• Health & Wellness:
  Medical, dental, and vision insurance; wellness programming including monthly webinars and medical insurance discounts.
• Financial: 401(k) with up to 4% company match; FSA options for healthcare, dependent care, and commuting;
  Life & AD&D insurance; free financial coaching.
• Time Off: 15 days of PTO (increases with tenure), 2 personal days, and 11 paid holidays annually.
• Paid Leave: 12 weeks Parental Leave, Bereavement, Jury Duty, Voting.
• Incentives:
  
  Employee referral bonus, suggestion rewards, employee recognition programming.
• Professional development opportunities: tuition reimbursement, mentorship program, ongoing training and learning sessions, professional certifications.

Pay Rate: $25.24 – $32.69 hourly. POAH Communities embraces equal opportunity employment and values workforce diversity. For additional details, please visit