Lead Maintenance Technician

Lead Maintenance Technician, Colonial Estates - Springfield, MA

This individual will be responsible for and routinely working at 3 properties:
Colonial Estates in Springfield MA, Rolling Green in Amherst, MA, and Stratton Hill in Worcester, MA.

Independently performs various skilled maintenance functions including minor repairs that do not require the need for a license in the following areas: electrical, plumbing, appliances, flooring, carpentry, painting, heating/air issues.

Reports to Maintenance Team Supervisor.

May manage service requests, delegate tasks, and supervise and direct the work of maintenance staff in the absence and in support of Maintenance and Property Management, if applicable.

Nonexempt

• Performs all clean out and demo work for turnover related responsibilities once apartments are vacated to ensure make ready status is achieved in a timely manner.
• Performs general carpentry duties such as wallboard repair, counter top/cabinet replacement, finish carpentry, window/glass repair, door/lock repair, and ceramic tile repair.
• Schedules and coordinates exterior siding repairs and emergency roof repairs.
• Performs minor repairs to Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning units.
• Oversees drywall repairs, painting, and cleaning common areas, and if necessary, performs tasks.
• Monitors inventory and purchases of maintenance supplies.
• Prepares purchase orders, requisitions, and contracts for maintenance equipment, supplies and services.
• Picks up and delivers supplies using company or personal vehicle.
• Assists with preparation of maintenance budget.
• Oversees and assists with snow removal at any and at all hours.
• Maintains grounds by mowing lawns, pruning trees and shrubs, and removing weeds and debris.
• Performs preventive maintenance and assists in the completion of preventive maintenance schedule.
• Maintains equipment to function properly and comply with all safety standards.
• Assists with schedules and may perform emergency on-call service for after hours maintenance-related issues.
• Assists at other properties in the region as needed.

• High School diploma or GED
• 6+ years of related experience
• Advanced knowledge of electrical, plumbing, appliances, HVAC and/or carpentry

• Trade school or college degree
• CAMT certification
• Completion of Greenlight Advanced Maintenance Learning Plan

• Advanced skill in at least 3 trades (electrical, plumbing, appliances, HVAC and carpentry, etc.
• Skilled with cell phones, computers and tablets.
• Maintains a valid driver's license.
• Availability for on-call activity during off hours for urgent needs.
• Ability to speak and understand basic English.
• Must live within 30 minutes of the property, unless otherwise approved by management.

Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds, climb and work on ladders, work with arms raised over head, stand/walk for long periods of time, climb stairs, bend at waist and knees to lift boxes, appliances, furniture, shovel snow, etc.

• Job Knowledge
• Problem Solving/Analysis
• Work Environment Safety
• Planning
• Interpersonal Skills
• Communication

$31.00 - $34.00 per hour. Actual compensation is influenced by a variety of factors including but not limited to skills, experience, qualifications, and geographic location.

Founded in 2004, Beacon Communities LLC is a privately-owned real estate firm that develops, acquires, invests in, and manages a wide range of multifamily housing. Beacon currently owns and manages approximately 150 properties including affordable housing, market rate housing, and mixed income-housing. Its developments range from new construction, to historic adaptive reuse, to the renovation of existing housing. At Beacon, we strive to make a difference in our residents’ lives.

We build outstanding communities that make enduring contributions to the vitality of our cities and towns. We create communities that serve a diverse cross section of our society. Our communities are healthy and vibrant. Why? Because they are planned with care, consideration, and compassion.

• Health & Wellness Benefits. We offer plans for quality medical, dental, and vision coverage to all employees regularly scheduled to work a minimum of 24 hours or more per week. HSA/FSA options are also available.
• Work-Life Balance. On top of offering 13 paid holidays per year, we have an attractive paid time off policy that includes vacation days, personal days, sick time, wellness days, summer flex time, volunteer days and early close Fridays.
• Retirement planning. We offer a 401k program with a company match.
• 100% Company-Paid Life Insurance. With affordable options to elect voluntary life, critical illness, hospital care or accidental injury coverage.
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Childcare &…