Maintenance Technician

 Location: New Bedford/Fall River MA
Organization: Community Action for Better Housing
Employment Type: Full Time -36 Hrs (Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri)
Salary: $21 - $23 per hour, commensurate with experience and qualification
Reports To: Maintenance Supervisor

Position Summary

CABH is seeking a reliable, skilled, and service-oriented Maintenance Technician to assist with the operation and maintenance of affordable housing properties.  The Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing routine, preventive, and emergency maintenance tasks while ensuring that properties remain safe, clean, and well-maintained for residents.  This position requires the ability to diagnose problems, complete repairs, respond to resident service requests, and work independently while maintaining positive resident relations.

Community Action for Better Housing empowers individuals and families to break the cycle of poverty and homelessness by providing safe, comfortable, and affordable housing, along with essential resources for personal advancement.  We serve low-income families and individuals in the New Bedford and Fall River, MA area, including those who are homeless, disabled, or elderly.

  Key Responsibilities

• Perform routine, preventive, and corrective maintenance on residential units and common areas.
• Complete vacant unit turn-overs to ensure apartments are rent-ready in a timely manner.
• Respond to maintenance work orders and emergency service requests promptly and professionally.
• Perform period maintenance and inspections, as assigned, and recommend corrective action of building systems and equipment.
• Assist in coordinating and monitoring vendor and contractor activities, ensure work is completed satisfactorily.

Work Schedule

• 36 Hours per Week (Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri).
• Occasional evening, weekend, holiday, and emergency response work may be required.
• Participation in an on-call rotation is required.

Benefits

· 75% Employer-paid Health & Dental on Day One 

· 403B Tax-deferred Retirement Account

· Paid Time Off

· Life Insurance, Short & Long-term Disability

· On-Call Compensation

Equal Employment Opportunity

Community Action for Better Housing is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum of two (2) years of maintenance, facilities, building, or property management experience.
• Working knowledge of residential maintenance procedures and building systems.
• Basic knowledge of plumbing, electrical, carpentry, drywall, painting, HVAC, and appliance repair.
• Ability to safely operate hand tools, power tools, ladders, and maintenance equipment.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize multiple assignments.
• Basic computer skills, including email and work order systems.
• Ability to participate in an on-call rotation and respond to emergencies.

Preferred

• Experience in multifamily, affordable housing, public housing, or property management maintenance.
• Experience with property management software and mobile work order applications.
• Bilingual in Spanish and/or Portuguese

Requirements

· Must meet the eligibility requirements of CABH's vehicle insurance carrier, including being at least 23 years of age and having a minimum of five (5) years of licensed driving experience.

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to climb ladders, work at heights, stand, bend, stoop, kneel, and perform physical labor.
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.

· Ability to pass a CORI background check

· Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.

· Reliable transportation.