Maintenance Technician

POAH Communities is a mission-driven organization managing over 13,000 affordable housing apartments. As part of the Preservation of Affordable Housing, Inc. family, our team of 500+ professionals believes that quality housing management goes beyond providing safe, comfortable homes; it's about creating environments where residents can thrive.

About the role

POAH Communities is seeking a highly qualified Maintenance Technician for our three Bourne Properties located in Bourne, MA—all within a mile of the Bourne Bridge at the gateway of Cape Cod:

• Canal Bluffs: The first phase of a multi-phased residential community with 28 units affordable to residents earning 60% of the median area income.
• Clay Pond Cove at Canal Bluffs: The second phase of a multi-phased affordable housing community in Bourne, MA.
• High Meadow Townhomes: The third phase of a 117-unit affordable housing project, newly constructed in 2018, consisting of 44 mixed-income, two- and three-bedroom apartments.

Clay Pond Cove | Canal Bluffs | High Meadow Townhomes

Responsibilities

• Ensure a safe, secure, and comfortable living environment for residents, visitors, and staff.
• Be knowledgeable of pertinent laws and EPA and OSHA regulations.
• Monitor the condition of apartment property and immediately address unsafe conditions.
• Schedule and perform routine preventative maintenance on all appropriate equipment.
• Perform work area clean-up and safety-related duties.
• Diagnose and perform minor and routine maintenance/repairs.
• Ensure all make-ready repairs and services are completed and coordinate inspections as needed.
• Assist in keeping grounds neat and clean (rake, sweep, shovel as necessary).

Requirements

• At least 1 year of experience in apartment maintenance.
• High School diploma or GED required; HVAC certification preferred.
• Valid Driver’s License and automobile insurance (use of personal vehicle may be required).
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and on-call as necessary.
• Knowledgeable and skilled in the safe use and maintenance of hand tools, power tools, user-moved aids, mechanical equipment, and measuring devices.
• Physical ability to perform duties 66–100% of the time: standing, bending, stooping, squatting, kneeling, climbing stairs, pushing/pulling, reaching above shoulder, climbing ladders, grasping/gripping/turning, finger dexterity, lifting/carrying up to 75 lbs.
• Ability to read and understand maintenance forms and warning labels.
• Ability to work in all weather conditions.

Benefits

• 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.
• Incentives: Employee referral bonus, suggestion rewards, employee recognition programming.
• Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement, mentorship program, ongoing training and learning sessions, professional certifications.

Pay

$23.63–$27.00 per hour, based on experience.