Maintenance Trainee
About the Company
Balfour Beatty Communities is dedicated to delivering quality communities people are proud to call home. The company’s culture of caring drives every aspect of the business, emphasizing sincerity, empathy, and creativity in serving residents, partners, and each other. Balfour Beatty Communities is part of Balfour Beatty Investments and Balfour Beatty plc, an international group that finances, develops, builds, and maintains infrastructure assets.
About the Role
The Maintenance Technician is integral to maintaining the overall physical condition of the community and providing world‑class service to residents. Technicians diagnose maintenance issues, make necessary repairs, and ensure resident service requests and community maintenance are completed promptly.
Responsibilities
- Learn and provide maintenance support for general maintenance and orderliness of property, including HVAC, mechanical, electrical, utilities, and lighting systems, as well as inspections and repairs.
- Ensure the successful execution of all company safety and environmental policies and procedures.
- Deliver the highest level of resident satisfaction through responsive, consistent, positive, and professional interactions.
- Work a rotating on‑call schedule to provide 24/7 maintenance coverage.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Knowledge of basic tools and general maintenance processes.
- Basic troubleshooting skills.
- Valid state‑issued driver’s license with a safe driving record.
Physical Demands & Work Conditions
Regularly use hands to manipulate tools, machinery, equipment, supplies, and office equipment. Frequently stand, reach with hands and arms, climb ladders, balance, and stoop. Sit and stand to perform clerical work. Regularly lift and move equipment and supplies up to 50–75 lb. Work is performed both inside and outside maintenance/machinery environments and residential properties. Employees frequently interact directly with residents, maintenance staff, and community staff throughout the workday.
Benefits
- Discretionary bonuses
- Medical and dental insurance (coverage begins the 1st of the month following employment)
- Health, Flexible Spending, and Dependent Care Accounts
- Company‑paid life insurance
- 401(k) plan with employer matching
- Robust paid time off, including sick leave, floating holidays, vacation, and personal days
- Two volunteer days per year
- Company‑paid short‑term and long‑term disability
- Paid parental leave
- Additional benefits and perks