Maintenance Apprentice (Southern MA & Rhode Island Region) - 3 openings!

Description

• Perform repairs in such areas as, but not limited to, appliances, carpentry, hardware accessories, masonry, painting and basic electrical, plumbing and HVAC.
• Assist in preparing vacant apartments for market ready status in accordance to company standards.
• Be available for on call activity during off hours and emergencies based on a pre-determined schedule and need.
• Maintain grounds and curb appeal through snow removal, landscaping and trash management activities.
• Complete assigned service requests and repairs consistent with company operating procedures.

Requirements

• A strong professional foundation and understanding of the trades, safety, customer service, and professional communication skills that will position graduates of the program to advance in facilities management with progressive wage increases.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to take initiative and work proactively.
• Basic familiarity with computers, tablets, computer systems and web-based applications.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Less than 1 year of relevant work experience.
• Ability to speak and understand basic English.
• A current driver's license in good standing and ability to meet the driving records standards outlined in the Company Safe Vehicular Operations Policy.
• Ability to meet emergency on-call demands at your assigned property (both weekends and after regular working hours).
• Nationally recognized credentials, including CPR and Safety Certification, OSHA 10, and Certified Maintenance Apprentice Technician (CAMT), as well as industry specific credentials.

Benefits

• Tuition Reimbursement program and continuous training and development opportunities
• Generous time off policies (including 11 paid holidays (12 for MA employees); Generous Accrued Time Off increasing with years of service; Generous paid sick time; Annual day of service; Floating Holiday)
• Long Term Disability and voluntary Short Term Disability; Basic Term Life Insurance and AD&D; optional supplemental life insurance
• Employee Relief Program supporting employees with unexpected hardships that place undue financial stress on them and their families
• Vocational or Technical training.
• 401(k) plan options with a company match
• Various Comprehensive Medical, Dental, & Vision plan options
• Health Expense Reimbursement program (including gym memberships, equipment, and subscriptions)
• Employee Corporate Discount Programs (Verizon Wireless, Home Depot Pro, Staples, and more!)
• Flexible and/or Hybrid schedules are available for certain roles
• Ability to travel to regional property sites and additional trainings as scheduled (mileage reimbursed).
• Wellbeing program (group challenges, seminars, opportunities to earn points to reduce medical premiums), Employee Assistance Program, & Commuter and Parking Reimbursement options
• Flexible Spending Account, Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, Health Savings Account options with HSA annual employer contribution
• 2,000 hours of on-the-job training and 150 hours of technical instruction at The Peterson School in Worcester, MA in the trades and property management to develop the skills needed to become future industry leaders. Please note that travel and time is compensated for your onsite technical training at Peterson School in Worcester, MA.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance