Maintenance Technician

* $5,000 SIGN ON BONUS *

The Maintenance Technician will be part of the Operations Department, taking direction from the Maintenance Supervisor and reporting directly to the Property Manager.  

The Maintenance Technician will be responsible for the maintenance, repair, and cleanliness of apartment buildings assigned to them, which may consist of multiple locations and building types.  

The Maintenance Technician plays a crucial role in ensuring that their assigned apartment buildings are maintained to the highest standards of excellence, both set by our company and the industry. 

Property Overview 

The Pryde is now open and occupied! Developed by Pennrose in partnership with LGBTQ Senior Housing Inc., the community features 74 brand-new LGBTQ+ affirming apartments for seniors aged 62 and older in Boston’s Hyde Park neighborhood. The development is a historic rehabilitation of the 120-year-old former William Barton Rogers School, thoughtfully reimagined to create an inclusive, welcoming community.

The Pryde offers rent-restricted studio, one-, and two-bedroom apartments available to individuals and households at a range of income levels, including 30%, 50%, 60%, 80%, and 100% of Area Median Income. Several apartments are set aside for individuals experiencing homelessness.

The pet-friendly residence boasts modern amenities, including two private resident lounges and a sunroom. Additional shared spaces include a large event area, gallery space, a resident cinema, classrooms for educational programming, and on-site laundry facilities. Residents also enjoy access to an on-site fitness center.

Pay range: $28 - $33/hour depending on experience.

Property Overview 

The Pryde is now open and occupied! Developed by Pennrose in partnership with LGBTQ Senior Housing Inc., the community features 74 brand-new LGBTQ+ affirming apartments for seniors aged 62 and older in Boston’s Hyde Park neighborhood. The development is a historic rehabilitation of the 120-year-old former William Barton Rogers School, thoughtfully reimagined to create an inclusive, welcoming community.

The Pryde offers rent-restricted studio, one-, and two-bedroom apartments available to individuals and households at a range of income levels, including 30%, 50%, 60%, 80%, and 100% of Area Median Income. Several apartments are set aside for individuals experiencing homelessness.

The pet-friendly residence boasts modern amenities, including two private resident lounges and a sunroom. Additional shared spaces include a large event area, gallery space, a resident cinema, classrooms for educational programming, and on-site laundry facilities. Residents also enjoy access to an on-site fitness center.

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• Perform administrative work each morning (30 minutes) as assigned by the PM or Support Center, including but not limited to prescribed online training, reviewing “My Pennrose” updates, reviewing messages from the executive team/ownership, scheduling vendors, ordering parts, participating in “Team Meetings” etc. Communication and compliance with PMs, MSs, RPMs, RMMs, and Property Support Center is mandatory. Your supervisor will provide undisturbed computer time.  
• Ensure all service requests and repairs are made correctly and promptly using the company’s mobile Maintenance app. 
• Assist with turnkey operations as required. Including but not limited to scheduling, punching, painting, and cleaning within five business days of move-out.  
• Maintaining an effective preventative maintenance program. 
• Prepare for Owner, Federal, State, and local inspections. 
• Inspect grounds, buildings, and common areas for a safe, clean environment. 
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Performance Metrics

• Property inspection results will be consistently excellent
• Work orders and units will be consistently on time
• Preventive maintenance will be done professionally and on time
• Customer satisfaction surveys will be consistently perfect

Required Education and Experience: 

• High School Diploma / GED – technical training certifications a plus
• One year of property maintenance responsibilities or similar experience
• Requires a valid driver’s license, an insured vehicle, and the ability to travel (between properties)
• Obtaining a company-provided EPA certification is required within six months of employment. Pennrose Management Company provides this certification
• Experience working with the LGBTQ community, seniors, and people experience housing instability 

Working Conditions: 

• Ability to work periodic flexible hours is required. Ability to travel by plane and automobile is required.
• Ability to work at property locations within or near transitional neighborhoods
• Ability to climb stairs, take elevators, bend, squat, and reach overhead, and meet standard mobility and lifting for tasks typically associated with property maintenance
• Ability to multitask, stay organized, and meet deadlines.
• On-call, after-hour emergency service will be required
• Hands-on repair and maintenance work constitutes the majority of time and duties