Maintenance Technician I (Maintenance Apprentice) - Central/Western MA Region

Maintenance Apprentice

At WinnCompanies, our work starts with people the residents who call our communities home, the neighborhoods we help strengthen, and the 4,600+ team members across 28 states, Washington, D.C., and Puerto Rico who make it all possible. As an award-winning owner, developer, and manager of high-impact, mixed-income apartment communities, we are proud to be one of the nation's leading managers of multifamily housing and one of the largest operators of affordable housing communities.

We bring together people who care about quality housing, meaningful service, and making a difference every day. Through our innovative resident services platform and commitment to exceptional communities, we offer career opportunities for individuals who want their work to create lasting impact.

As a Maintenance Apprentice, you will play a vital role in ensuring residents have safe, high-quality homes while building a long-term career for yourself. This program is designed not only to equip you with technical expertise, but also to build the professional skills, confidence, and certifications needed to grow into long-term roles within WinnCompanies. Graduates leave with a strong foundation for career advancement and the opportunity to build a stable, meaningful career that supports both their own goals and the communities they serve.

We are looking for individuals who:

• Care deeply about supporting diverse communities and making a positive impact in people's everyday lives
• Are motivated to grownot just technically, but professionally and personally
• Want more than a jobthey're looking for a long-term career with purpose

Maintenance Apprenticeship opportunities are available at the following properties:

• Coes Pond Village (Worcester, MA)
• Lincoln Square (Worcester, MA)
• Mill Valley Estates (Amherst, MA)
• North Village (Webster, MA)
• Saxonville Village (Framingham, MA)

This 12-month career development program combines on-the-job training with expert instruction from WinnCompanies. Participants gain experience as full-time maintenance apprentices along with the following:

• 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.
• Nationally recognized credentials, including CPR/AED and Safety Certification, OSHA 10, and Certified Maintenance Apprentice Technician (CAMT), as well as industry specific credentials.
• 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, while earning progressive wage increases.

Responsibilities

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

Requirements

• Interest in pursuing a career in maintenance.
• Less than 1 year of relevant work experience.
• A current driver's license in good standing and ability to meet the driving records standards outlined in the Company Safe Vehicular Operations Policy.
• Basic familiarity with computers, tablets, computer systems and web-based applications.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to speak and understand basic English.
• Ability to take initiative and work proactively.
• Ability to travel to regional property sites and additional trainings as scheduled (mileage reimbursed).
• Ability to meet emergency on-call demands at your assigned property (both weekends and after regular working hours).
• Preferred Qualifications
• Vocational or Technical training.

We strongly encourage applications from individuals with varied backgrounds and experiences, including those from the communities we serve. We believe our teams are strongest when they reflect the diversity of our residents.

Our Benefits:

• 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)
• 401(k) plan options with a company match
• Various Comprehensive Medical, Dental, & Vision plan options
• Flexible Spending Account, Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, Health Savings Account options with HSA annual employer contribution
• Long Term Disability and voluntary Short Term Disability; Basic Term Life Insurance and AD&D optional supplemental life insurance
• Health Expense Reimbursement program (including gym memberships, equipment, and subscriptions)
• Tuition Reimbursement program and continuous training and development opportunities
• Wellbeing program (group challenges, seminars, opportunities to earn points to reduce medical premiums), Employee Assistance Program, & Commuter and Parking Reimbursement options
• Employee Corporate Discount Programs
• Flexible and/or Hybrid schedules are available for certain roles
• Employee Relief Program supporting employees with unexpected hardships that place undue financial stress on them and their families
• To learn more, visit winnbenefits.com

Why WinnCompanies?

A job you can be proud of: WinnCompanies is a nationally recognized leader in apartment community management and development. Our team members are committed to helping people in the communities we serve and making a positive difference in their lives.

A job that challenges you: Our employees are responsible for our growth and success, and we challenge our team members to always be their best in our fast-paced, dynamic and rewarding workplace.

A job you can learn from: We offer multi-faceted leadership and learning opportunities to support our team members' career growth and professional development.

A team that cares: We value teamwork, innovation, diversity and mutual respect. Through our recognition and rewards programs, we're committed to celebrating and uplifting our team members.

About Us:

WinnCompanies is a mission-driven, national business focused on building and operating top quality affordable housing communities for individuals and families of all incomes, including members of the U.S. Armed Forces and their families. Our people are the source of our success 4,300+ team members working together to create the best possible living communities in 27 states, Washington, D.C., and Puerto Rico.

Whether your skills are in operations, maintenance, leasing, compliance, marketing, IT, HR, accounting or finance, there's a role for you at WinnCompanies. Your passion for excellence can help us make a positive impact in the lives of real people every day.