Maintenance Technician

Homeless Solutions has been a leader in providing affordable housing, outreach support and resources to Morris County, NJ for over 40 years. The role of Maintenance Technician at HSI is an opportunity to join our team of housing professionals, supporting the day to day facility operations for 140 units of Homeless Solutions (HSI) owned or managed permanent residential properties. This is a full time, non‑exempt, onsite position, reporting to the Lead Maintenance Technician, with travel to our other facilities primarily in the Morris County area. This position is responsible for implementing our high standards for the maintenance and upkeep of our growing property portfolio, and for imparting that philosophy on tenants and those who work for or contract with HSI. Flexibility of schedule to allow for a collaborative approach to emergency services is required. Position is offered at a starting pay rate of $20–$21/hr. Responsibilities Typical repair tasks relate to basic carpentry, drywall/tape/spackle, paint, flooring and tile, electrical (light fixture changes), and plumbing (sink faucet changes, leak repair) as well as routine and preventative maintenance on HVAC units. Supplementary groundskeeping work as necessary. Installing and servicing kitchen equipment, appliances, window air conditioning units, etc. Moving equipment and furniture for all HSI facilities and sites. Assist with necessary renovations and cleaning of tenant units upon move out. Respond to off‑hour facility emergencies as necessary as part of the rotating schedule. Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent. Sufficient experience to provide for common working knowledge and with construction means and methods. Knowledge of safety practices and procedures related to the building trades and maintaining a safe working environment. Functional working knowledge and ability of computing systems and software such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook. Physically capable of performing duties and responsibilities mentioned herein (to include lifting and carrying objects up to 50 lbs.). Able to sit, stand, walk, kneel, climb and navigate stairs and uneven terrain at properties. Must have and maintain a valid driver's license with a clean driving record. Satisfactory results of applicable periodic background checks is a requirement. Full time permanent staff of Homeless Solutions are eligible to enroll in company sponsored medical , dental and life insurance coverage plans in accordance with HSI policies. In addition, all staff are eligible immediately upon hiring to participate in a 401k retirement savings plan, including up to a 6% company paid match. Generous PTO plans include paid personal, vacation and sick leave as well as 10 floating holidays annually. Salary: $20.00 - $21.00 per hour HSI is an equal opportunity employer, and we appreciate and celebrate the diversity of our staff. We believe that diversity not only includes race and gender, but also age, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, religion and many other parts of an individual's identity. HSI recruits, hires, trains, promotes, compensates and administers all policy and actions with equal opportunity for all employees and applicants. The points of view of all of our staff are important, and supporting a culture of inclusion is everyone's responsibility. #J-18808-Ljbffr