Maintenance Apprentice

WinnCompanies is looking for three Maintenance Apprentices to join our teams at our portfolio of affordable housing properties across the Southern MA and Rhode Island area. Please note that the pay range for the openings below is $21.00-$22.00 per hour based on experience level.

Property locations are:

• Curtain Lofts (Fall River, MA)
• Manomet Place II (New Bedford, MA)
• Historic Prospect Heights I, II, III (Pawtucket, RI)

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 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 with progressive wage increases.

If you're a career-minded individual who displays dependability and initiative, and you're committed to starting a career in maintenance with WinnCompanies, please apply here We look forward to working with you.

For more information about the WinnCompanies Maintenance Apprenticeship Program, please click here.

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.

Our Benefits:
Regular full-time US employees are eligible to participate in the following 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