Maintenance Technician- Willett Manor
National Church ResidencesAbout the role
Job Description:
Location: Willett Manor – South River, New Jersey- 74 units
Position: Full-Time Maintenance Technician
Schedule: 40 hours per week | Alternating weeks emergency on-call
Pay: $25/hour
Requirement: Must live within 30 minutes of South River, NJ
Job Summary:
The Maintenance Technician ensures senior housing facilities remain safe, functional, and visually appealing. Responsibilities include preventive maintenance, repairs, facility upkeep, and supervising junior staff, while ensuring compliance with all regulations.
Key Responsibilities:
Perform routine and preventive maintenance on HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and safety systems
Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and plumbing issues
Maintain cleanliness and safety of common areas and grounds
Ensure safety compliance and correct potential hazards
Supervise and train junior maintenance staff
Manage inventory and order supplies
Document maintenance activities and report to leadership
Qualifications:
High school diploma required; vocational training preferred
2+ years of maintenance experience (senior housing a plus)
Skilled in mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems
Strong problem-solving and communication skills
Relevant certifications and valid driver’s license required
Building maintenance experience required
Must live within 30 minutes of South River, NJ
Ability to work flexible hours and be on emergency call rotation
Work Environment:
Work performed indoors and outdoors
Occasional exposure to noise and hazardous materials
Must be available for emergency on-call shifts as scheduled
In return, National Church Residences offers an excellent total reward package that includes:
- Medical & Rx (both PPO & HDHP w/HSA) – including coverage for Fertility
- Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, Accident, Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness & Pet Telehealth (Airvert)
- Flexible Spending accounts for health, dependent care, transportation and parking
- Parental Leave for 4-weeks @ 100% pay
- Short & Long-term Disability coverage – 100% company-paid
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
- Reimbursement for Tuition expenses
- Employee Discounts including Tickets, Retail, etc.
- Well-being Programs including EAP, Tobacco Cessation, Weight-loss, Women’s Reproductive support, and more
- 401(a) & 403(b) Retirement plans with an automatic 3% company contribution plus another 3% matching contribution
*Programs may vary depending on Full Time, Part Time or Contingent status
Apply today and help us maintain a safe and welcoming home for our senior residents! #jointhemission2
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, military status, disability, genetic information and/or any other characteristics protected by applicable law.
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