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SUMMARY OF POSITION:

Cornerstone Housing Partners currently manages and maintains 160

buildings and 4 mobile home parks in Bennington and Rutland County.

The Maintenance Tech general homeowner-level maintenance skills and

would handle general maintenance in occupied apartments at the residents request and vacant apartments to return them to move-in condition for future residents.

This position requires maintaining maintenance and repair records of

activities using computerized work order and time management systems.

This position requires availability for after-hour emergency

response on a rotating schedule for several days/nights at a time including weekends and holidays.

This position requires use of own tools, a valid drivers license,

use of personal vehicle with mileage reimbursement. Vehicle must have current inspection and up-to-date vehicle insurance.

This position would primarily focus on properties located in the

Bennington, VT area.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES:

Perform routine maintenance and repairs at Cornerstone Housing

Partners-managed buildings and sites. This will involve, but is not limited to, carpentry, minor plumbing, electrical, drywall repair, painting, hardware and cleaning.

Perform water system monitoring/maintenance activities such as

sample collections, water testing, maintenance of chemical injection systems, and water softening equipment.

Troubleshooting & problem solving for repairs and system

malfunctions.

Assist Regional Property Manager with site-related visits such as

inspections.

Use computerized work order system to document and track progress

and work completed. Work within budget to cover repair and maintenance expenses.

Carry pager and/or cell-phone to facilitate communication during

day, and address emergencies after hours (on a rotating schedule).

Complete other responsibilities as appropriate and assigned by the

Regional Property Manager.

Terms of Employment:

This Property Maintenance Specialist position is full-time and hourly including health insurance, vacation, sick, personal and holidays. The position has a Non-Exempt status. This position requires routine after-hours availability. An individual in this position is hired and supervised by Regional Property Manager.

Attributes Required:

Self Starter: Must be able to work independently in an environment

of significant responsibility, autonomy, and competing priorities. Must be able to define tasks and their priorities. Efficient use of time, organization and attention to detail are essential.

Pride in Work/Personal Accountability: Must be self-motivated to

accomplish high quality and timely work. High standards of craftsmanship and professionalism should be innate. Individual must be receptive to measurement and being held accountable to operating benchmarks.

Communicator: This is a collaborative working environment. Must be

effective at verbal communication and comfortable interacting with a broad array of parties whose interests sometimes differ and conflict. Sensitivity to audience, clarity, brevity and ability to articulate what is needed are necessary.

Skills Required:

Mechanical Skills: Experience with construction essential;

Property maintenance experience is desirable. Good problem solving/diagnostic skills and experience is necessary. Must be able to lift 80 pounds, and must be able to climb stairs to 6^th^ floor.

Technical skills: Must have basic computer skills to be able to

use appropriate technology to monitor and document field work and recording of time. Must be comfortable with office equipment (including copier, fax, computer, etc.).

PRIOR EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

High school diploma or equivalent necessary. On-the-job experience with construction and/or property maintenance. Must have own truck or other vehicle suitable to construction activity, valid drivers license, and provide certificate of auto insurance. Must own and use own tools.

For more information or to apply, email your resume, cover letter and three professional references (titles, phone numbers, and email addresses) toor go to:

Cornerstone Housing Partners

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