Roving Facilities Maintenance Technician

Responsibilities

Drive to properties as needed to perform the required work

Work directly with and answer to Maintenance Supervisor (and Property Managers) with constant communication throughout each day working as a team to efficiently provide a positive experience for the tenants.

Being on call as needed. Projected to be on call one week every 4 to 6 weeks.

Assisting in inspecting and coordinating all make ready repairs and services

Looks to provide proactive maintenance instead of reactive maintenance

Research and gather information related to vendors, contractors, equipment and supplies

Assist as needed in submitting projects for bids

Monitoring contractors to make sure work is completed timely and properly

Completing maintenance logs

Participating as an integral part of the maintenance team in timely snow removal and ice melt application efforts

Maintaining a high level of professionalism and appearance on the job and projecting this professionalism to all team members, residents, owners, vendors and subcontractors

Required Skills

EPA certification (Willingness to obtain in first year)

HVAC certification (or willingness to obtain)

Valid State driver’s license.

Clean Driving record.

Computer knowledge. ie. Typing, spelling, able to use tablets for work orders and communication.

All maintenance person skills HVAC, electrical, plumbing, construction, painting, laying flooring and carpet, appliance repair

Ability to drive to properties, shovel and / or plow snow

Willingness to learn and follow direction

Good communication skills

Benefits for Full-Time Employees

$7,800 contributed annually toward Health Benefits : Medical, Dental, Vision

Company Paid Life Insurance Coverage up to $50,000 per employee (Basic Life & AD&D)

401(k) Plan with employer match

Generous Paid Time Off offered earn 2 weeks per year at the start of your hire date

7 paid holidays per year

Paid On-going Professional Development & Training

Huge Potential for Career Mentorship, Growth and Advancement

Discretionary bonus based on several factors

About Westport Properties

Founded in 1985, Westport Properties ( WPI ) is an owner-operator of self storage, multifamily and industrial properties across the United States.

The Company is a fully integrated operator that develops, acquires and manages its portfolio as well as providing third-party management services.

As of October 2023, WPI has approximately 15.0 million square feet of self storage space under management and its total assets under management is approaching $3.

2 billion with its US Storage Centers brand as well as over 650 multifamily units while employing over 600 people nationwide.

WPI is a founding partner of the 501(c)3 Kure-It, a non-profit organization that raises money for underfunded cancer research, and Charity Storage, a 501(c)3 that uses vacant storage units to raise money for local charities.

To date, Kure-It has raised over $15M and Charity Storage has raised over $1.2M.

At-Will Employment & Equal Opportunity Employer

Westport Properties, Inc. is a parent company of US Storage Centers (USSC) which provides at-will, equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, disability or genetics.

Furthermore, Westport Properties, Inc. expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment and discrimination based on age, disability, color, genetics, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status in compliance with federal, state and applicable local laws governing employment and labor law in every location in which the company conducts business.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.