Special Projects Technician (Cherry Point)

Havelock, NC
Military Housing Services – Maintenance /
Full Time /
On-site
Offering a $1,000 sign-on bonus for external hires!

Please note that the pay rate for this position is $20.00 per hour.

WinnCompanies is looking for a motivated and dependable Special Projects Technician to join our military housing team located in Havelock, NC.

In this role, technicians may be utilized to respond to multiple types of work orders. You will be responsible for performing maintenance functions in the community, including rental units, office buildings, residential areas, grounds, and parking lots. You will perform general maintenance and repair of building structures and associated mechanical, electrical, plumbing, sanitary systems and equipment, and you will ensure that all service is performed safely and results in favorable customer feedback.

The selected candidate will work Monday through Friday, from 8:00AM to 5:00PM.

Responsibilities

    • Perform specialized tasks including remediation, tub refinishing, roofing, flooring, and small capital projects.
    • Respond to service calls, complete COM work and other property maintenance requirements including, but are not limited to cleaning, painting, interior/exterior decorating and maintenance, lawn maintenance, debris removal, plumbing, electrical work, smoke detector maintenance, repair or replacement of lights, roof repairs, heating/air systems maintenance, appliance repairs, etc.
    • Respond to and complete on-call after hour emergency and urgent repairs.
    • Install and connect stoves, refrigerators, dishwashers and other electrical and gas appliances.
    • Transport equipment, furnishings and appliances to job sites. Load and unload trucks.
    • Repair and fabricate window and door screens and frames.
    • Dig, fill, and tamp earth excavations; level grounds using pick, shovel, tamper and rake; shovel concrete; clean culverts and ditches; cut tree and brush; operate power tools and lawn mowers.
    • Remove floor tile, sheet vinyl, ceramic floor tile, plywood, and damaged drywall.
    • Operate power blowers or use brooms to clean roof tops, sidewalks and driveways of leaves and debris.
    • Ensure work-site clean up.
    • Update work order status including time, materials and notes on mobile devices provided in an accurate and timely manner.
    • Complete and submit all required paperwork in an accurate and timely manner.
    • Keep supervisor well-informed of activities, results of efforts, and potential problems. Recommend corrective actions to supervisor.
    • Maintain vehicle and vehicle inventory as prescribed.

Requirements

    • High school diploma or GED equivalent.
    • 1-3 years 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. 
    • Ability to demonstrate basic competency in carpentry, plumbing and electrical trades at a minimum as assessed through written, verbal, and hands-on assessments. "Skilled" based on assessment in carpentry.
    • Ability to provide basic tools and equipment necessary to perform daily duties. 
    • Ability to adapt successfully to changing situations and environments.
    • Ability to read and write in English, to understand basic instructions and take direction from supervisors. 
    • Ability to obtain Lead Based Paint Renovation, Repair and Paint certification and asbestos O&M (40 Hour) within 90 days.
    • Basic familiarity with computers and tablets. 
    • Excellent customer service skills.

Preferred Qualifications

    • Vocational or technical training.
$20 - $20 an hour
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Our Benefits:
Permanent 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 Account, Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, Health Savings Account options with HSA annual employer contribution
- Long Term Disability and voluntary Short Term Disability; Basic Term Life Insurance and AD&D; optional supplemental life insurance
- Health Expense Reimbursement program (including gym memberships, equipment, and subscriptions)
- Tuition Reimbursement program and continuous training and development opportunities
- Wellbeing program (group challenges, seminars, opportunities to earn points to reduce medical premiums), Employee Assistance Program, & Commuter and Parking Reimbursement options
- Employee Corporate Discount Programs (Verizon Wireless, Home Depot Pro, Staples, and more!)
- Flexible and/or Hybrid schedules are available for certain roles
- Employee Relief Program supporting employees with unexpected hardships that place undue financial stress on them and their families
- To learn more, visit winnbenefits.com

Why WinnCompanies?
A job you can be proud of: WinnCompanies is a nationally recognized leader in apartment community management and development. Our team members are committed to helping people in the communities we serve and making a positive difference in their lives. 
A job that challenges you: Our employees are responsible for our growth and success, and we challenge our team members to always be their best in our fast-paced, dynamic and rewarding workplace. 
A job you can learn from: We offer multi-faceted leadership and learning opportunities to support our team members’ career growth and professional development.
A team that caresWe value teamwork, innovation, diversity and mutual respect. Through our recognition and rewards programs, we’re committed to celebrating and uplifting our team members.
 
About Us:
WinnCompanies is a mission-driven, national business focused on building and operating top quality affordable housing communities for individuals and families of all incomes, including members of the U.S. Armed Forces and their families. Our people are the source of our success – 4,000 team members working together to create the best possible living communities in 24 states, Washington, D.C., and Puerto Rico.
 
Whether your skills are in operations, maintenance, leasing, compliance, marketing, IT, HR, accounting or finance, there’s a role for you at WinnCompanies. Your passion for excellence can help us make a positive impact in the lives of real people every day.

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