Maintenance Technician - North County - Open Sky Community Services

Open Sky is looking for a Maintenance Technician to join our in-house Maintenance team! The Maintenance Technician will be responsible for the general maintenance and upkeep of Open Sky’s properties in the North County area of Massachusetts, which include but are not limited to Leominster, Gardner, Athol and Fitchburg. Open Sky provides a company vehicle and tools to the Maintenance Technician. 

The ideal candidate for this role is someone who is handy and has experience in property maintenance, including upkeep of electrical and plumbing fixtures, painting, light carpentry, and exterior needs. They are confident with performing maintenance work with safety in mind. They like stable, consistent work, with a great a benefits package including generous paid time off, and access to a supportive team of other maintenance technicians.

Other Key Responsibilities: 

• Assist with preventative maintenance at properties.
• Remove snow from walkways and entrance ways and maintain landscaping.
• Maintain the building utility systems, electrical, heating, ventilation, elevator and fire protection.
• Recommend outside contractors for repairs when necessary and oversee their work.  Meet and assist vendors on site when necessary.
• Assist in set-up and take-down of equipment for special functions.

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent, required. 
• Valid Driver’s License and acceptable driving record, required.  
• Physically able to operate a company vehicle (van) and perform maintenance duties, which includes working on ladders, lifting, and moving large items, required.
• Basic knowledge and a knack for common repairs and upkeep.
• Customer-minded, reliable, and open to new opportunities.

At Open Sky Community Services, we open our doors, hearts, and minds to the belief that every individual, regardless of perceived limitations, deserves the chance to live a productive and fulfilling life.

Open Sky is on an anti-racist journey, committed to learning, living, and breathing inclusion, opportunity, diversity, racial equity, and justice for ALL.

At Open Sky, you’ll join over 1,300 compassionate and highly trained professionals who put innovative, evidence-based practices to work in ways that positively impact our communities across Central Massachusetts and beyond.

As a trauma-informed organization, Open Sky strives for transparency and sensitivity to the experiences of those we interact with. Self-care is encouraged, and we are committed to providing a positive work culture that is focused on continuous learning and the value of diverse perspectives.

Open Sky is proud to be an industry leader in pay and benefits. Open the Door to Possibility and begin your career with Open Sky today!

 Benefits of Working for Open Sky Include:

• Excellent Supervision (Individual and Group), Professional Development, and Training Opportunities
• Generous paid time off plan – you start with 29 days (almost 6 weeks!) in your first year, including 12 paid holidays. Increases to 32 days in your 2nd year, and the current maximum is 43 days (OVER 8 WEEKS!)
• We pay for your higher education!  Ask about our Tuition Reimbursement Program, and reimbursement for a variety of Human Services certifications.
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Prescription Plan
• 403b Retirement Plan with Employer Match
• Life Insurance (100% Employer-Paid)
• Eligible employer for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program
• And more! 

Open Sky celebrates diversity and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with federal and state employment opportunity laws, qualified applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, gender, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran, or disabled Veteran status.