Maintenance Mechanic II

2Life Communities
Newton, MA

Maintenance Mechanic II

Are you a seasoned Maintenance professional with a knack for troubleshooting and a strong mechanical aptitude? If you're looking for a role where your skills will be valued, and you can contribute to the smooth operation of a dynamic facility, we want to hear from you!

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

  • Respond to work orders and perform general mechanical tasks, including electrical, plumbing, heating, appliance repairs, groundskeeping and snow and ice removals.
  • Execute preventive maintenance and routine engineering checks in mechanical and boiler rooms.
  • Prepare vacant apartments for new residents.
  • Perform unit inspections in tandem with Resident Service Teams to ensure building/unit integrity, safety, and compliance.
  • Maintain an inventory management system for all equipment and tools.
  • Responsible for pest control inspection and follow-up treatment.
  • Must be available to respond when assigned to evening, weekend, and holiday emergency coverage.
  • Report any accident, injury, or safety concerns to the Director of Facilities/Executive Director (ED) and complete incident reports immediately
  • May rotate as building mechanic to other 2Life buildings.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

  • Must have at least five years of hands-on experience; Post-secondary technical training preferred.
  • Knowledge of OSHA regulations, elevators and high rise building systems preferred.
  • Hoisting License preferred.
  • High comfort level with older adults ranging in age from approximately 62 to 102 years of age.
  • Valid Massachusetts driver’s license.
  • Must be able to operate hand and power tools safely.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

  • Ability to frequently lift and move objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
  • Regularly required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, climb, etc. Must have full use of arms, hands, and finger dexterity to reach, lift, pull, push, and feel.
  • Ability to work outdoors in winter conditions.

2LIfe Communities provides superior housing to older adults of all backgrounds who can thrive independently within a supportive environment. We are a mission-driven organization with a vision whereby all older adults have the opportunity to age in community – to live a full life of connection and purpose in a dynamic and supportive environment. We are continually evolving support services to meet the needs of our diverse residents as they age.

2Life Communities owns and operates over 1,300 units of affordable rental housing located within six campuses in metropolitan Boston. With another 210 apartments under construction and more in planning, we expect to add another 600-700 units within the next several years as we complete projects in active planning and construction phases.

Qualified candidates are strongly encouraged to apply here

BENEFITS AND MORE

We offer a very rich benefit plan which for individuals adds 27% on top of the base pay and over 30% for employee +1 and families. Our rewards program includes but not limited to:

  • Robust medical and dental plan.
  • Vision.
  • Employer-paid life and AD&D, STD, and LTD insurance.
  • 401(k) plan.
  • Paid vacation.
  • Paid holidays.
  • 2 floating holidays.
  • Pet insurance.
  • And more!

The above statements intend to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to do this job. The above does not intend to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required.

We desire to build and cultivate an environment that brings together an exceptional workforce with unique experiences, backgrounds, talents, and perspectives.

External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act must be able to perform the essential job functions (as listed) either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation to be determined by management on a case by case basis.

About 2Life Communities:

2Life Communities provides superior housing to older adults of all backgrounds who can thrive independently within a supportive environment. We are a mission-driven organization with a vision whereby all older adults have the opportunity to age in the community – to live a full life of connection and purpose in a dynamic and supportive environment. We are continually evolving support services to meet the needs of our diverse residents as they age; we partner with health care providers to identify innovative ways to support residents’ overall health and well-being, and we engage with the broader community through our Village Center program. We have five campuses in metropolitan Boston and plans for additional housing for older adults soon.

Posted 2025-11-06

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