The Andover Housing Authority seeks qualified candidates for the full-time position of Maintenance Mechanic. Under the supervision of the Maintenance Supervisor, this position performs maintenance and repair tasks on buildings, grounds, and property requiring journeyman skill in a variety of trades. Tasks include preventative maintenance to doors, locks, cabinetry, shelving, stairs, and other common dwelling equipment, as well as plumbing and light electrical work that does not require a license. In addition, this position performs groundskeeping and landscaping duties across Andover Housing Authority properties.
Experience with Weil-McLain Condensing High-Efficiency Gas Boiler systems and HVAC is preferred, but not necessary.
Work Schedule (40 hours/week), In-Person: Monday – Friday, 7:30 am – 4:00 pm
FLSA: Non-Exempt / Hourly
Bargaining Unit: Teamsters Union Local 170
This position is ideal for those who wish to continue their trades career at a dynamic housing authority offering great benefits such as health, dental, and vision insurance; paid time off; contributory retirement benefit; 457b; professional development; and much more!
Duties
- Independently performs a wide range of building and ground repairs and maintenance functions, calling for physical exertion frequently, including but not limited to:
- Repairs plumbing fixtures and pipes, such as toilets, sinks, drains, valves, and controls.
- Repairs burner controls and switches, rewires electric ranges and performs minor electrical work on refrigerators..
- Repairs or replaces electrical switches, outlets, lighting fixtures, circuit breakers, fuses, et al.
- Repairs windows, doors, doorframes, locks, and mailboxes.
- Repairs alarm systems, including controls.
- Digs ditches and holes as needed to uncover leaks, repairs as needed.
- Repairs and maintains mechanical equipment such as; snow blowers, power mowers, etc.
- Checks condition of boiler rooms and makes repairs to all oil pumps and valves; generally maintains condition of boiler room in satisfactory condition.
- Orders materials, supplies, and equipment for own purposes and jobs performed, and may lift heavy objects into place.
- Inspects apartments for maintenance work to be done, usually because of a tenant's request for a work order or an apartment vacancy.
- Performs groundskeeping tasks such as trimming, mowing, and planting.
- Supports emergency and routine work order management including annual inspections; checks completed work to ensure it conforms to required standards and instructions.
- Mandatory participation in the On Call program; Mandatory participation in the Snow & Ice program including plowing, snow blowing, shoveling, sanding, and salting.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED or any equivalent combination of training and experience that would demonstrate possession of the required knowledge, skills, and abilities of the position.
- Minimum of five (5) years of related experience.
- Valid driver's license required
- OSHA 10-Hour Certification upon hire or within one year of hire
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to work with external contractors, tenants, and their guests in a courteous, compassionate, and helpful manner.
- Knowledge of and skill in using a wide range of hand and power tools such as hammers, drills, pliers, electrical testers, hand and power saws, cutters, plungers, wire brushes, and more.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, work collaboratively with other team members or outside contractors, and exercise sound professional judgment and problem-solving skills to support the team.
- Strong organizational and time management skills with ability to work on long-term solutions.
- Ability to lift and position heavy objects up to and including 75 pounds using proper body mechanics and support equipment.
Preferred, but Not Required:
- Experience with HVAC, electrical, and carpentry.
- Experience with or licensed in asbestos removal is a plus.
This position at the Andover Housing Authority is subject to a pre-employment physical, drug/alcohol screening, and CORI criminal background check.
How to Apply
Please submit your resume and cover letter (optional) via Indeed, via email to [email protected] with the subject line "Andover Maintenance Mechanic," or by mail to:
Andover Housing Authority
Attn: Taylor Donaldson Jhurani
100 Morton Street
Andover, MA 01810
Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled. Priority will be given to applications received by August 20, 2026.
The Andover Housing Authority is an Affirmative Action & Equal Opportunity Employer. There shall be no discrimination on the basis of race, age, gender, national origin, disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation, marriage/civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity, veteran status, or any other protected class. We welcome all applications from a wide range of candidates with selection for roles based on individual merit alone.
The Andover Housing Authority will endeavor to provide reasonable accommodation to a qualified applicant with a disability unless the accommodation imposes an undue hardship. If you believe you require such assistance to complete the above-mentioned application steps or to participate in an interview, please contact us at [email protected].
Pay: $38.77 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- On-the-job training
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
