Technician - Maintenance

Benchmark at Orchard Valley, 2387 Boston Rd, Wilbraham, Massachusetts, United States of America

Posted Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 5:00 AM

Department:

Date Revised: 7/30/2024

Reports To:

FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt

Job Code: 5002

The Maintenance Technician performs repairs (both minor and major). S/he implements regular and preventive maintenance programs that promote a sense of well-being and aesthetic appeal for residents and staff and communicates with the Maintenance Director on the condition of buildings and equipment.

• Understands the practices surrounding proper handling of biohazardous waste.
• Maintains a clean laundry room in an orderly manner and stores chemicals in accordance with product or supervisor instruction.
• Follows standards and practices for the use of specific chemicals.
• Demonstrates excellent mechanical skills.
• Works effectively within the work-order system.
• Demonstrates the interest and ability to learn new skills and techniques as needed.
• Demonstrates proper usage of chemicals and equipment.
• Participates in in-service training as required by state regulations.

• Understands the practices surrounding proper handling of biohazardous waste.
• Demonstrates proper usage of chemicals and equipment.
• Familiar with emergency procedures if chemicals are misused.
• Possesses the mechanical skills necessary for accomplishing repairs on systems and buildings.

The principal duties and responsibilities are listed in the formal job description. This form is intended to provide a summary of the physical demands of the job.

Frequency: Unanticipated, Seldom (1-5% of time), Occasional (6-33% of time), Frequent (34-66% of time), Constant (67-100% of time)

Lift/Carry (Objects): Objects up to 10 lbs. – X; 11-20 lbs. – X; 21-35 lbs. – X; 36-75 lbs.* – X; 76-100 lbs.* – X

PusH/Pull Force: X

Environmental Exposures: Extreme Heat – X;
Extreme Cold – X;
Dusty – X;
Wheelchair with Resident 10-50 lbs. – X;
Resident Lift Equipment 10-60 lbs. – X; 2 Wheel Dolly/4 Wheel Cart 5-35 lbs. – X

Additional Considerations: TB Test, Reach Above Shoulders, Reach Waist to Shoulders, COVID Vaccinations and Boosters, Repetitive Arm Use, Repetitive Wrist/Hand Use, Exposure to House Pets, Exposure to Needles and Sharps.

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements.

I ______________________________ have read this job description and understand the duties and responsibilities of the position of Maintenance Technician. I further understand that it is my responsibility to perform my duties consistent with the highest standards of Benchmark Senior Living.

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Benchmark at Orchard Valley, 2387 Boston Rd, Wilbraham, Massachusetts, United States of America