Residential Handyperson - Brunswick, United States - Knickerbocker Group Inc

Description

Job Description

Knickerbocker Group's Property Management division is hiring several multi-talented handyperson positions. We are seeking candidates who have an interest, and a proven job history, in providing a diverse range of handyperson and property caretaking services to service our clients throughout the Greater Portland and Midcoastal region.

Trim carpenters, licensed electricians (minimum Journeyman), and other skilled craftspeople are encouraged to apply, and compensation is dependent on qualifications and experience. The handyperson position is a full-time, year-round, and benefit eligible position - this is an excellent opportunity to join a 100% employee-owned team with Maine's leading & award-winning design-build firm

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and reliable transportation.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Example Handyperson duties can include but are not limited to:
  • Wide range of maintenance, upkeep, and repair tasks.
  • Opening and closing seasonal homes.
  • Moving furniture and entire homes.
  • Performing maintenance jobs and light repairs.
  • Completing light painting and carpentry work.
  • Cleaning out estates.
  • Hanging pictures.
  • Removing trash and doing dump runs.
  • Providing general labor and clean up on construction job sites.
  • Removing moss and mildew.
  • Cleaning out gutters.
  • Delivering and stacking firewood.
  • Meeting delivery trucks.
  • Removing snow.
  • Responding to emergency maintenance calls.
• Example Trim Carpenter position duties can include but are not limited to:
  • Gathering materials.
  • Cleaning and prepping the worksite.
  • Taking measurements and calculating the size and amount of material needed.
  • Cutting, shaping and smoothing lumber and other materials according to measurements.
  • Installing materials per manufacturer recommendations.
  • Constructing building frameworks, including walls, floors, and doorframes.
  • Utilizing finish carpentry tools and techniques as well as levels and surveying equipment to ensure all is level and secure.
  • Inspecting and replacing damaged framework or other structures and fixtures.
  • Developing estimates for carpentry projects.
• Example Electrician position duties (appropriate licensure required) can include but are not limited to:
  • Replacing or installing light fixtures.
  • Installing outdoor/landscape lighting.
  • Replacing outlets and GFCIs.
  • Diagnosing and troubleshooting issues with circuit breakers, electrical switches and outlets.
  • Light duty wiring.
  • Staying up to date and following current electrical code.
  • Developing estimates for electrical repair/maintenance projects.

The ideal candidate has:

• a high school diploma or the equivalent.
• a valid driver's license.
• basic understanding of the construction process.
• competent with basic power tools.
• experience with a wide variety of construction materials.
• basic understanding of plumbing and electrical; licensed electricians for Electrician + Handyperson position.
• excellent attention to detail.
• strong communication and teamwork skills.
• the ability to trouble shoot, problem solve and multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• a positive attitude, teamwork spirit with a willingness to help.

Knickerbocker Group is proud to offer a competitive benefits package, including:

• Excellent medical, dental and vision insurance with employee premiums paid by the Company.
• Health savings account (HSA) option.
• 401K employer sponsored retirement plan options, with an automatic 3% weekly employer contribution after 12 months.
• Life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, at no expense, with the option to enroll in supplemental life insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP).
• Generous paid time off and paid holidays.
• Generous Parental Leave policy.
• Generous Continuing Education and Professional Licensing Reimbursement policy.
• Employer sponsored pet insurance.
• Workplace flexibility.

CULTURE

As a 100% employee-owned company, we strive for balance. We value spending time with our families, being active in our communities, and celebrating all Maine has to offer. Knickerbocker Group has repeatedly been recognized as a Best Place to Work in Maine and as both Best Architect and Best Builder in Maine by Down East magazine. If you're excited to join a team of amazing people who work together on top-tier residential and commercial projects, you've come to the right place

ABOUT KNICKERBOCKER GROUP

Knickerbocker Group is an employee-owned (ESOP), award-winning design-build firm offering architecture, landscape architecture, interior design, property management, and construction services for custom homes and commercial spaces throughout Maine. With offices in Boothbay, Portland, and soon to be Brunswick we are a group of inspired collaborators who are committed to craft and creativity, from design to implementation in the field. Our work is renowned for its rooted-in-Maine quality and recognized nationally. Our employee-owners are fueled by continuous learning, interdisciplinary brainstorming (e.g., designer+mason+carpenter), and passion for fine-tuning the design-build process. With 45 years of experience, we seamlessly provide the highest level of product and service to our clients. We offer workplace flexibility, while also maintaining a fun, dynamic environment where team members are enabled to listen, share, detail, innovate, and create impactful work.

Knickerbocker Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.