Job Description
Who We Are:
The United Group of Companies, Inc. – celebrating over 50 Years in Business - specializes in all phases of real estate: development, financing, construction, and property management. Our unique Company delivers a high-quality product and high-end resident experiences within active adult senior living, student housing, multi-family communities housing, commercial properties, and mixed-use neighborhoods . UGOC, and at times with joint-venture partners, has developed and financed over $5 billion dollars of real estate projects, acquired more than $500 million in projects and managed 1.5 million square feet of commercial space and over 20,000 apartments units.
We are honored to have been voted by our employees as one of the Albany Times Union's Top Workplaces for eight consecutive years, along with being named a national Top Workplaces USA employer for four consecutive years, most recently for 2024. We have achieved this recognition by fostering a culture of leadership and accountability, offering a unique environment to our employees that cultivates individual growth and rewards performance.
To learn more about us:
Join Our Team!
We have an immediate need for a HVAC Technician to join the team at a series of United Group’s Multi Family Housing communities located in Watertown, NY.
This position is responsible for providing HVAC services with specific responsibility for identifying repair and/or replacement needs; installing, repairing, maintaining and upgrading HVAC systems and equipment; assisting other skilled trades; and ensuring that tools and materials are available at job site.
Major Tasks + Key Responsibilities:
Coordinates with assigned personnel for the purpose of completing projects and work orders efficiently
Diagnoses causes of problems and/or failures in heating/air conditioning systems for the purpose of identifying equipment and/or systems repair and/or replacement needs
Fabricates equipment parts for the purpose of meeting specialty needs and/or replacing unavailable parts
Informs personnel regarding procedures and/or status of work orders for the purpose of providing information for making decisions, taking appropriate action, and/or complying with building and safety regulations
Inspects HVAC systems and their components (i.e. heating units, building exhaust fans, ventilation units, etc.) for the purpose of evaluating condition, identifying necessary repairs, and recommending preventative maintenance
Installs heating and air conditioning equipment and systems for purpose of providing enhanced and/or upgraded capabilities
Participates in meetings, workshops, training, etc. as assigned for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information required to perform job function
Performs routine preventative maintenance as needed for the purpose of ensuring the ongoing functioning of HVAC systems
Requests equipment and supplies for the purpose of maintaining inventory and ensuring availability of items required to complete necessary installation and/or repair
Responds to emergency situations during or after hours for the purpose of resolving immediate safety concerns
Actively participates in and follows the safety and health programs
Job Overview + Requirements:
Job Type: Maintenance Technician; $18 per hour
Work Hours: Full Time; Monday through Friday 8am – 4:30pm (on-call rotation required)
Training for Position: preventative maintenance, safety, and related
Physical Requirements: standing, kneeling, lifting, carrying, painting
Required Education: Applicable Work History
Required Experience: 1-2+ years of experience in HVAC and residential property maintenance
Must possess a valid Driver’s License – position requires travel between property locations
Qualities: Demonstrates integrity on a personal and professional level; Ability to solve problems involving maintenance, safety, and challenging situations
Benefits + Perks:
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, 401k Match (4%), PTO
Medical – Highmark BlueShield of Northeastern NY with HSA option; eligibility 1st of the month following 60 days
Dental/Vision – Guardian; eligibility 1st of the month following 60 days
Life Insurance – Company paid Basic Life Insurance Policy (1x Annual Salary) with additional Voluntary Life Plans; eligibility 1st of the month following 60 days
Retirement Plan – Voya Financial; Eligibility After 1 Year of Service; 4% Company Match
Additional Benefits – Employee Assistance Program; United Concierge Medicine (telemedicine service, including Mental Health); Calm App Premium Subscription; Learning Care Group (childcare tuition discount); Tuition Assistance Program
PTO – Personal (24 Hours), Sick (56 Hours), and Vacation Time (40 Hours; escalated based on years of service up to 160 Hours); eligibility after 90-day Introductory Period
Holidays – 10 Company Paid Holidays
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or other protected class covered by law.
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