Synergy, a leading Boston commercial real estate investment and management firm, is seeking a Commercial Building Maintenance Technician. This individual will be a key member of our maintenance staff working under supervision, performing all maintenance duties and responding to work orders, tenant calls and other operational/administrative duties for an urban based office building as instructed.

They will split their time between Worcester, MA and Boston, MA (3 days a week in Worcester and 2 days in Boston). This role is ideal for those located in Worcester/surrounding areas who can do a 2 day commute to Boston.

Job Requirements

Monitors building system operations and performance. Utilizes several trade skills such as carpentry, plumbing, electrical, painting, roofing, heating and cooling.

Provides support to work performed by outside contractors. Contracted work includes landscaping, snow removal, remodeling, HVAC, plumbers, and cleaning.

Performs repairs, emergency and preventive maintenance. Completes maintenance and repair records as directed.

Reviews assigned work orders. Estimates time and materials needed to complete repair. Orders necessary materials and supplies to complete all tasks.

Maintains the building lighting system, including element and ballast repairs or replacements as directed. Performs carpentry, furniture assembly and locksmith tasks as needed.

Responds quickly to emergency situations, summoning additional assistance as needed.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Qualifications & Experience

Experience in building maintenance and trade skills, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, EMS and other building mechanical systems.

High School Diploma or equivalent.

Excellent verbal and written communication and customer service skills.

Computer literate in Microsoft Office and Outlook; experience with electronic work order and preventative maintenance systems.

The candidate must have a valid Massachusetts driver’s license.

Work Conditions & Essential Physical Characteristics

Work to be performed both inside the property and outside with exposure to weather, fumes, electrical current and machine noise.

Frequent walking, standing, bending, climbing, repetitive use of hands, power hand grasping, and reaching above and below shoulder level.

Occasional sitting squatting, crawling, kneeling.

Ability to operate assigned equipment and machinery. May be required to lift heavy objects up to 50 pounds and occasionally weighing up to 75 pounds.

We offer competitive salary and benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, STD & LTD insurance, and 401(k) plan with company match. We are unable to support sponsorship for work authorization and Visas at this time. Background check required.

The likely base hourly rate for this position is $26-36/hr, representing our best estimate. Final salary decisions take into account market‑competitive data, as well as each candidate’s background and experience. As a result, actual offers may vary based on geographic location, job‑related knowledge, skills, experience, and internal equity. Please note that this salary range is not guaranteed, and the final offer may fall outside of the stated range.

Synergy is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

All vendors must have a signed Synergy Placement Agreement. All unsolicited resumes sent to Synergy will be considered property of Synergy. Synergy will not be held liable to pay a placement fee.