Maintenance Technician Trainee in Portland, Maine at East Brown Cow Management Inc.

East Brown Cow Management Inc. – Greater Portland Area

Position Overview

East Brown Cow Management Inc. is seeking a motivated, full-time Maintenance Technician Trainee to join our team in the Greater Portland area. This entry-level role is ideal for individuals looking to build a career in property maintenance. You will work alongside experienced technicians to learn the skills necessary to maintain and repair commercial properties while providing excellent service to tenants.

Key Responsibilities

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Assist with general maintenance, cleaning, and repair tasks across managed properties

• Learn to troubleshoot building systems and respond to tenant maintenance requests

• Support preventative maintenance programs to ensure building performance

• Provide excellent customer service and interact professionally with tenants

• Work collaboratively with team members and vendors

• Maintain a safe and organized work environment

• Track and document completed work and time entries

• Participate in a rotating on-call schedule (as skills develop)

Compensation Package/Benefits

• $19.00–$21.00 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications. This is a full-time, non-exempt position eligible for overtime pay in accordance with applicable wage and hour laws

• Hands-on training, career development, and growth opportunities

• Medical, vision and dental insurance

• Simple IRA retirement plan with employer match

• Life insurance and AD&D coverage

• Short-term and long-term disability insurance

• Health Savings Account (HSA)

• Paid Time Off (PTO), paid personal days, paid holidays and floating holidays, paid sick time, paid parental leave, and Maine Paid Family and Medical Leave benefits

• Tuition and professional development support (with prior approval)

• Company sponsored outings and tickets, subject to availability

• Company-provided parking in the Old Port and cell phone

About East Brown Cow

East Brown Cow and its affiliates comprise a real estate management, investment, and development firm based in the historic Old Port neighborhood of Portland, Maine. Since its establishment in 1989, the company’s portfolio has grown to include 37 properties totaling more than 1.34 million square feet across the greater Portland urban area, including 31 buildings in the Old Port alone.

East Brown Cow seeks to create meaningful connections to the surrounding urban fabric through high-quality design and the carefully curated use of its properties while providing first-class management services to its tenants. All acquisitions and developments are grounded in the company’s commitment to environmental stewardship, excellence in design and historic preservation, and the activation of publicly accessible spaces while exploring new technologies in urban real estate.

Equal Opportunity Employer

East Brown Cow is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent

• Interest in building maintenance or trade skills

• Willingness to learn and be trained on HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and general repairs

• Basic computer skills (email and work order systems)

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

• Good communication and interpersonal skills

• Positive attitude and strong work ethic

• Ability to perform physical tasks, including lifting up to 50 pounds, climbing ladders, bending, and standing for extended periods

• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record

• Employment is subject to a background check conducted in accordance with applicable law.