Electrical Helper

Job Title: General Maintenance Technician

Job Description

The General Maintenance Tech drives to various properties in the Rhode Island area to perform a wide range of building maintenance tasks. This role focuses on keeping facilities safe, clean, and in good working order through hands-on repair, upkeep, and light construction work.

Responsibilities

• Drive to multiple properties within the Rhode Island area to perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance tasks.
• Perform general building repairs, including minor mechanical fixes, basic carpentry, and routine troubleshooting of maintenance issues.
• Carry out janitorial duties such as cleaning common areas, removing trash, and maintaining overall facility cleanliness.
• Patch roofs and address minor roofing issues to prevent leaks and damage.
• Install, repair, or replace sheet rock as needed to maintain walls and ceilings in good condition.
• Cut concrete safely and accurately for repairs, installations, or structural modifications.
• Remove and dispose of garbage, debris, and construction waste in a safe and organized manner.
• Install and maintain new flooring materials as required to keep properties in good condition.
• Inspect buildings and facilities for maintenance needs and report issues promptly.
• Follow safety procedures and use appropriate tools and equipment when performing maintenance and construction tasks.
• Collaborate with team members and communicate effectively with supervisors regarding work orders and project status.

Essential Skills

• Proven experience performing general building maintenance and repair tasks.
• Ability to perform janitorial and cleaning duties to maintain a safe and orderly environment.
• Hands-on mechanical skills and basic troubleshooting ability for building systems and equipment.
• Carpentry skills, including working with wood, sheet rock, and basic structural repairs.
• Experience patching roofs and performing minor roofing maintenance.
• Ability to cut concrete safely and accurately using appropriate tools.
• Experience installing and maintaining flooring.
• Capability to lift, carry, and dispose of garbage, debris, and materials as part of daily duties.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel between properties in the Rhode Island area.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to complete tasks with minimal supervision.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience in a construction or maintenance technician role.
• Familiarity with basic hand tools, power tools, and maintenance equipment.
• Ability to prioritize multiple work orders and manage time effectively.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to identifying maintenance issues.
• Good communication skills and a professional, customer-focused attitude when working on-site.

Why Work Here?

Join a stable, family-owned company that values reliability, teamwork, and hands-on craftsmanship. You will work in a supportive environment where your practical skills are appreciated, your contributions are visible, and you can take pride in maintaining well-cared-for properties. The role offers consistent full-time hours and the opportunity to develop a broad range of maintenance and construction skills across different sites.

Work Environment

This role operates in a construction and maintenance environment across multiple properties in the Rhode Island area. You will work primarily on-site at buildings, both indoors and outdoors, performing physical tasks such as repairs, cleaning, lifting, and installation work. The schedule is full-time, Monday through Friday, from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, totaling 40 hours per week. Work involves using standard maintenance and construction tools and equipment, following safety procedures, and wearing appropriate work attire suitable for a hands-on, construction/maintenance setting.

This is a Permanent position based out of East Providence, RI.

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $25.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in East Providence,RI.

This position is anticipated to close on May 2, 2026.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.