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Job Title: Resident Apartment Building Caretaker (Room Included)
Location: Pawtucket, Rhode Island
Employment Type: Part-Time (On-site Resident)
Location: Pawtucket, Rhode Island
Employment Type: Part-Time (On-site Resident)
About the Organization
Through peer-based outreach, Project Weber/RENEW provides harm reduction services, builds relationships with the people we serve, and fights for systemic change. We empower people who engage in drug use and/or sex work to make healthier and safer choices within their own lives. We believe that all people deserve a loving space free from judgment and that everyone has the power to change.
Job Summary
We are seeking a responsible, handy, and reliable Resident Caretaker to manage the daily upkeep and security of our 7-unit apartment building and operational space. This position requires living on-site. In exchange for your services, you will receive a studio apartment with utilities paid. You will be the primary point of contact for tenants and the first line of defense for property maintenance.
Key Responsibilities
Property Maintenance & Upkeep
- Perform minor plumbing, electrical, and carpentry repairs.
- Change lightbulbs, smoke detector batteries, and HVAC filters
Groundskeeping & Seasonal Care
- Perform seasonal snow removal and salting on sidewalks.
- Mow lawns, trim bushes, and water landscaped areas.
Tenant & Property Relations
- Act as the primary on-site contact for tenant lockouts and emergencies between 5PM and 8AM.
- Supervise outside contractors, plumbers, or inspectors when on-site.
Compensation & Benefits
- Rent-Free Apartment: Free 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom on-site unit.
- Utilities Included: Free electricity, water, gas, and high-speed internet.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Experience: 6+ months in property maintenance or residential caretaking.
- Skills: Strong DIY handyman skills (plumbing, painting, minor electrical).
- Availability: Must live on-site and be available for evening/weekend emergency calls.
- Traits: Excellent communication, trustworthiness, and a professional demeanor.
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