Facilities Maintenance Specialist

Provo City Housing Authority; Provo (UT); On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Provo City Housing Authority (PCHA) seeks a skilled Maintenance Technician to maintain grounds and perform light building upkeep across agency properties. The role emphasizes safety, reliability, and timely repairs to support safe, comfortable homes for residents.

Under supervision, you will operate power tools, perform preventive maintenance, and respond to on-call needs during peak periods. This is a full-time position in Provo with a pay range of $23.42–$26.34 per hour.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of housing rehab or building maintenance experience.
• Knowledge of plumbing, electrical, and building construction activities.
• Valid Utah driver's license with clean driving record.
• Pesticide license required within 90 days of employment.
• Legal resident status.

Responsibilities

• Grounds maintenance across all agency properties, including mowing, trimming, irrigation repairs.
• Landscaping tasks: planting, trimming, pruning, edging, sod, and fertilization as instructed.
• Debris removal and proper disposal of waste and hazards.
• Minor repairs to roofs, gutters, and other structural elements.
• Maintain walkways and entryways, clean surfaces, and address mud or debris.
• Address safety issues such as tripping hazards and holes.
• Care for tools and equipment; fuel tractors/mowers; perform preventive maintenance.
• Support unit runs by painting, repairing, or cleaning units as needed.
• Assist with preventive maintenance: smoke detectors, lights, vents, door locks.
• Support road maintenance tasks and signage as directed.
• Report unusual conditions to Facilities Manager; assist with logistics.
• Keep materials and work areas organized; participate in after-hours work as needed.
• Maintain PPE usage and safety compliance; uphold professional standards.

Skills

Grounds maintenance

Power tool operation

Safety compliance

Teamwork

On-call readiness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Utah Driver's license

Pesticide license

Job description

Organization: Provo City Housing Authority (PCHA)

Job Type: Full-time, 40 hours per week

Schedule: Monday through Thursday, 10-hour shifts; includes on-call rotations

Pay Range: $23.42 - $26.34 per hour (commensurate with experience)

About Us

The Provo City Housing Authority (PCHA) is dedicated to providing safe, affordable housing for individuals and families in our community. We assist approximately 1,300 Provo resident households monthly through various programs, including Public Housing, the Housing Choice Voucher Program, and Low-Income Housing Tax-Credit (LIHTC) Affordable Housing. As a vital part of our mission, we are seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to join our team and help maintain high-quality living environments for our residents.

Position Summary

Under the general supervision of a Facilities Manager or designee, the Facilities Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining the grounds of all agency-managed properties. This role supports the agency’s efforts to provide a safe and sanitary space for residents, improve curb appeal, and achieve the highest rating on HUD’s evaluation systems. The position requires the operation and maintenance of approved power tools and light mechanical equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• Grounds Maintenance: Mow, trim hedges, weed, blow, and repair irrigation systems across all agency properties.
• Landscaping: Cultivate flower beds, shrubs, grass, and trees; perform planting, trimming, pruning, edging, laying sod, and applying herbicides/fertilizers as instructed.
• Debris Removal: Remove and properly dispose of debris, litter, limbs, excessive leaves, trash, furniture, and animal fouling.
• Minor Repairs: Clean and make minor repairs to roofs, gutters, soffits, and other structural elements.
• Walkway Maintenance: Clear walkways and entryways of mud, dirt, rocks, and debris using blowing or pressure washing as needed.
• Safety Mitigation: Immediately address safety issues such as tripping hazards and fill holes.
• Equipment Care: Secure and maintain tools and equipment; ensure tractors and mowers are properly fueled; perform preventive maintenance on hand tools, diagnostic equipment, and power tools (cleaning, sharpening, adjusting, repairing, oil/filter changes).
• Unit Support: Serve on the unit run-around team by painting, repairing, or cleaning units when needed.
• General Maintenance: Assist with preventive maintenance tasks including checking smoke detectors, emergency lights, replacing light bulbs, cleaning dryer vents, and changing door locksets.
• Road Maintenance: Assist in clearing drainage areas, spreading road surface material, filling potholes, repairing fences, removing obstacles, painting parking bay lines, and placing signs as directed.
• Reporting: Report unusual circumstances (vandalism, missing fixtures, etc.) and supply needs to the Facilities Manager.
• Logistics: Assist in transporting and unloading cabinets, counters, appliances, furniture, and supplies.
• Organization: Maintain agency-owned materials and work areas in a neat, orderly, and clutter-free state.
• Emergency Response: Perform emergency and after-hours work as necessary and in accordance with agency policies.
• Safety Compliance: Follow all established safety procedures, use personal protective equipment, report injuries/illnesses immediately, and complete incident/accident reports.
• Professionalism: Maintain a professional image, adhere to ethical standards regarding agency resources, and participate in goal development and performance measures.
• Flexibility: Undertake other work-related duties as assigned, including covering absences or balancing workload during peak periods. Must carry the on-call phone as scheduled.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• Education: High School diploma or GED equivalent preferred.
• Experience:
• Minimum 2 years of housing rehabilitation activities (painting, chalking, and building maintenance).
• General knowledge of plumbing, electrical, and general building construction activities.
• Licenses and Other Requirements:
• Valid Utah Driver’s license and a fully insurable driving record.
• Legal resident status.
• Pesticide license required within 90 days of employment.

Competencies, Knowledge, and Abilities

• Knowledge of building construction and maintenance practices.
• Ability to operate power tools and light mechanical equipment safely and effectively.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety.
• Ability to work well with others, follow direction, and work under pressure.
• Commitment to serving the community and upholding the mission of PCHA.