General Maintenance Technician | Part-Time

The Arc of Centre County; Bellefonte (Centre County); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Competitive pay

Job summary

The Arc of Centre County in Bellefonte, PA, seeks a Part-Time General Maintenance Technician to keep residential homes and the main office safe, functional, and welcoming. You will tackle general repairs, painting, grounds work, and routine inspections to support individuals with IDD and Autism.

This role offers flexible part-time hours (10-20 per week) and pay ranging from $20 to $25 per hour. Join a team focused on independence, accessibility, and community wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Must be 18+ years old.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Driver's License.
• At least 3 years of experience in general maintenance; 5 years preferred.
• Working knowledge of general repairs, tools and maintenance equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow tasks through to completion.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize assignments, and communicate effectively.
• Ability to perform physical duties including lifting, carrying, kneeling, twisting, and shoveling.
• Basic computer skills for email, timekeeping, documentation, and ordering supplies.
• Schedule flexibility to cover maintenance needs, including occasional evenings, weekends, holidays, or after-hours emergency response.

Responsibilities

• Performing general maintenance, household repairs, painting, pressure washing, and building upkeep.
• Completing grounds maintenance, including lawn care, flowerbed upkeep, and snow removal.
• Participating in monthly property inspections and identifying maintenance needs.
• Responding to maintenance requests, tracking completed work, and communicating updates to staff.
• Monitoring maintenance supplies and helping obtain materials at cost-effective prices.
• Following safety requirements and maintaining accessible environments for residents.
• Communicating with supervisors and program staff to coordinate repairs and follow-up.

Skills

Maintenance

Detail-oriented

Independent work

Time management

Communication

Safety

Physical stamina

Computer basics

Flexibility

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Part-Time General Maintenance Technician

Join Our Team at The Arc of Centre County. Make a difference through the work you do!

The Arc of Centre County is seeking a dependable, hands-on Part-Time General Maintenance Technician to help maintain safe, comfortable, and accessible homes and workspaces for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and Autism.

If you enjoy working with your hands, tackling a variety of maintenance projects, and seeing the results of your work, this could be a great opportunity to put your skills to use in a meaningful way!

Why Join The Arc?

• Flexible, scheduled part-time hours (10-20 per week)
• Competitive pay ($20-25/hour)
• Meaningful work that supports individuals with disabilities in our community
• A variety of hands‑on projects across residential homes and office facilities
• Work independently and as a team with other technicians

What You'll Do

As our General Maintenance Technician, you'll help keep The Arc's residential homes and main office safe, functional, and welcoming. Responsibilities include:

Responsibilities

• Performing general maintenance, household repairs, painting, pressure washing, and building upkeep.
• Completing grounds maintenance, including lawn care, flowerbed upkeep, and snow removal.
• Participating in monthly property inspections and identifying maintenance needs.
• Responding to maintenance requests, tracking completed work, and communicating updates to the appropriate staff.
• Monitoring maintenance supplies and helping obtain materials at cost-effective prices.
• Following safety requirements and helping maintain accessible environments that respect the needs and preferences of the people who live in our homes.
• Communicating with supervisors and program staff to coordinate repairs and follow-up.

What We're Looking For:

• 18+ years of age
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Driver's License
• At least 3 years of experience in general maintenance, facilities maintenance, or a related field; 5 years is preferred.
• Working knowledge of general repairs, tools, and maintenance equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to follow tasks through to completion.
• The ability to work independently, prioritize assignments, and communicate effectively with staff and supervisors.
• The ability to perform the physical duties of the position, including lifting, carrying, kneeling, twisting, and shoveling.
• Basic computer skills for email, timekeeping, documentation, and ordering supplies.
• Schedule flexibility to meet maintenance needs, including occasional evenings, weekends, holidays, or after‑hours emergency response, as needed.

About The Arc of Centre County

The Arc of Centre County is a local nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and Autism. Our work helps create safe, supportive environments where people can live, participate in their communities, and be treated with dignity and respect.

The work you do behind the scenes helps make that possible every day.

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The Arc of Centre County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a United Way Partner Agency.