Hands-On Facilities Maintenance Technician

HOPES Community Action Partnershiporporated; Plainfield (NJ); On-site; USD 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health benefits

$2,000 sign-on incentive paid in fourz

403(b) retirement plan with employer-m

Life insurance 100% paid by HOPES

Paid Time Off (PTO) and Company Paid

Flexible Spending Account

Commuter Benefits

Student Loan Forgiveness Program

Opportunities for professional growth

Job summary

HOPES CAP, Inc. in Plainfield, NJ is seeking a Maintenance Assistant to keep facilities safe, clean and in excellent condition. The role involves performing repairs across electrical, plumbing, carpentry, HVAC, and painting, and requires hands-on technical skills.

You will conduct regular facility inspections, perform preventative maintenance, assist with landscaping and snow removal, and support on-call repairs during severe weather. Eligibility for benefits is included.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• 3 years of experience in building maintenance or related field.
• Valid New Jersey Driver’s License and Boiler Operation License.
• Basic computer skills to access HOPES email and ESS to maintain communication.
• Strong skills in electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and HVAC systems.
• Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and on-call shifts.

Responsibilities

• Perform general repairs including electrical, plumbing, carpentry, HVAC, and painting.
• Conduct regular facility inspections and preventative maintenance across multiple locations.
• Assist with outdoor maintenance, including landscaping and snow removal.
• Operate power tools, hand tools, and maintenance equipment safely and efficiently.
• Handle vehicle maintenance, including tune-ups and fluid checks.
• Support emergency and on-call repairs during severe weather conditions.
• Work collaboratively with the Facilities team to ensure smooth operations.

Skills

Electrical work

Plumbing

Carpentry

HVAC systems

Power tools

Maintenance knowledge

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma

Boiler Operation License

Tools

ESS access

Job description

HOPES CAP, Inc. in Plainfield, NJ is seeking a Maintenance Assistant to keep facilities safe, clean and in excellent condition. The role involves performing repairs across electrical, plumbing, carpentry, HVAC, and painting, and requires hands-on technical skills.

You will conduct regular facility inspections, perform preventative maintenance, assist with landscaping and snow removal, and support on-call repairs during severe weather. Eligibility for benefits is included.