Housing Inspector-Maintenance Technician

Skillcloud; Brunswick (ME); On-site; USD 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO & Holidays

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life Insurance

Long-term Disability

Continuing Education

Company vehicle

Job summary

Brunswick Housing Authority seeks a Housing Inspector/Maintenance Tech in Brunswick, Maine to inspect dwellings under the Section 8 program and manage routine maintenance for housing units and facilities.

The role requires knowledge of HUD regulations, building inspection, and the ability to work independently. Benefits include PTO, holidays, health coverage, life insurance, and a company vehicle.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of property inspection and building maintenance.
• Experience with multifamily housing programs beneficial.
• Knowledge of HUD regulations, codes and procedures for inspected units.

Responsibilities

• Performs housing quality inspections and UPCS inspections on HCV units at initial lease up and annually.
• Responds to complaints affecting health and safety (overcrowding, cleanliness, infestation).
• Produces timely, descriptive inspection reports.
• Schedules inspections for BHA properties and Section 8 per HUD.
• Processes work orders for maintenance; maintains related records.
• Updates utility schedules and inputs data into the interoffice system.
• Performs basic repairs across building systems (carpentry, plumbing, electrical, painting).
• Inspects and maintains boilers and related equipment.
• Removes snow and ice; operates snow removal equipment.
• Performs landscaping including mowing and planting.
• Promotes positive relations with landlords and tenants.

Skills

Property inspection

Building maintenance

Inspect electrical/plumbing/mechanical

Written and verbal communication

Driver's license

Education

Associate's degree

HQS/UPCS certificates

Tools

Work order software

Computer literacy

Job description

Brunswick Housing Authority

Housing Inspector – Maintenance Tech

Brunswick, Maine

Brunswick Housing Authority is seeking a Housing Inspector/Maintenance Tech, to be based in Brunswick, Maine. Brunswick Housing Authority is dedicated to providing safe, quality and affordable housing for eligible people in need of assistance and to promote opportunities for the growth and development of residents as well as the community.

Job Summary:

The Housing Inspector/Maintenance Tech is responsible for the inspection of dwellings of all types that fall under the HCV (Section 8) program and other BHA owned or managed properties for compliance with codes relative to building, plumbing, electrical, and occupancy sanitation, zoning and other features as required by HUD. This position is also responsible for performing routine maintenance tasks associated with the repair and upkeep of the agencies’ dwelling units and facilities.

What We Offer:

• Generous PTO with 14.5 paid holidays
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life insurance, Long-term Disability
• Continuing education
• Use of company vehicle
• Annual pay in the range of $55,000 – $60,000

Qualifications:

• Knowledge of property inspection and building maintenance equivalent to completion of an associate’s degree and a minimum of three years of related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience in multifamily housing programs.
• Knowledge of HUD regulations, codes, policies and procedures relevant to the units being inspected.
• Ability to inspect a wide variety of electrical, plumbing, and mechanical equipment and fixtures to determine defects and needed repairs.
• Experience in multifamily housing programs.
• Must possess a Housing Quality Standards Certificate and Universal Physical Conditions Standards certificate or obtain these within six months of employment.
• Ability to work without supervision.
• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally both verbally and in writing.
• Knowledge of work order processes and related software systems.
• Must possess a valid Maine Driver’s license.

Responsibilities and Scope:

• Performs housing quality inspections and UPCS inspections on HCV units at the time of initial lease up and on an annual basis.
• Responds to and investigates complaints which may be dangerous or detrimental to the health and safety of occupants and neighbors such as overcrowding, cleanliness, and infestation.
• Responsible for timely and descriptive inspection reports.
• Schedules all inspections for all BHA owned or managed properties and Section 8 for compliance with HUD assessment programs.
• Process work orders for the maintenance department; maintains related records.
• Updates utility schedules annually and inputs updated schedules into the interoffice computer system.
• Performs building maintenance, carpentry, plumbing, mechanical, electrical, and painting work on Housing Authority buildings.
• Inspects, performs basic repairs, and maintains boilers and related equipment.
• Removes snow and ice from walkways and sidewalks; spreads chemicals for sand and ice control; operates a snowplow for snow removal from roadways.
• Performs landscaping duties, including mowing lawns, trimming bushes, and planting flowers and shrubs.
• Promotes and maintains positive relations with landlords and tenants.

Brunswick Housing Authority is a community-focused organization committed to expanding access to affordable housing and maintaining well-managed residential communities.

Equal Opportunity Employer.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, familial status, age, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.