LTD Facilities Technician $22.42+ DOE

Volunteers-of-America-Orego; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Volunteers of America Oregon is seeking a Temporary Facilities Technician to join our Facilities team and support maintenance, repairs, remodels, and facility improvements across Portland-area locations.

Starting wage is $22.43–$30.27 per hour, placed at Technician I–III based on experience. This limited-term assignment may lead to future opportunities, with on-site collaboration and safety-focused work.

Qualifications

• Experience in maintenance or related trades.
• Ability to perform basic carpentry, plumbing, and electrical tasks.
• Comfort with hand and power tools and safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Perform general building maintenance and repairs across multiple sites.
• Assist with remodeling, carpentry, drywall, painting, and finish work.
• Troubleshoot plumbing, electrical, and equipment issues.
• Support preventative maintenance and site cleanup.
• Work with contractors and VOA Oregon Facilities team.

Skills

General maintenance

Carpentry

Plumbing

Electrical basics

Hand and power tools

Job description

Volunteers of America Oregon is seeking a Temporary Facilities Technician to join our Facilities team and provide additional hands-on support during a period of active projects and increased maintenance needs across our Portland-area facilities.Starting Wage: $22.43 – $30.27 per hour, depending on level placement and experienceThis is a temporary, limited-term, project-based position. Placement as a Facilities Technician I, II, or III will be based on your experience, technical knowledge, and demonstrated skill level.While this position is not guaranteed to continue beyond the limited-term assignment, a permanent Facilities Technician opportunity may become available at or near the conclusion of the project, and the selected employee may have the opportunity to apply for available permanent positions.What You'll DoThis is a hands-on role supporting maintenance, repair, remodeling, and facility improvement projects across Volunteers of America Oregon locations. Depending on your experience and skill level, your work may include:General building maintenance and repairsCarpentry, drywall, painting, and finish workPlumbing and fixture repairs or installationBasic electrical and building-system work within your demonstrated skill levelAppliance and equipment troubleshooting and repairPreventative maintenanceLandscaping and exterior maintenanceRemodeling, construction, relocation, and facility improvement projectsWorking alongside contractors, vendors, and other Facilities team membersIdentifying maintenance needs and helping troubleshoot effective solutionsMaintaining safe, clean, and organized work areasTechnician II and III employees may also provide onsite guidance or technical direction to other Facilities team members based on project needs.Who We're Looking ForWe are open to candidates with a range of experience. You do not need to meet the qualifications of our highest technician level to apply.Technician I: You have general knowledge or experience in maintenance, construction, landscaping, repair work, or a related trade. You are comfortable using common hand and power tools and are interested in continuing to develop your skills.Technician II: You bring approximately three or more years of building maintenance or related experience, with demonstrated skills in areas such as carpentry, plumbing, landscaping, appliance repair, and use of hand and power tools.Technician III: You bring approximately five or more years of broad building maintenance experience and advanced troubleshooting and repair skills across multiple building systems, which may include carpentry, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, roofing, appliances, and commercial equipment. Experience serving as a project or crew lead is also valuable at this level.Regardless of level, we're looking for someone who can work independently and as part of a team, solve problems, adapt to changing priorities, communicate professionally, and take pride in completing quality work safely and efficiently.Additional RequirementsCandidates must be able to:Successfully complete required pre-employment screenings, including a criminal history background check.Meet applicable OIG and SAM exclusion requirements.Be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.Travel locally between VOA Oregon facilities throughout the Portland metropolitan area. No overnight or out-of-town travel is required.Possess a valid driver's license and meet VOA Oregon's driver eligibility requirements when operating a vehicle for agency business.Perform the physical requirements of facilities maintenance work, including working with hand and power tools, standing, walking, bending, climbing or working from ladders, and lifting up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.Why Join Us?This limited-term opportunity is a great fit for someone who enjoys hands-on work, variety, problem-solving, and seeing the results of their work. You'll help us complete important facility projects while supporting environments where VOA Oregon employees provide essential services to individuals and families in our community.Temporary, Limited-Term PositionStarting Wage: $22.43 – $30.27 per hourPlacement at Technician I, II, or III based on experience and qualificationsPortland Metropolitan AreaThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the incumbent(s) of this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and activities required for this position.Volunteers of America Oregon is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)