Maintenance

Charles Tini Associates; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 22,041 - 35,817; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company matching

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development assistance

Opportunities for advancement

Job summary

Charles Tini & Associates Inc. is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to support a HUD/Tax Credit-regulated affordable housing community in Washington, DC.

You will assist the Maintenance Supervisor with daily upkeep, safety, and regulatory compliance to protect residents and property. The role requires dependable, organized individuals who can handle plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and appliance repairs, while maintaining good resident relations and timely work orders.

Qualifications

• Experience in affordable housing, HUD, Tax Credit, Section 8, or similar regulated housing preferred
• Strong customer-service skills and ability to work with diverse resident populations
• Ability to complete work professionally and in a timely manner
• Basic knowledge in plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and appliance repair
• Knowledge or experience with HappyCo software a plus

Responsibilities

• Perform daily maintenance tasks in compliance with HUD, REAC, and other affordable housing standards
• Support unit turnovers to ensure apartments meet program requirements and quality expectations
• Maintain a clean and hazard free community environment
• Electrical: Troubleshoot and repair wiring, fixtures, and circuits
• Plumbing: Repair pipes, fixtures, and unclog drains
• HVAC: Assist with heating and cooling system maintenance
• Appliances: Diagnose and repair major appliances
• Carpentry: Repair stairs, railings, cabinets, doors, fencing
• General Building: Roofing, gutters, flooring, drywall, interior/exterior lighting
• Safety & Compliance: Maintain door locks, smoke detectors, gas fixtures, and security systems (if applicable)
• Assist with pre-REAC inspections and remediation tasks

Skills

Affordable housing experience

HUD/Tax Credit familiarity

Resident relations

Time management

Tools

HappyCo software

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: 801 R Street - Washington, DC 20001

Position Type: Full Time

Salary Range: $26.00 - $26.00 Hourly

Charles Tini & Associates Inc., a Regional Property Management firm with over 45 years of experience and a growing affordable housing portfolio along the East Coast is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician with a strong commitment to service, safety, and regulatory compliance. We pride ourselves on fostering stable, high- quality communities for residents, and we are looking for team members who share that mission.

About the Role

The Maintenance Technician will assist the Maintenance Supervisor in maintaining the physical integrity, safety, and cleanliness of a HUD/Tax Credit-regulated affordable housing community. This position is ideal for someone who is dependable, organized, and understands the importance of maintaining compliance, quick response times, and strong resident relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform daily maintenance tasks in compliance with HUD, REAC, and other affordable housing standards
• Support unit turnovers to ensure apartments meet program requirements and quality expectations
• Maintain a clean and hazard free community environment
• Electrical: Troubleshoot and repair wiring, fixtures, and circuits
• Plumbing: Repair pipes, fixtures, and unclog drains
• HVAC: Assist with heating and cooling system maintenance
• Appliances: Diagnose and repair major appliances
• Carpentry: Repair stairs, railings, cabinets, doors, fencing
• General Building: Roofing, gutters, flooring, drywall, interior/exterior lighting
• Safety & Compliance: Maintain door locks, smoke detectors, gas fixtures, and security systems (if applicable)
• Assist with pre-REAC inspections and remediation tasks

Job Type

• Full-time

Benefits

• 401(k) with company matching
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Employee discounts
• Tuition reimbursement
• Professional development assistance
• Opportunities for advancement

Qualifications

• Experience in affordable housing, HUD, Tax Credit, Section 8, or similar regulated housing preferred
• Strong customer- service skills and ability to work with diverse resident populations
• Ability to complete work professionally and in a timely manner
• Basic knowledge in plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and appliance repair
• Knowledge or experience with HappyCo software a plus