Maintenance-Canal Village

UCHI United Church Homes, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

UCHI United Church Homes, Inc. seeks a Maintenance Technician responsible for maintaining property in good order, completing work orders, and ensuring resident safety. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in electrical, plumbing, and HVAC for effective problem-solving.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, one year of maintenance experience, and strong interpersonal skills. Join a dedicated team committed to providing an excellent living environment for residents.

Qualifications

• One or more years of related experience.
• General knowledge in electrical, plumbing, HVAC, landscaping, carpentry.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain all areas of the property and surroundings.
• Complete work orders and troubleshoot appliances.
• Coordinate with vendors for maintenance projects.

Skills

Electrical knowledge

Plumbing

HVAC maintenance

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Education

High School Graduate or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Yard care equipment

Job description

Community Name

Canal Village

Responsibilities

Maintain all areas of the property and its surroundings in a professional manner and in good working order; complete work orders as requested by residents through the Housing Manager; troubleshoot appliances throughout the property and resident units; coordinate with the office staff to prepare units for new residents.

Participate in special activities as required (e.g., safety committee; mentoring/orientation/new hires).

Maintain an attractive community by cleaning sidewalks and entrance, sweeping, trash pick‑up and removal, cleaning parking lot and leaf removal; inspecting driveways and sidewalks for repair; mowing and edging lawns; maintaining tree, shrub and planting care; removing snow on parking lot and sidewalks; maintaining sprinkling system (if applicable); fertilizing as needed.

Complete regular cleaning and inspection tasks for building areas: Entrance Vestibule, Lobby, Hallways, Laundry Rooms, Elevators, Trash Rooms, Stairwells, Public Restrooms, Social Rooms, Office and Reception Area, Floor Maintenance.

Recondition apartments: clean and refurbish newly vacated units; check for plumbing, electrical, flooring issues; prepare for painting; paint apartments; perform annual apartment inspections with manager; address maintenance promptly.

Uphold emergency maintenance procedures, respond immediately to major problems, ensure safety of residents and staff, coordinate with local authorities.

Complete miscellaneous work orders issued by the Housing Manager; manage HVAC units; troubleshoot appliances; perform minor plumbing and electrical repairs; check fire extinguishers; perform carpet repair/cleaning; install CST units; other duties as assigned.

Coordinate with outside vendors/contractors for large or advanced maintenance projects; be on‑call 24/7 for emergencies; assist with training other maintenance staff; perform all other duties as assigned or directed.

Competency Statement

• Interpersonal – Ability to get along with a variety of personalities and individuals.
• Customer Oriented – Ability to take care of customers’ needs while following company procedures.
• Communication, Oral – Ability to communicate effectively with others.
• Problem Solving – Ability to find a solution for or to deal proactively with work‑related problems.
• Time Management – Ability to utilize available time to organize and complete work within deadlines.
• Organized – Trait of being organized or following a systematic method of performing a task.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED) required.
• Experience: One (1) or more years of related experience.
• Certifications & Licenses: Technical training or maintenance certifications helpful; must obtain and maintain mandatory, state and federal requirements and certifications for practice or occupation; a valid driver’s license is required if traveling between multiple locations.
• Other Requirements: General knowledge and experience in electrical, plumbing, HVAC, landscaping, carpentry, basic maintenance; adept at using a wide variety of hand and power tools, yard care equipment, etc.; strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to organize and prioritize work; good time management skills; ability to quickly identify and solve problems; ability to perceive and recommend preventative maintenance measures; must adhere to all terms and conditions set forth in the United Church Homes Employee Handbook.

EEO Statement

We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.