Maintenance - Columbus Colony Housing

UCHI United Church Homes, Inc.; North Carolina; On-site; USD 24,796 - 35,817; Full time

Job summary

United Church Homes, Inc. is seeking a Maintenance Technician for Columbus Colony Housing 1. The role covers exterior and interior upkeep, unit preparation for new residents, and routine preventive maintenance across common areas and apartments.

The position requires basic trade skills, a valid driver’s license if traveling between locations, and the ability to work a flexible schedule, including emergencies.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• At least one year of related maintenance experience.
• Technical training or maintenance certifications helpful; must obtain state/federal requirements.

Responsibilities

• Exterior maintenance: clean sidewalks, entrances, parking lot, remove trash, snow, leaves, inspect surfaces for repairs.
• Interior upkeep: daily cleaning of entrance vestibule, lobby, hallways, restrooms, and common areas.
• Floor maintenance: strip and wax floors as directed.
• Apartment reconditioning: inspect vacant units and prepare for painting, patch drywall, protect carpet.
• Emergency procedures: follow maintenance protocols and coordinate with local authorities as needed.
• On‑call 24/7 for emergencies and coordinate with external vendors for larger projects.

Skills

Time management

Problem solving

Communication

Organizational skills

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

HVAC tools

Plumbing tools

Lawn equipment

Job description

Maintenance Position – Columbus Colony Housing 1

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining all areas of the property and its surroundings in a professional manner and in good working order. Responsibilities include completing work orders as requested by residents through the Housing Manager, troubleshooting appliances, and coordinating unit preparation for new residents.

Responsibilities

• Exterior maintenance:
  • Clean sidewalks, entrance, parking lot, and remove trash, snow, and leaves.
  • Inspect driveways and sidewalks for repairs.
  • Mow and edge lawns; care for trees, shrubs, and planting.
  • Maintain sprinkling system (if applicable) and fertilize as needed.
• Interior cleaning and upkeep:
  • Daily inspection and cleaning of the entrance vestibule: vacuum carpet, mop tile, clean mats, glass, dust, and wipe walls.
  • General cleaning of lobby walls, floors, light fixtures, furniture, and trash receptacles.
  • Vacuum hallways, remove stains, wipe handrails, walls, doors, picture frames, light fixtures, and clean glass.
  • Clean laundry rooms: lint screens, drains, floors, dust, and windowsills.
  • Clean elevators (if applicable): doors, floors, tracks.
  • Inspect and clean trash rooms, deodorize, disinfect chutes, and dispose trash.
  • Dust stairwells, clean follicles, mop floor landings.
  • Inspect public restrooms daily and clean toilets, sinks, mirrors, and floors weekly.
  • Inspect and clean social rooms: remove trash, vacuum floors, clean windows, fixtures, furniture, and bookshelves.
  • Daily cleaning of office and reception areas to maintain a professional appearance.
• Floor maintenance:
  • Strip and wax floors as needed under guidance of the Manager and in cooperation with housekeeping.
• Apartment reconditioning:
  • Inspect vacant units for maintenance issues (plumbing, electrical, carpets, tiles).
  • Prepare units for painting: remove fixtures, switch covers, patch drywall, protect carpet.
  • Paint with basic brushes and rollers, ensuring thorough cleaning afterward.
• Annual inspections: work with the Manager to inspect all units annually and perform required maintenance promptly.
• Emergency procedures: uphold emergency maintenance protocols, respond to major failures, ensure safety of residents and staff, and coordinate with local authorities.
• Miscellaneous duties:
  • Complete work orders issued by the Housing Manager—replace light bulbs, maintain water heaters, manage HVAC units in apartments, troubleshoot appliances, unclog toilets and disposals, perform minor plumbing and electrical repairs.
  • Inspect fire extinguishers, perform carpet repair/cleaning, install emergency communication units.
• On‑call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for emergency situations.
• Coordinate with outside vendors/contractors for large or advanced maintenance projects.
• Assist in training other maintenance staff under direction of the housing and regional managers.
• Set and uphold the annual maintenance budget in coordination with the Manager.

Qualifications

• High School Graduate or General Education Development (GED) – required.
• At least one (1) year of related experience.
• Technical training or maintenance certifications helpful; must obtain and maintain all mandatory state and federal requirements and certifications.
• Valid driver’s license required if traveling between multiple locations.

Other Requirements

• General knowledge and experience in electrical, plumbing, HVAC, landscaping, carpentry, and basic maintenance.
• Proficiency with a wide variety of hand and power tools and yard care equipment.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, ability to organize and prioritize work.
• Good time‑management skills and ability to quickly identify and solve problems.
• Ability to perceive and recommend preventative maintenance measures and adhere to terms in the United Church Homes Employee Handbook.

Equity 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.