Maintenance Staff/Handyperson

Center for Developmentally Disabled; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

Paid onboarding and training

Benefits package

Job summary

Center for Developmentally Disabled in Kansas City, MO is seeking a Maintenance Technician for a full-time role with Monday–Friday hours and rotating on-call weekends. You will help maintain 30+ homes, vehicles, and facilities to ensure a safe and supportive environment for individuals receiving services.

The job offers mileage reimbursement, paid onboarding/training, and opportunities to expand maintenance skills within a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED required.
• 1 year facilities maintenance experience (2+ years or technical training preferred).
• Strong troubleshooting, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs, climb ladders, and work indoors/outdoors in varying conditions.
• Valid MO Class E or KS Class C driver's license; local travel.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, repair, and maintain electrical, plumbing, carpentry, mechanical, and safety systems.
• Perform floor care, drywall repairs, painting, and grounds upkeep.
• Complete vehicle inspections and basic maintenance.
• Track supplies, order equipment, and manage invoices.
• Respond to emergency work orders and occasional after-hours calls.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Communication

Organizational skills

Hands-on repairs

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

Full-Time | Monday–Friday (Rotating On-Call W/E within Team) | Non-Exempt | $25/hour

If you’re dependable, skilled with hands-on repairs, and motivated by work that supports a meaningful mission, this opportunity is for you. Join CDD — a Kansas City nonprofit with over 50 years of service — as a Maintenance Technician, ensuring our 30+ homes, duplexes, vehicles, and office buildings remain safe, functional, and well-maintained for the individuals and staff who rely on them every day.

Why You’ll Love Working at CDD

• Mission-Driven Impact: Your work directly supports the safety and comfort of individuals with developmental disabilities — every repair you complete helps someone live with dignity and independence.
• Stable & Consistent Schedule: Enjoy predictable weekday hours with a rotating on-call schedule shared within the team.
• Hands-On Variety: No two days are the same — from carpentry and painting to electrical, plumbing, and vehicle checks, you’ll use a wide range of skills.
• Supportive Team Environment: Work alongside a collaborative facilities team and leadership that values reliability, communication, and problem-solving.
• Growth & Benefits: Full-time benefits, mileage reimbursement, paid training, and opportunities to expand your maintenance skill set.

What You’ll Do

• Inspect, repair, and maintain electrical, plumbing, carpentry, mechanical, and safety systems.
• Perform floor care, drywall repairs, painting, and grounds upkeep.
• Complete vehicle inspections and basic maintenance.
• Track supplies, order equipment, and manage invoices.
• Respond to emergency work orders and occasional after-hours calls.

What You Bring

• High school diploma/GEDrequired.
• At least 1 year of facilities maintenance experience (2+ years or technical training preferred).
• Strong troubleshooting, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs, climb ladders, and work indoors/outdoors in varying conditions.
• Valid driver’s license (MO Class E or Kansas Class C); ability to travel locally.

The Role at a Glance

• Pay: $25/hour
• Schedule: Full-time, Monday–Friday with rotating on-call weekends within the team
• Work Setting: Maintenance support for 30+ single-family homes, duplexes, office buildings, and agency vehicles across the Kansas City, MO metro
• Classification: Non-exempt, full-time with benefits and mileage reimbursement
• Training: Paid onboarding and ongoing skill development
• Reports To: Facilities Manager

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you’re passionate about helping others reach their potential, we’d love to meet you.We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.

About CDD

For over five decades,Center for Developmentally Disabledhas helped individuals with developmental disabilities live, work, and thrive independently in their communities. Our mission is to promote dignity, opportunity, and inclusion — and we’re looking for compassionate professionals like you to help us continue that work.

You must meet these qualifications in order to work for CDD.

Prior to being hired, you must have a high school diploma or GED.

Applicants must be at least 18 years of age to work for CDD.

You must have two forms of ID (driver’s license or state ID, social security card, birth certificate, U.S. Passport, etc.).

You must be willing to work evenings, weekends and some holidays.

You must have the ability to read and document on behaviors, understand and implement person supported training plans, and assist individuals supported with personal hygiene (e.g. tooth brushing, bathing, showering, shaving, dressing, etc.).

You must have the ability to pass training courses such as medication administration, Adult First Aid, Adult CPR, and Abuse and Neglect.

Must have reliable transportation to and from work, and a Motor Vehicle Record check is required for some positions. Auto insurance coverage may be required for some positions as well.

CDD needs to be able to reach you by telephone.

Be aware that CDD will run a criminal background check.

The following items are preferred for all full-time staff

We prefer non-smokers, and it is helpful for ALL full-time staff to have a current, valid driver’s license,
and be able to obtain a chauffeur’s license if needed.

CDD is a private, not-for-profit corporation founded in 1972. CDD provides residential care services and day habilitation to adults with developmental disabilities in the greater Kansas City, MO area.

Accredited by CARF, CDD maintains national quality of service standards for our housing and community placement options and opportunities.

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