Maintenance Tech I - N Lincoln

Denver Housing Authority; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Denver Housing Authority is seeking a Maintenance Tech II to prepare vacant units for occupancy across multiple locations in Denver. The role performs routine minor maintenance and custodial work, supporting technical staff to ensure a safe, clean, and habitable living environment for residents.

The position requires use of hand and power tools, basic electrical and carpentry tasks, grounds care, and timely completion of work orders in compliance with DHA and HUD standards.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum one year general maintenance experience.
• Valid Colorado driver license with acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Prepare vacant units for occupancy with routine maintenance and cleaning.
• Perform minor electrical repairs (bulbs, switch plates) and carpentry repairs as needed.
• Assist with grounds keeping and landscape maintenance, seasonal tasks.
• Complete work orders promptly and document materials used for each task.
• Provide excellent customer service to residents and refer issues to the appropriate staff.

Skills

Small tools & power tools

Measuring devices

Customer service

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Maintenance tools usage

Job description

Maintenance Tech II - Multiple Locations

Join the Denver Housing Authority (DHA), a leader in providing affordable housing and creating thriving communities in Denver. As a dynamic organization committed to enhancing the quality of life for residents, we focus on innovation, collaboration, and excellence in service delivery. With a strong emphasis on community engagement and sustainability, DHA is dedicated to a best-in-class work environment while addressing the housing needs of our city. If you're passionate about making a positive impact and want to contribute to meaningful projects that empower individuals and families, we invite you to explore career opportunities with us.

This role is classified as non-exempt. The hiring range is starting at $23.29 up to $27.60/hour depending on skills and experience.

The role is union classified.

Summary of Job

The Maintenance Technician I is responsible for the preparation of vacant units for occupancy. Performs standard interior and exterior minor maintenance duties as well as grounds keeping duties. Performs routine semi-skilled maintenance and custodial work to prepare vacant units for occupancy as well as general cleaning of units. The position helps ensure residents have a safe, sanitary, and habitable living environment. Individual will assist technical maintenance staff with assigned tasks, demonstrating strong teamwork and support skills. Proficient in the use of a variety of small tools, power tools, and measuring devices, ensuring precision and efficiency in technical tasks. Experienced in using equipment such as mechanical floor cleaners, polishers, vacuums, and chemicals to maintain floors and floor coverings. Skilled in operating equipment utilized for lawn and landscape maintenance. Actively collaborates on adjusting, cleaning, and repairing tools and equipment, while maintaining an organized work environment.

• Prepares vacant units for occupancy by providing general routine maintenance duties to include but not limited to washing walls, floors, doors; cleaning appliances, which includes but is not limited to stove, range hood cover, refrigerator, and kitchen and bathroom fixtures. Washes windows, window screens, screen doors, furnace vent cover and bathroom fan cover. Strips and waxes, repairs/replaces vinyl tile floors, and cleans/shampoos carpets.
• Performs minor electrical repairs to include changing light bulbs, switch plates and covers, and electric ranges if they are not hard wired.
• Performs minor carpentry repairs to include jambs and doors, decks, railing and siding.
• Replaces window, screens, window shades/mini blinds, curtain rods, brackets, locks and other hardware.
• Paints dumpsters, curbs, and stripes parking lots and removes graffiti.
• Cleans and maintains office areas to include bathrooms, vacuuming, and shop areas.
• Performs daily grounds inspections and maintenance as needed to include but not limited to removing trash, debris, etc.
• Seasonal landscaping maintenance - cuts, trims, edges and waters grassy areas during the growth season; removes snow from sidewalks and parking areas.
• Completes work orders assigned in a timely and professional manner in compliance to DHA and HUD regulations and standards. Keeps detailed tracking and recording of material needed and used as it relates to work orders.
• Refers resident requests, concerns and maintenance issues to the appropriate staff while providing excellent customer service to residents.
• Distributes notices and other communications to residents, as needed.
• Assists with the unloading and placement of drop shipments of material at sites.
• Regularly adjusts, cleans, and repairs tools and equipment to ensure optimal performance. Safely stores tools and equipment when not in use to maintain organization and readiness.
• Actively assists fellow technical maintenance staff in carrying out assigned tasks, fostering a cooperative and efficient work environment.
• Ability to perform physical and mental aspects of the position with special accommodation when necessary.
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent
• A combination of appropriate education and experience may be substituted for the minimum education and experience requirements.
• Minimum one (1) year general maintenance experience or in related field.
• Valid Colorado driver license and an acceptable driving record.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Demonstrated ability to effectively work with a variety of small tools, power tools, and measuring devices, ensuring precision and efficiency in technical tasks.

Working Conditions

• Exposure to hazards from electrical/mechanical/power equipment. Exposed to housekeeping/cleaning agents/chemicals.
• Subject to injury from moving parts of equipment.
• Exposure to the risk of blood borne diseases, and infection from disease-bearing specimens.
• Stress due to time constraints due to preparing vacancies.
• Frequent exposure to all weather conditions

At the Denver Housing Authority, we understand that not everyone may meet every qualification outlined in this job posting. We strongly encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, as we value diverse experiences and perspectives. We consider comparable experiences and skills, and we believe that a workforce reflective of the communities we serve is essential to our mission. If you are passionate about making a difference and believe you can contribute to our team, we would love to hear from you!