Maintenance Technician

CCMC; Bellingham (WA); On-site; USD 34,440 - 38,572; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniforms provided at no cost

Health, dental & vision insurance

Paid holidays & PTO

Career growth and training

Job summary

SUHRCO Maple Park Apartments in Bellingham, WA is seeking a hands-on Maintenance Technician to keep our community safe, clean, and comfortable. You will respond to maintenance requests across plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and appliance systems, and prep units for new residents.

Work with the on-site team, follow safety protocols, and handle basic carpentry, painting, drywall, and routine repairs. We value reliability, communication, and the ability to work independently, with uniforms provided and

Qualifications

• 1+ year of experience in general maintenance or a similar field.
• Skills in basic carpentry, plumbing, electrical, painting, drywall, and appliance repair.
• Strong problem-solving ability and a knack for prioritizing tasks.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Experience using online systems (timesheets, work orders, etc.).
• Ability to work independently and pass a background check.
• English and Spanish speaking preferred.

Responsibilities

• Respond to maintenance requests across plumbing, electrical, HVAC, appliances, and more.
• Troubleshoot issues with a hands-on, problem-solving approach.
• Turn units for new residents and prepare them for showings.
• Maintain property grounds and safety, ensuring curb appeal.
• Support on-call rotations and coordinate with the on-site manager.

Skills

General maintenance

Carpentry

Plumbing

Electrical

Painting & drywall

Appliance repair

Problem solving

Communication

Teamwork

Independent work

Tool set

Background check

English & Spanish

Tools

Basic personal tool set

Job description

LOCATION: SUHRCO - Maple Park Apartments (Bellingham, WA)

Are you a hands-on problem solver with a knack for fixing things and a passion for keeping everything running smoothly? We’re looking for an experienced Maintenance Technician to join our team and help maintain the quality and comfort of our apartment communities. You’ll play a critical role in creating a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for our residents—all while working with a team that values hard work and good laughs.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Responding to maintenance requests – plumbing, electrical, HVAC, appliances, etc.
• Troubleshooting like a detective with a toolbelt
• Prepping units for new residents (we call it "turning them into showstoppers")
• Maintaining property grounds, ensuring safety and curb appeal
• Assisting in on-call rotations (we share the load like champs)
• Working closely with the on-site manager and property management team

What You Bring

• 1+ year of experience in general maintenance or a similar field
• Skills in basic carpentry, plumbing, electrical, painting, drywall, and appliance repair
• Strong problem-solving ability and a knack for prioritizing tasks
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Experience using online systems (for timesheets, work orders, etc.)
• A positive attitude, a strong work ethic, and the ability to work independently
• Basic personal tool set
• Must pass a background check
• English and Spanish speaking preferred

Physical Requirements

• Ability to walk, stand, kneel, crouch, climb, and lift regularly
• Comfortable lifting/moving up to 50lbs.
• Able to work on multi-level buildings and in active physical conditions

Perks Of The Job

• Competitive hourly pay (DOE) - $25.50
• Uniforms provided at no cost
• Health, dental & vision insurance
• Paid holidays & PTO
• Career growth and training opportunities
• A team that actually enjoys working together (yes, really!)

If you love solving problems, working with your hands, and being part of a team that treats you like family, we want to hear from you.