Maintenance Technician

NeighborWorks® Boise; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K Retirement Plan including match

Life Insurance

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Job summary

NeighborWorks Boise is seeking a motivated Maintenance Technician to maintain safe, clean, and welcoming multifamily housing for residents. This hands-on role focuses on repairs, unit turns, and preventative maintenance to ensure high-quality living environments.

You will perform plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, and general maintenance; document work in AppFolio; coordinate with vendors; and support safety and compliance with OSHA and Fair Housing standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Previous maintenance, construction, plumbing, electrical, or handyman experience required.
• Ability to safely use maintenance tools, equipment, and materials.
• Strong organization, time management, and problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with OSHA, ADA, and Fair Housing regulations (or willingness to learn).
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Comfort with tablets, smartphones, and AppFolio/Google Suite.

Responsibilities

• Perform general maintenance including plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, and cleaning.
• Repair and troubleshoot appliances, systems, and structural issues.
• Respond to routine maintenance requests and emergency repair needs.
• Manage heating, plumbing, and other building systems to ensure functionality.
• Conduct unit turns efficiently, ensuring units are move-in ready.
• Utilize AppFolio to complete work orders and documentation.
• Coordinate with vendors for work outside of technician scope.
• Communicate daily with On-Site Manager regarding property status.
• Conduct regular property inspections and identify safety hazards.
• Perform scheduled preventative maintenance tasks.
• Maintain inventory, supplies, and maintenance records.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, ADA, and Fair Housing standards.

Job description

NeighborWorks#174; Boise (NWB) is a local affordable housing nonprofit that helps Idahoans obtain, maintain, and retain housing. We are seeking a motivated and mission-driven Maintenance Technician to help maintain safe, clean, and welcoming properties for our residents at our multifamily housing properties. This is a hands-on role focused on delivering high-quality repairs, unit turns, and preventative maintenance to ensure safe and comfortable living environments for our residents.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

This role is responsible for completing timely and quality maintenance services across assigned properties. This includes responding to work orders, performing unit turns, conducting repairs, and supporting preventative maintenance efforts. The role is responsible for both technical and general maintenance tasks to ensure properties remain safe, compliant, and well-maintained.

What You’ll Do

Property Maintenance, Repairs, and Coordination

• Perform general maintenance including plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, and cleaning
• Repair and troubleshoot appliances, systems, and structural issues
• Respond to routine maintenance requests and emergency repair needs
• Manage heating, plumbing, and other building systems to ensure functionality
• Conduct unit turns efficiently, ensuring units are move‑in ready
• Utilize property management software (AppFolio) to complete work orders and documentation
• Coordinate with vendors for work outside of technician scope
• Communicate daily with On‑Site Manager and/or Maintenance Assistant Manager regarding property status

Inspections, Compliance, and Preventative Maintenance

• Conduct regular property inspections and identify safety hazards or needed repairs
• Perform scheduled preventative maintenance tasks
• Follow up on repairs to ensure completion and compliance with safety standards
• Assist in semi‑annual and periodic unit inspections with On‑Site Manager
• Maintain inventory, supplies, and maintenance records
• Identify and report property risks, hazards, or liabilities promptly
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, inventory, and documentation
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, ADA, and Fair Housing standards

*Above description is not inclusive of all job duties. ****

What We’re Looking For

• High school diploma or GED
• Previous experience in maintenance, construction, plumbing, electrical, or general handyman work required
• Ability to safely use maintenance tools, equipment, and materials
• Strong organization, time management, and problem‑solving skills
• Familiarity with OSHA safety standards, ADA, and Fair Housing regulations (or willingness to learn)
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities and work as part of a team
• Comfortable using tablets, smartphones, and software (AppFolio, Google Suite)
• Commitment to safety, quality work, and excellent service

Job Type: Full‑time

Compensation: Starting at 20.00/ per hour or DOE

Benefits:

• Medical benefits
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• 401K Retirement Plan including match
• Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability and Long Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays

Qualified candidates must be able to perform essential job functions with or without accommodation. NeighborWorks#174; Boise is an Equal Opportunity employer.