Maintenance Technician

Avesta Systems; Gorham (ME); Presencial; USD 30 000 - 33 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Employer-paid health and dental plans

Flexible spending and dependent care

401(k) with immediate vested match

Life, disability insurance

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Employee referral program

Resumo da oferta

Avesta Housing is seeking a Maintenance Technician to perform routine, emergency, and preventative repairs, maintain buildings and grounds, and support our communities in Gorham, ME. This on-site role requires reliable transportation and the ability to work with property management to uphold safety and comfort standards.

The position offers hourly wages of $22.00–$24.00, opportunities for overtime, and a comprehensive benefits package including health and dental plans, a 401(k) with match, and

Qualificações

• Willingness to learn in a mission-based environment.

Responsabilidades

• Perform routine, emergency, and preventative repairs.
• Maintain buildings and grounds.
• Collaborate with property management to meet safety and comfort standards.
• Respond to resident needs and uphold inclusivity and respect.

Conhecimentos

Maintenance and repairs

Basic plumbing

Basic electrical

Light carpentry

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Good communication

On-call availability

Reliable transportation

Ferramentas

Company issued cell phone

Work-related apps

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Are you motivated by keeping communities safe, welcoming, and well-maintained? Do you take pride in solving problems on the spot and ensuring residents feel truly at home? Avesta Housing is seeking a skilled and mission-driven Maintenance Technician to help maintain the physical operations of our properties and support our vibrant communities.

In this hands-on role, you'll perform routine, emergency, and preventative repairs, maintain buildings and grounds, and collaborate closely with property management to ensure every home meets Avesta's high standards for safety and comfort. You'll play a key part in creating a quality living environment, responding to resident needs, and upholding our commitment to inclusivity and respect.

This role is a great fit if you:

• Enjoy rolling up your sleeves to tackle maintenance and repairs
• Bring the skill, or a strong aptitude to learn the skills, for completing routine property maintenance tasks including basic plumbing, basic electrical and light carpentry
• Find satisfaction working with structured daily tasks that include tending to routine apartment and building needs as well have the ability to switch gears quickly when unexpected emergent needs arise
• Want to make a lasting impact on residents' daily lives and community well-being
• Thrive in an environment working independently as well as being part of and contributing to a supportive team.

About Avesta Housing

Avesta Housing is a local leader in housing development, property management, and assisted living solutions. Founded in 1972, our nonprofit organization serves individuals and families in need of quality affordable housing in Maine and New Hampshire.

What it's Like to Work Here

Our team members have positive attitudes, are creative problem solvers, and share a dedication to housing equity and inclusion for all. Our shared commitment to improving the lives of others and strengthening our communities through affordable housing gives us purpose and inspires our best work. Our workplace culture and continuous opportunities for growth have resulted in Avesta Housing being a popular place to work.

See what makes us more than just a workplace here .

Salary Information

$22 - $24Hourly Wage

Requirements

• A reliable and independent individual who has the willingness to learn and grow in a mission-based environment
• Knowledge of, or ability to learn, general apartment and building repairs including basic plumbing, basic electrical, painting and light carpentry
• Mechanical aptitude
• Detail oriented with ability to independently complete assigned work orders and maintain digital records of completion via app usage on a company issued cellular phone
• Good communications skills
• Strong customer service skills that include working professionally in occupied apartments
• Experience with technology including use of company issues cellular phone and work related applications
• Availability to work a shared rotating on-call schedule is required
• Reliable vehicle for daily transportation use is required, mileage reimbursement provided

This is a full-time, hourly, non-exempt position with opportunity for overtime pay. Hourly wage is $22.00 - $24.00/hour for the Inland region.

Work Location

This job is on-site at a defined portfolio with properties in and around Gorham, ME.

We have excellent employee benefits, including:

• Employer-paid health and dental plans for employees
• Flexible spending and dependent care accounts
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with immediate vested match of up to 6%
• Employer-paid basic life, long-term and short-term disability
• Free mental wellness services for benefits-eligible employees
• 13 paid holidays
• Generous earned time, starting with 19 days in first year of employment
• Up to 3 paid personal days per year
• Employee referral program

Avesta Housing Corp. is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to being an inclusive community that values diversity in people, backgrounds, and ideas, and ensures fair treatment, access, and advancement for each person.

We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and lived experiences, including differences in race, ethnicity, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, socioeconomic background, veteran status, and family structure. We also recognize and value diversity in thought, communication styles, education, and career paths.

We believe our work is strengthened by a team that reflects the communities we serve. If you are passionate about our mission, we encourage you to apply.

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