Maintenance Technician

The Salvation Army; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army is seeking a Maintenance Technician to oversee cleanliness and maintenance at Reed House. Responsibilities include daily cleaning, maintenance inspections, and handling work orders in a supportive housing environment. This full-time, entry-level role offers a salary of $15 per hour and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Generous paid time off

Employer funded Pension Plan

Comprehensive health care coverage

Remitted Tuition Program

Eligibility for Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program

Qualifications

• Minimum two years building maintenance experience required.
• Experience in multifamily and affordable housing maintenance is desirable.
• Must have Child Protection Clearances PA Act 153.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness and condition of Reed House.
• Conduct inspections, trash removal, and perform repairs.
• Handle work orders, painting, and other maintenance tasks.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Self-starter

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

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Position Maintenance Technician

Department PSSM

Availability of Position ASAP

Schedule Monday-Friday 800am - 400pm

Reporting Relationship Maintenance Supervisor, Maintenance Manager, Housing and Project Coordinator

Salary/Grade $15 per hour

The Salvation Army is hiring and offers truly excellent benefit package to eligible employees including

• Generous paid time off every year that includes holidays, up to 3 personal days, vacation time and sick time.
• Employer funded Pension Plan (company contributions begin after 1 year of employment)
• Comprehensive health care coverage with low cost employee premiums, co-pays and deductibles
• Eligibility for supplemental insurance plans including Short Term Disability, AFLAC and Voluntary Term Life
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Remitted Tuition Program
• Eligibility for the Federal Government’s Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program
• Most importantly - a job with a good purpose!
  
  
  

About Booth Manor

The Salvation Army, Reed House is a 66 single room occupancy complex provides housing and supportive services to single adults with histories of drug and/or alcohol abuse, serious and persistent mental health issues, and physical disabilities. Our services are available to single adults who have lived in Philadelphia's emergency housing programs, transitional housing programs for homeless persons, those who come from institutions such as substance abuse treatment facilities and inpatient mental health programs.

Description of Position

Under the direction of the Business and Property Manager, the Maintenance Technician will be responsible for the overall cleanliness and condition of Reed House. This will include a daily routine cleaning schedule of all common areas, trash removal, inspection of rooms/property, complete work orders, painting, preventative maintenance and care and upkeep.

Requirements

• Experience in multifamily maintenance and experience involving affordable housing, senior housing, or special needs housing.
• Must be able to keep information in a confidential and secure fashion.
• Must have High School Diploma or GED and at least two years building maintenance experience.
• Must be a self-starter who can work in an environment with multiple changing work priorities.
• Good verbal and writing communication skills.
• Must have an understanding of and appreciation for the Mission of The Salvation Army.
• Child Protection Clearances PA Act 153 requires that all prospective employees complete the following clearance and background checks PA Child Abuse History Clearance, PA State Police Criminal Record Check and FBI Criminal Record/Fingerprint Check.
• Must have an understanding of and appreciation for the Mission of The Salvation Army.
  
  
  

Contact If you are interested in this position please submit your resume and cover letter online

External candidates interested in this position please apply online at http//careers.salvationarmy.org.

Internal candidates interested in applying for this position please apply at http//internal-usesalvationarmy.icims.com.

No Phone Calls Please.

Released by the Divisional Human Resources Department on 5/23/2025

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

The Salvation Army’s Mission Statement

The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church.

Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God.

Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ

and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

Requisition No. 2405

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