Maintenance Technician

Inglis; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 26,162 - 37,262; Full time

Job summary

A community service organization is seeking a Maintenance Technician in Philadelphia. The role involves maintenance and repair of property systems, overseeing maintenance vendors, and ensuring a well-maintained environment for residents. Candidates should have a High School Diploma or GED with experience working with individuals with disabilities, or a Bachelor's degree in a related field. The position offers a pay rate of $23.02 per hour, emphasizing strong communication, time-management, and computer skills.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED with two years' experience with individuals with disabilities.
• Willingness to obtain ACRE certification or become CESP within six months.
• Experience with Pre-Employment Transition Services preferred.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for maintenance and repair of the property.
• Supervise outside contractors and maintain inventory control.
• Ensure compliance with fair housing laws.

Skills

Time-management skills

Communication skills

Computer skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree in social services or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word)

Job description

Maintenance Technician

Location: Philadelphia area

Your Impact

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for all phases of maintenance and repair of a property, including general and mechanical maintenance of the physical plant and building systems, budget control and adherence, inventory control, and oversight of porter and janitorial functions. The role involves directing and controlling maintenance and engineering vendors to maintain the property in good condition, attending required training, completing reports, maintaining a preventative maintenance schedule, supervising an Assistant Maintenance Technician and/or Janitor, and operating a vehicle.

What You’ll Do

• Adhere to all IHC directives as per the manual of operations and procedures.
• Purchase necessary maintenance supplies in accordance with company purchasing policy.
• Supervise outside contractors working on the property and have them sign the site visitor log.
• Ensure residents are provided with a clean, safe, well‑maintained community in compliance with applicable fair housing laws.
• Work within the established budget and notify the Property Manager of any possible variations.
• Report accidents and emergency situations to the property manager or administrative staff immediately and prepare sufficient reports, including photographs of incident areas.
• Ensure all maintenance requests are handled on an immediate basis, and notify the Property Manager if parts must be ordered that could cause a delay.
• Have direct control over utility usage and apply conservation measures to help reduce expenses (e.g., time controls for exterior lighting, controlled thermostats, water‑saving devices, and periodic conservation inspections).
• Perform apartment make‑ready services during unit turnover.
• Participate in all REAC preparations.
• Execute the requirements of Janitorial and Maintenance Schedules as written.

What We’re Looking For

• High School Diploma or GED required with at least two years of experience working with individuals with disabilities; or a bachelor’s degree in social services, vocational rehabilitation, and/or human resources with one year of experience with individuals with disabilities.
• Possess ACRE certification or willingness to become a Certified Employment Support Professional (CESP) within six months of hire.
• One‑year experience in transition and/or providing Pre‑Employment Transition Services to students with disabilities, and/or working within an educational setting is preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently in a mobile setting, with strong time‑management skills and ability to meet documentation and reporting deadlines.
• Excellent computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word).
• Ability to interface and communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders related to employment services functions.
• Excellent communication skills, including listening, writing, and speaking.
• Strong interpersonal, empathy, and organizational skills.
• Valid PA driver’s license with a clean driving record.

Pay range for this role: $23.02 an hour