Maintenance Technician

Avesta-Housing; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid health and dental plans

Flexible spending and dependent care

401(k) with 6% match

Life & disability insurance

Mental wellness services

13 paid holidays

Up to 8 weeks parental leave

Generous paid time off

Professional development assistance

Employee referral program

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Avesta Housing is hiring a Maintenance Technician to perform routine, emergency, and preventative repairs, and to maintain buildings and grounds at properties in Portland, ME. You will collaborate with property management to ensure safety and comfort, respond to resident needs, and uphold a respectful, inclusive living environment.

This full-time, on-site position provides diverse maintenance tasks, opportunity for overtime, and entails using a company-issued phone to log work orders and

Qualifications

• Reliable and independent individual willing to learn in a mission-based environment.
• Knowledge of or ability to learn general apartment/building repairs including basic plumbing, electrical, painting and light carpentry.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to perform routine maintenance tasks.
• Detail oriented with ability to complete work orders and maintain digital records via company phone.
• Strong communication and customer service skills for work with residents.
• Experience with technology and company-issued devices/work apps.
• Ability to work on a shared rotating on-call schedule.
• Reliable vehicle for daily transportation; mileage reimbursement provided.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine, emergency, and preventative repairs.
• Maintain buildings and grounds at properties.
• Collaborate with property management to ensure safety and comfort at Avesta properties.
• Respond to resident needs and uphold inclusive, respectful community standards.
• Complete work orders and log activity via company-issued cell phone.

Skills

General repairs knowledge

Repair & maintenance aptitude

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Customer service

Technology proficiency

On-call availability

Reliable transportation

Willingness to learn

Independent work ethic

Job description

Description

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.

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

Click HERE to view the full Maintenance Technician job description.

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

Work Location

This job is on‑site at a defined portfolio with properties in Portland, ME.

Benefits

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
• Up to 8 weeks paid parental leave
• Generous earned time, starting with 19 days in first year of employment
• Professional development assistance
• Employee referral program
• Tuition reimbursement

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.