Maintenance Technician

Seattle Housing Authority; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Seattle Housing Authority is seeking a Maintenance Technician to service and maintain occupied and vacant units, perform basic repairs, cleaning, and curb appeal. The role includes assisting with lease enforcement, coordinating move-ins and move-outs, and supporting residents and management.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, a valid driver’s license, and 3+ years in apartment maintenance. The position is based at Seattle properties with a focus on safety, quality, and customer service

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• Driver’s License with a fully insurable driving record.
• Minimum 12 months of relevant experience as Vacate Technician or similar, plus 3 years in general apartment maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Repair and perform basic service requests in occupied and vacant units, including carpentry repairs and minor appliance work.
• Assist with cleaning, maintenance, grounds keeping, and monitor wear in units.
• Assist with unit and common area inspections to ensure HQS compliance.
• Communicate lease enforcement concerns to management and residents; coordinate move-ins/outs.

Skills

Driver’s License

Customer service

Diverse populations experience

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

We offer competitive salary, great benefits, and work that matters to our community.

The Organization:

The Seattle Housing Authority (SHA) is a mission-driven leader in affordable housing, headquartered on Elliott Avenue West with sweeping views of Elliott Bay and the Puget Sound. With additional field offices across Seattle, we’re committed to expanding housing opportunities, strengthening communities, and supporting a workplace where people grow and thrive.

The position:

We’re looking for a Maintenance Technician to join our team! This role is perfect for someone who loves keeping a property in great shape. Our Maintenance Technicians perform service requests in occupied and vacant units, housekeeping, and repairs of vacated units, as well as performing and monitoring property curb appeal, and assisting with customer service and lease enforcement with residents.

The Location:

4570 Martin Luther King, Jr. Way S Seattle, WA 98108

The ideal candidate will have:

• High School diploma or equivalent education.
• Driver’s License and fully insurable driving record
• At least twelve months of relevant experience as a Vacate Technician or equivalent, and three years of work experience in general apartment maintenance.
• Demonstrated ability to work with culturally diverse populations, seniors, and persons with disabilities.

What will you do?

• Repair and/or perform basic service requests in occupied and vacant units. Make general carpentry repairs and replacements to existing unit features. May replace small areas of floor tile or carpet squares, repair kitchen or fixtures, or perform minor appliance repair.
• Perform general cleaning, maintenance and grounds keeping tasks, performing general
• Monitor wear and tear in units.
• Assist with unit and common area inspections by accompanying outside representatives on Property visits. Identify, document and perform needed repairs to be in compliance with HQS standards.
• Communicate appropriate lease enforcement concerns, e.g., in common areas, units, yards and garbage areas, with management and residents.
• Coordinate move-ins and move-outs with Management.

For additional information on the job, please see the full job description.

Why Should You Apply?

• Our Culture: SHA offers a supportive, energetic workplace where collaboration and growth thrive. Our talented team has helped make us a nationally recognized leader in affordable housing and community development.
• Competitive Salary
• Comprehensive Benefits
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS)
  • Generous paid leave and holidays
• Work-Life Balance
  • Reasonable hours
  • Opportunity for part-time remote work (dependent on the position)
• Professional Development
  • On-the-job training and growth opportunities

Our Commitment to Equity

SHA values your unique background and perspective - we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every listed qualification. Learn more in our diversity and application equity statement.