Maintenance Technician - Full Time - Cheboygan, MI

Samaritas; Tuscarora Township (MI); On-site; USD 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full Benefits

Job summary

Samaritas in Cheboygan, MI is seeking a Maintenance Technician to support our 24-unit Affordable Living Community. This full-time role involves hands-on maintenance, preparing apartments for new residents, and keeping spaces welcoming.

Responsibilities include light plumbing/electrical repairs, preventative maintenance, groundskeeping, and responding to work orders with minimal supervision. Valid driver’s license and 1 year of maintenance experience preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• At least 1 year of general maintenance or handyman experience preferred.
• Basic knowledge of plumbing, electrical, drywall, and general repairs.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks.
• Ability to communicate effectively with residents, staff, vendors, and contractors.
• A customer-service mindset with compassion for individuals in affordable housing communities.
• Ability to work independently and adapt to changing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and preventative maintenance on building systems, equipment, and units.
• Complete work orders efficiently, including light plumbing, electrical, and drywall repairs.
• Maintain building interiors and exterior grounds, including lawn care and snow removal.
• Prepare and clean vacant apartments for new residents.
• Respond to maintenance requests and address issues with minimal supervision.
• Monitor and maintain inventory of supplies and materials.
• Support general housekeeping and upkeep of shared spaces.

Skills

General maintenance

Handyman

Plumbing

Electrical

Drywall

Organizational skills

Communication

Customer-service mindset

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

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Maintenance Technician - Full Time - Cheboygan, MI

Now Hiring: Maintenance Technician – Affordable Living Community

Location: Cheboygan, MI
Schedule: Full-Time ~ 30-hours/week, Monday–Friday w/emergency on call - very flexible!
Pay: $19.50/hour + Full Benefits

Calling all handymen and semi-retired individuals with a property maintenance background!

Help Create a comfortable place for our residents to call home!

Do you enjoy hands-on work and take pride in keeping spaces functional, and welcoming? We’re looking for a Maintenance Technician to support our 24-unit Affordable Living Community—ensuring residents have a clean, well-maintained environment to call home.

This role offers a variety of tasks, from light repairs and preventative maintenance to groundskeeping and preparing apartments for new residents. If you’re dependable, resourceful, and enjoy making a visible impact every day, we’d love to connect.

Why Join Samaritas?

Samaritas is a Michigan-based, faith-driven human services organization committed to empowering individuals and strengthening communities. Guided by our mission, we create ripple effects of positive transformation through compassion and service.

Join us and be the rock. #BeTheRock

What You’ll Do

As a Maintenance Worker, you’ll play a key role in keeping the property running smoothly and safely:

• Perform routine and preventative maintenance on building systems, equipment, and units
• Complete work orders efficiently, including light plumbing, electrical, and drywall repairs
• Maintain building interiors and exterior grounds, including lawn care and snow removal
• Prepare and clean vacant apartments for new residents
• Respond to maintenance requests and address issues with minimal supervision
• Monitor and maintain inventory of supplies and materials
• Support general housekeeping and upkeep of shared spaces

What You Bring

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• At least 1 year of general maintenance or handyman experience preferred
• Basic knowledge of plumbing, electrical, drywall, and general repairs
• Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks
• Ability to communicate effectively with residents, staff, vendors, and contractors
• A customer-service mindset with compassion for individuals in affordable housing communities
• Ability to work independently and adapt to changing priorities

Additional Requirements

• Valid, unrestricted driver’s license with a good driving record
• Current automobile insurance (personal vehicle may be required for work use)
• Availability for on-call rotation, including weekends and holidays as needed

What to Expect

• A dynamic, hands-on role with a mix of indoor and outdoor work
• Occasional extended hours during emergencies or seasonal needs (like snow removal)
• Opportunity to make a daily impact in residents’ quality of life

Make a Difference Every Day

Your work directly contributes to safe, stable housing for individuals and families.

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