Maintenance Technician - Housing & Facilities

Depaul USA; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Depaul USA is seeking a Maintenance Technician in Philadelphia to perform preventive and corrective maintenance across the Old First House facility, including offices, rental units, and grounds. The role requires diagnosing issues, completing repairs, and ensuring safety and quality standards are met.

The technician will handle plumbing, HVAC, electrical work, and carpentry tasks, with makeready turnover of units and inventory management.

Qualifications

• The Ideal Maintenance Technician possesses a strong background in preventive and corrective maintenance.
• Demonstrates reliability and effective communication in English.
• Flexible with work hours, including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Promote positive resident interactions and provide high-quality service.
• Complete work orders and preventative maintenance per policies and safety standards.
• Repair or replace plumbing components and maintain HVAC, electrical, and mechanical systems.
• Perform makeready for vacant units and coordinate with vendors as needed.
• Maintain grounds, conduct routine cleaning, and manage inventory of materials.

Skills

Preventive maintenance

Corrective maintenance

Electrical systems

Mechanical systems

HVAC

Plumbing

Carpentry

Painting

Power tools

English communication

Education

Technical associate degree or apartment maintenance certification

High school diploma or equivalent with 6+ years experience

Tools

N/A

Job description

Depaul USA is seeking a Maintenance Technician in Philadelphia to perform preventive and corrective maintenance across the Old First House facility, including offices, rental units, and grounds. The role requires diagnosing issues, completing repairs, and ensuring safety and quality standards are met.

The technician will handle plumbing, HVAC, electrical work, and carpentry tasks, with makeready turnover of units and inventory management.