Maintenance Technician I

South-Portland-Housing-Authority; South Portland (ME); On-site; USD 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Life insurance

Maine 401(a)

457 plan

Vision insurance

Wellness reimbursement

HSA

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Employee assistance

Job summary

South Portland Housing Authority is seeking a dependable Maintenance Technician I to perform a range of maintenance, repair, cleaning, and grounds duties across Authority properties. This essential role may require on-call responses during weather events or emergencies.

The position offers a hourly pay range of $24.00–$30.00 based on experience, with a flexible schedule and on-call rotation about every 7 to 9 weeks.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• 3+ years of general maintenance, repairs, or skilled trades experience.
• Knowledge of electrical, plumbing, and building systems maintenance.
• Ability to troubleshoot problems, manage time effectively, and work independently.
• Strong communication and resident-service orientation.
• Experience with snow removal or grounds equipment; HVAC knowledge is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Complete planned and corrective maintenance repairs for buildings, systems, and grounds.
• Perform general plumbing, carpentry, drywall, masonry, painting, and touch-up work.
• Prepare vacant units for new residents through deep cleaning and general repairs.
• Help keep housing units safe, sanitary, and in good operating condition.
• Operate and maintain equipment in compliance with local, state, and federal requirements.
• Read and respond to work-related communications and assist with other duties as needed.

Skills

Maintenance

Troubleshooting

Communication

Time management

Independent work

HVAC knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Join Our Team

South Portland Housing Authority is seeking a dependable and skilled Maintenance Technician I to help maintain safe, clean, and well-functioning housing communities. In this role, you will perform a variety of maintenance, repair, cleaning, and grounds-related duties across Authority properties. This is an essential position that may be called upon during weather events or other urgent situations.

Pay Range

$24.00-30.00 per hour, based on experience.

Schedule

Flexible schedule Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., with on-call rotation approximately once every 7 to 9 weeks.

What You’ll Do

• Complete planned and corrective maintenance repairs for buildings, systems, and grounds.
• Perform general plumbing, carpentry, drywall, masonry, painting, and touch-up work.
• Prepare vacant units for new residents through deep cleaning and general repair work.
• Help keep housing units safe, sanitary, and in good operating condition.
• Operate and maintain equipment in compliance with local, state, and federal requirements.
• Read and respond to work-related communications and assist with other duties as needed.

Requirements

What We’re Looking For

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• At least 3 years of experience in general maintenance, repairs, or one or more skilled trades.
• Working knowledge of electrical, plumbing, and general building systems maintenance.
• Ability to troubleshoot problems, manage time effectively, and work independently.
• Strong communication skills and a professional, responsive approach when interacting with residents.
• Experience with snow removal or grounds equipment and knowledge of HVAC systems are a plus.
• Valid state driver’s license required.
• Ability to participate in a rotating on-call schedule.

Work Environment

• Work takes place in residential housing settings and outdoors in all weather conditions.
• This role regularly requires lifting up to 50 pounds and moving appliances or other heavy items when needed.
• The position involves walking, standing, bending, climbing stairs, and accessing cellars or attics.
• This is an essential position and may require response during emergencies, storms, or urgent property needs.

Benefits

• Excellent benefits effective the first of the month following date of hire.
• 100% employer-paid health insurance
• 100% employer-paid dental insurance
• 100% employer-paid short-term disability insurance
• 100% employer-paid long-term disability insurance
• 100% employer-paid life insurance
• Employer match to Maine State Retirement Plan
• Employer match to 401(a) retirement plan
• 457 retirement plan
• Vision insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Wellness reimbursement
• Health reimbursement arrangement
• Generous paid time off
• 13 paid holidays
• Health savings account