Maintenance Custodian

The Maintenance Custodian helps keep Housing Authority of Billings sites clean, safe, and ready for daily operations. Working under the Senior Asset Manager, this position blends routine custodial services with light maintenance, unit turnover preparation, and seasonal grounds support.

Key duties include cleaning and restocking offices, public areas, restrooms, shops/garages, and common spaces; supporting move-out/move-in readiness; completing trash/debris pickup, weeding, and snow/ice removal; handling basic repairs and assigned projects (including screen fixes, graffiti removal, and repainting); coordinating access and work with staff and vendors; keeping tools, work areas, and the assigned vehicle organized; performing vehicle maintenance and preventative care (oil changes, tire rotations, minor repairs);

and completing HQS/NSPIRE-related inspection tasks when assigned.

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Valid Montana driver’s license & ability to meet insurance requirements
• Acceptable criminal background check
• Proven ability to use hand and power tools
• General custodial and maintenance experience (including groundskeeping, snow/ice removal)
• Vehicle maintenance and preventative care
• Familiarity with HQS/NSPIRE inspection procedures
• Strong attention to detail and critical thinking
• Time management and scheduling
• Professional written and verbal communication (email, reports, memoranda)
• Conflict resolution
• Manual dexterity and ability to lift up to 100 lbs.

Pay: $18.00/hr if you’re ready to provide dependable, detail-minded support,

Medical, dental, and vision insurance; short- and long-term disability; accident and cancer coverage; life insurance; pension; paid vacation, sick and personal leave; and paid holidays.

You’ll work onsite Monday–Friday, 8:0 AM–4:30 PM, starting the morning by checking your schedule and messages, then moving between the main office and properties as priorities change. Some days are steady, routine-focused; others shift quickly with weather, move-outs, or urgent requests. You’ll document what you complete, keep tools and vehicles organized, and wrap up by confirming what’s ready for the next day so the team can stay on track.