Maintenance Tech

If you are a job seeker with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to apply for one of our jobs, you will find the contact information to request the appropriate accommodation by visiting the following our Accessibility Accomodation for Applicants page.

• Posted on July 20, 2026

Showing 1 location

SEAT PLEASANT, MD 20743, USA

• On-site
• Travel Required :
  Yes
• Rate : $26 USD per hour
• Maintenance NHC
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: MAINT
  008202

Maintenance Technician I

Care with Heart. Work with Purpose.

Join Eastern Avenue Apartments as a Maintenance Tech I in Seat Pleasant, MD. This is more than a job!
It's an opportunity to lead day-to-day property operations while creating a safe, welcoming, and well-maintained community for residents. You'll play a key role in supporting housing stability, enhancing resident experience, and ensuring the property runs efficiently and effectively. If you're ready to grow your career while making a meaningful impact, we'd love to connect with you.

Eastern Avenue is part of the National Housing Corporation of Volunteers of America National Services, a subsidiary of the Volunteers of America parent organization. Proudly Great Place to Work Certified for 8 consecutive years

Maintenance Technician I Job Highlights:

• Shift: 8:30am-5:00pm Monday-Friday with occasional weekends
• Rotating On Call - must have reliable transportation
• Pay Rate: $26.00-$28.00 p/h based on years of experience

Why You'll Love It Here

• Supportive, caring leadership that truly values your voice
• A positive, team-oriented environment where you can rely on one another
• A beautiful, welcoming campus you'll enjoy coming to each day
• Opportunities for career growth and ongoing development
• Purpose-driven work that makes a meaningful difference every day

What We Offer

• National Pension Plan (fully vested in 5 years)
• Paid Time Off + Personal Days
• Life Insurance & Short-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness incentives (earn up to $350)
• Get paid early (access up to 50% of earnings)
• Referral bonuses & scholarship opportunities

What You Bring (Requirements)

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 6 months of full-time experience in building maintenance
• Proficient in English. Must have the ability to read and write in English
• Able to follow both verbal and written English instructions
• Ability to follow proper safety protocols
• Know how to turn the water valve and electricity off in case of emergency
• Must have reliable transportation.

Preferred

Skills:

• Knowledge of basic machinery and tools
• Construction experience and/or maintenance of equipment and utility experience

What You'll Be Responsible For

• Make recommendations to Community Administrator on necessary maintenance repairs, preventive maintenance, and property improvements.
• Repair and paint the building exterior as needed.
• Maintain adequate lighting for the interior and exterior of the property
• Schedule and expedite work order request
• Maintain a clean and orderly storage room
• Must be capable of using and climbing an extension ladder to access the roof, windows, and siding to make repairs as needed
• Safety:
  Know, follow and enforce facility safety rules.
• Complete required training
• Available to work on-call to ensure that twenty-four (24) hour maintenance is provided to the properties.

About Us

At Eastern Avenue Apartments
, within our National Housing Corporation, we provide permanent supportive housing and services for seniors, veterans, families, and individuals with disabilities, helping communities thrive nationwide. Unlike many housing organizations, we focus on long-term stability through wraparound support services tailored to each of our communities. We also prioritize strong community collaboration, connecting residents to essential resources that support independence, dignity, and lasting success.

At VOANS, we celebrate sharing, encouraging and embracing diversity. Equal employment opportunities are available to all without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran…