Maintenance Technician

HOME OF HOPE seeks a Maintenance Technician I to support safe, well-maintained residential facilities for homeless children and young mothers. In this entry-level role, you will perform routine preventive maintenance, basic electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and HVAC tasks, and respond to work orders to ensure a clean, functional, and secure campus. You will inspect buildings and equipment, assist with grounds upkeep, support room turnovers, and help with emergency repairs when needed.

Working closely with compassionate, faith-centered staff, you will help maintain a nurturing environment where families can heal, grow, and move toward independence.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine preventive maintenance and repairs on facility systems, equipment, and grounds
• Respond to maintenance requests to ensure a safe, comfortable environment for residents and staff
• Inspect buildings, fixtures, and life-safety systems; report and address potential hazards
• Complete basic electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and HVAC tasks within scope and escalate complex issues
• Maintain maintenance logs, work orders, and inventory of tools, supplies, and parts
• Support set up, breakdown, and upkeep of residential spaces and common areas
• Coordinate with vendors and contractors as needed for specialized repairs
• Follow safety, security, and faith-based organizational policies in all work activities
• Assist in emergency response for building or systems issues (after-hours as assigned)
• Collaborate with program and residential staff to minimize disruption to children and families

Required Skills

• Basic electrical repair
• Basic plumbing repair
• HVAC troubleshooting
• Carpentry and drywall repair
• Preventive maintenance
• Building safety and code awareness
• Use of hand and power tools
• Work order and maintenance software
• Vendor coordination
• Recordkeeping and documentation