Maintenance Technician
Listed on 2026-03-15
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Building Maintenance, Maintenance Technician / Mechanic -
Maintenance/Cleaning
Building Maintenance, Maintenance Technician / Mechanic
As a community-led organization, Northwest Neighborhoods equitably fosters diverse, vibrant neighborhoods that are physically and socially connected, where anyone can thrive. Northwest Neighborhoods is seeking a Cleaning Technician for a full-time, temporary-to-permanent role as a valued member of our team providing safe, healthy, affordable housing for residents. This position will begin with a probationary period through a partnering temporary staffing agency.
The Cleaning Technician will contribute to a positive impact on our community by ensuring the optimal maintenance and functionality of our properties, both residential and commercial.
NWN is seeking a Maintenance Technician to perform general maintenance, repairs, and preventative maintenance across NWN’s portfolio of affordable housing and commercial spaces. The portfolio consists of 15 buildings offering both affordable housing as well as retail space, all within a three-mile radius. This position serves as an integral part of our Property Services team and plays a crucial role in ensuring that all buildings, units, and common areas are safe, functional, and well-maintained.
The Maintenance Technician works under the direction of the Maintenance Manager and responds to work orders in a timely and professional manner.
Reports to:
Maintenance Manager
Perform routine maintenance and repairs in residential units and common areas, including plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpentry, drywall, painting, and appliance repair
Complete work orders, unit turnovers, and emergency repairs in a timely manner
Conduct preventative maintenance inspections and complete assigned tasks
Troubleshoot and diagnose maintenance issues efficiently.
Prepare vacant units for occupancy, including repairs, painting, cleaning coordination, and inspections
Maintain an organized inventory of materials and supplies, ensuring seamless access to resources for ongoing maintenance projects
Respond promptly to emergency repairs when on call. This may include time during evenings, weekends, and holidays
Demonstrate clear communication skills alongside a commitment to tenant satisfaction and safety
Complete detailed work order forms and all required reports (both paper and digital), for essential documentation for maintenance activities
Accompany contractors, inspectors, investors, and management staff to properties as needed
Qualifications:High school diploma or GED required
Valid driver’s license and insured work vehicle required; truck or cargo van preferred
2-4 years of maintenance and repair experience
Working knowledge of plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpentry, and general building systems
Ability to troubleshoot and complete repairs independently
Ability to read work orders, inspection reports, and technical documentation
Excellent communication skills to liaise with team members, inspectors, and vendors
Experience using or willingness and ability to learn digital record-keeping systems such as Email, Voicemails, Yardi or Microsoft Word, Excel, etc.
Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities
Attention to detail and commitment to quality work
Customer-service mindset when working with residents
Technical certification or trade school preferred
High school diploma or GED required
Valid driver’s license and insured work vehicle required; truck or cargo van preferred
2-4 years of maintenance and repair experience
Working knowledge of plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpentry, and general building systems
Ability to troubleshoot and complete repairs independently
Ability to read work orders, inspection reports, and technical documentation
Excellent communication skills to liaise with team members, inspectors, and vendors
Experience using or willingness and ability to learn digital record-keeping systems such as Email, Voicemails, Yardi or Microsoft Word, Excel, etc.
Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities
Attention to detail and commitment to quality work
Customer-service mindset when working with residents
Technical certification or trade school preferred
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