Residential Maintenance Technician

Position: Residential Maintenance Technician

Website: MeadvillePA.com

Job Objective: Meadville Housing Corporation is seeking to hire a Residential Maintenance Technician to support our rental housing operations. This hands-on role involves electrical, plumbing, heating, and grounds maintenance across our portfolio of residential properties. We’re seeking a full-time and dependable maintenance professional who takes pride in keeping homes safe, functional, and well-maintained.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform electrical, plumbing, HVAC, general building, grounds maintenance, and any other repairs when necessary.
• Perform preventative maintenance measures as needed.
• Perform tasks using the proper use of all tools and equipment to ensure a safe working environment.
• Supervises and works with seasonal summer help to achieve completion of exterior grounds work.
• Collaborates with other MHC Staff members, third-party contractors, and vendors.
• Respond quickly in the event of an emergency and notify appropriate personnel as soon as possible.
• Installs and maintains all fire and carbon monoxide alarms.
• Assists with annual inspections of units.
• Assists with the removal and discarding of tenant items from units where needed.
• Performs paid on-call duties when needed.
• Assists with required Safe Drinking Water procedures as outlined by the PA Department of Environmental Protection.
• Performs all other duties as assigned by supervisors and management staff.
• Required to work closely and efficiently with the Head of Maintenance, Painting Staff, Resident Manager, and Executive Director.

Physical Requirements:

• Able to lift objects (team and/or solo lift) of various weights.
• Good Physical Stamina and Dexterity.
• Strong customer service skills.

Qualifications

• High School or equivalent diploma required; vocational training preferred.
• Minimum 1-2 years of maintenance experience.
• Strong to intermediate knowledge of basic electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems.
• Have good knowledge of troubleshooting techniques.
• Willingness to learn on the job and adhere to company safety procedures.
• Able to use a smartphone for maintenance reporting and communications.
• A Certified Safe Drinking Water Operator License is a significant advantage.

Key Requirements

• Able to work after hours and weekends as needed.
• Able and willing to operate a pickup truck with an attached snowplow.
• Must hold a valid Pennsylvania driver’s license.
• Must complete and pass a physical screening.
• Must pass a background check.
• Standard Daytime Shift - Monday through Friday 8 AM to 4 PM with overtime opportunities.

Compensation and Benefits:

Meadville Housing Corporation is pleased to offer an industry-leading benefits package to our team members.

• $17 to $22 an Hour, based on experience.
• Full Employee Health Insurance Coverage.
• Dental, Vision, and Life insurance.
• 8% employer match 401(k) retirement plan.
• Paid Vacation and Paid Sick-Time.
• 11 Company Paid Holidays.
• Strong team atmosphere with employee-minded policies.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.00 - $22.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 – 45 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Property Maintenance: 2 years (Preferred)

Language:

• English (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Location:

• Meadville, PA 16335 (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Meadville, PA 16335 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Meadville, PA 16335: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $17 - $22