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Join Our Maintenance Team

South Portland Housing Authority
South Portland, ME Full Time
POSTED ON 8/22/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/20/2026

Description


Join Our Team

South Portland Housing Authority is seeking a dependable and skilled Maintenance Technician I to help maintain safe, clean, and well-functioning housing communities. In this role, you will perform a variety of maintenance, repair, cleaning, and grounds-related duties across Authority properties. This is an essential position that may be called upon during weather events or other urgent situations.


Pay Range

$24.00-30.00 per hour, based on experience.


Schedule

Flexible schedule Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., with on-call rotation approximately once every 7 to 9 weeks.


What You'll Do

  • Complete planned and corrective maintenance repairs for buildings, systems, and grounds.
  • Perform general plumbing, carpentry, drywall, masonry, painting, and touch-up work.
  • Prepare vacant units for new residents through deep cleaning and general repair work.
  • Help keep housing units safe, sanitary, and in good operating condition.
  • Operate and maintain equipment in compliance with local, state, and federal requirements.
  • Read and respond to work-related communications and assist with other duties as needed.

Requirements

  

What We're Looking For

  • High school diploma or GED preferred.
  • At least 3 years of experience in general maintenance, repairs, or one or more skilled trades.
  • Working knowledge of electrical, plumbing, and general building systems maintenance.
  • Ability to troubleshoot problems, manage time effectively, and work independently.
  • Strong communication skills and a professional, responsive approach when interacting with residents.
  • Experience with snow removal or grounds equipment and knowledge of HVAC systems are a plus.
  • Valid state driver's license required.
  • Ability to participate in a rotating on-call schedule.

Work Environment

  • Work takes place in residential housing settings and outdoors in all weather conditions.
  • This role regularly requires lifting up to 50 pounds and moving appliances or other heavy items when needed.
  • The position involves walking, standing, bending, climbing stairs, and accessing cellars or attics.
  • This is an essential position and may require response during emergencies, storms, or urgent property needs.

Benefits

  • Excellent benefits effective the first of the month following date of hire.
  • 100% employer-paid health insurance
  • 100% employer-paid dental insurance
  • 100% employer-paid short-term disability insurance
  • 100% employer-paid long-term disability insurance
  • 100% employer-paid life insurance
  • Employer match to Maine State Retirement Plan
  • Employer match to 401(a) retirement plan
  • 457 retirement plan
  • Vision insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Wellness reimbursement
  • Health reimbursement arrangement
  • Generous paid time off
  • 13 paid holidays
  • Health savings account

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If you are a hands-on maintenance professional who takes pride in providing safe and well-maintained housing, we encourage you to apply for the Maintenance Technician I position with South Portland Housing Authority. 

Salary : $24 - $30

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