Apprentice Building Maintenance Technician

Are you looking for a career that offers excellent work/ life balance? The MDI & Ellsworth Housing Authorities is looking for an Apprentice Maintenance Laborer to join its Maintenance Team. Property Maintenance personnel maintain several properties on Mount Desert Island and in the Ellsworth area. Full time employees receive a stipend to be on an on-call schedule, on a rotating basis and receive paid holidays and benefit time. Apprentice Maintenance Laborers will learn routine maintenance as well as emergency repairs. Job duties include a wide variety of repairs including electrical, plumbing, painting, snow removal, grounds work and general property maintenance. Clean driving record a must. The MDI & Ellsworth Housing Authorities offers a competitive Benefits Package for full time employees, and a great work environment! Employment qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through the Federal Government. Come join our team and take part in doing good work for the communities served! Responsibilities Repair/ replace plumbing fixtures Minor electrical repairs Perform minor fixes such as repairing broken locks, filling gaps on walls etc. Install appliances and equipment Do garden/ yard upkeep by mowing lawn, collecting trash etc. Snow removal plowing and hand shoveling Conduct maintenance tasks such as replacing light bulbs Inspect and troubleshoot equipment and systems (e.g. heating systems) Check functionality of safety systems (e.g. fire extinguishers) Collaborate with workers and other professionals during renovations Report to a facilities or maintenance manager for issues Skills Willingness to learn basic carpentry and painting skills Ability to handle snow removal (i.e. operate plow and shovel) Willingness to learn basic HVAC, plumbing and electrical systems Increasing experience using hand and electrical tools Ability to read technical manuals and drawings Very good communication and interpersonal skills Physical stamina and dexterity High school diploma or equivalent The Mount Desert Island & Ellsworth Housing Authorities (MDIEHA) is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. At MDIEHA, we value inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the vulnerable populations of Hancock County. MDIEHA does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law during its hiring process. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$20.00 - $21.73 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location:

In person