Are you ready to take on a challenging but rewarding role in maintaining essential spaces for our community? The John H. Boner Neighborhood Centers (JBNC) is seeking a resilient, skilled, and proactive Maintenance Technician to help us keep our spaces safe, functional, and welcoming—from multifamily housing units to community gathering spaces and commercial properties.

This is more than a job. It’s an opportunity to serve our neighbors through craftsmanship, safety, and pride in quality work.

What You Can Expect

Working at JBNC means embracing a fast-paced, dynamic environment where no two days are the same. You’ll maintain and support a diverse property portfolio, including:

• Community & Residential Spaces: Legacy Center, New Life Manor, Union Apartments, and other multifamily housing
• Commercial Properties: Republic Building, Tebo Building, Art Hub, and more
• High-Use Facilities: Including our newest building, which presents unique safety challenges and an active environment

A Day in the Life

• Start your morning with a team huddle and review of daily work orders
• Tackle tasks such as changing out a water heater, repairing drywall, or fixing an electrical fault
• In the afternoon, support event setups or manage a landscaping crew while responding to service calls across town
• End your day by checking vehicle maintenance logs and prepping tools for tomorrow

Core Responsibilities

• General Maintenance: Complete unit turns, troubleshoot HVAC, plumbing, and electrical issues, repair appliances, patch drywall, and perform carpentry
• Emergency Response: Participate in a rotating on-call schedule for urgent after-hours repairs or weather-related emergencies
• Groundskeeping: Snow removal, lawn care, debris cleanup, and landscaping
• Event & Facility Support: Set up rooms for meetings, assist with furniture moves, and ensure shared spaces are ready for use
• Safety & Recordkeeping: Maintain daily logs and inspect tools, vehicles, and equipment

Skills Assessment Required

All applicants will complete a Maintenance Skills & Knowledge Assessment to demonstrate:

• Technical knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electrical circuits, and appliance repair
• Ability to troubleshoot common issues and apply safe repair practices
• Familiarity with drywall repair, toilet installation, switch wiring, and more
• Proficiency using essential tools (saws, drills, multimeters, pipe wrenches, etc.)
• A self-rating questionnaire covering core competencies (e.g., attention to detail, communication, task efficiency)

This ensures you—and we—know you’re ready to succeed in the field.

What You Bring

• Minimum 1 year of professional maintenance or trade experience
• Hands-on knowledge of building systems: HVAC, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and appliances
• Ability to work independently, problem-solve quickly, and multitask across properties
• Strong verbal and written communication, especially with tenants and team members
• Comfort working in high-stress or unpredictable environments
• Physical ability to lift 50+ lbs and work indoors/outdoors in all conditions
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation

Required Tool Kit

Candidates must supply their own tools, including (but not limited to): Cordless drill, socket set, wire strippers, voltage tester, utility knife, pliers, pipe wrench, caulking gun, hammer, screwdrivers, levels, saws, and PPE. A full tool checklist is included below.

Why JBNC?

We’re more than a nonprofit—we’re a movement rooted in equity and access. The work you do here helps us deliver critical housing, services, and resources to people who need them most. You’ll join a team that takes pride in its work, values your expertise, and supports your professional growth.

If you're ready to put your skills to work and make a real difference in your community, apply today.

Maintenance Technician Tool List

Don’t Have Every Tool? No Problem. If you have the skills and experience for this role but don’t yet own every tool on the list, we still encourage you to apply! We value practical know-how, a willingness to learn, and a strong work ethic—and we can support you in getting the right equipment over time.

Basic Hand Tools

· Screwdrivers (flathead & Phillips – multiple sizes)

· Hammer (claw & rubber mallet)

· Pliers (needle-nose, slip-joint, channel lock)

· Adjustable wrench (Crescent wrench)

· Socket Set

· Allen/hex key set (metric and SAE)

· Utility knife & extra blades

· Tape measure (at least 25 ft)

· Level (torpedo and standard)

· Pry bar/crowbar

· Putty knife (flexible and stiff)

· Caulking gun

· Tool bag or rolling toolbox

· Work gloves

Electrical Tools

· Voltage tester / multimeter

· Wire strippers

· Flashlight / headlamp

Plumbing Tools

· Pipe wrench (small and large)

· Basin wrench

· Adjustable pliers (Channellocks)

· Faucet seat wrench (optional)

· PVC cutter

· Copper Cutter

Carpentry / Repair Tools

· Cordless drill & drill bit set

· Stud finder

· Handsaw

· Drywall saw

JOB CODE: MT1