Maintenance Technician Assistant

Overview: Housing Hope is a leading nonprofit developer of affordable housing and provider of human services in Snohomish County and Camano Island. Our mission is to promote and provide affordable housing and tailored services to reduce homelessness and poverty.

The Maintenance Technician Assistant supports the Maintenance Technician Lead in the upkeep, repair, and general maintenance of Housing Hope facilities and properties. This position is designed as an entry‑level role for individuals interested in learning the property maintenance field through hands‑on experience, training, and mentorship.

Purpose: This role exists to provide hands‑on assistance with day‑to‑day maintenance activities while developing foundational skills in facilities and property maintenance. The Maintenance Technician Assistant enables the Lead to focus on higher‑level diagnostics, repairs, and vendor coordination by supporting physical, logistical, and routine maintenance tasks.

Essential Functions: include the following. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Maintenance & Facilities Support

• Assist the Maintenance Technician Lead with corrective, preventive, and routine maintenance tasks
• Support two‑person work such as lifting, carrying, ladder work, and equipment handling
• Perform basic repairs under direction (e.g., painting, patching, fixture replacement)
• Assist with light landscaping and grounds upkeep, including trash removal and debris cleanup
• Set up, break down, and clean work areas to maintain safe and organized job sites

Logistics & Support Tasks

• Pick up tools, parts, and supplies from vendors or the shop as needed
• Assist with organizing tools, equipment, and maintenance inventory
• Support the preparation of units, offices, and common areas for inspections, repairs, or events

Learning & Development

• Learn safe operation of hand and power tools under supervision
• Observe and assist with plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and general repair tasks
• Participate in training opportunities and follow established safety and work procedures

Safety & Compliance

• Follow all Housing Hope safety policies, including proper use of PPE
• Comply with WISHA, OSHA, and agency safety standards
• Promptly report safety concerns, incidents, or maintenance issues to the Lead

Other Duties

• Perform other related duties as assigned to support agency operations

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

• Frequently lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds; heavier items require team lifts or equipment 
• Regularly stand, walk, climb ladders, kneel, crouch, bend, and work in varied positions 
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors, including in varying weather conditions

Work Environment: Work is performed in occupied residential, office, and outdoor environments. The noise level may be moderate to loud at times. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Required Education & Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent 
• Interest in learning property or facilities maintenance 
• Ability to follow instructions and work collaboratively 
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation 
• Commitment to safety, reliability, and respectful workplace conduct

Preferred Qualifications:

• Entry‑level experience in maintenance, construction, landscaping, or related fields 
• Familiarity with basic tools 
• Prior volunteer, training, or apprenticeship experience

Core Competencies

• Team‑oriented and dependable
• Willingness to learn and accept feedback
• Attention to safety and detail
• Respectful communication with staff, residents, vendors, and supervisors
• Alignment with Housing Hope’s values of Respect, Integrity, Trust, Compassion, and Empathy

Housing Hope provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws

Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Housing Hope believes that each employee makes a significant contribution to our success. That contribution should not be limited by the assigned responsibilities. This position description is designed to outline primary duties, qualifications and job scope, but not limit our employees nor the organization to just the work identified. We expect that each employee will offer his/her services wherever and whenever necessary to ensure the success of the agency.