Trades Maintenance Worker I
Company: Housing Opportunity Com
Location: Olney
Posted on: February 19, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Trades Maintenance Worker I: The
Housing Opportunities Commission of Montgomery County (HOC) was
established in 1974 to better respond to the County’s need for
affordable housing. HOC is authorized to acquire, own, lease, and
operate housing; to provide for the construction or renovation of
housing; obtain financial assistance from any public or private
source to assist its housing activities; and arrange for social
services, resident services, and daycare. Job Description: The
Trades Maintenance Worker, Level I or II position is responsible
for performing all levels of apartment maintenance to include
electrical, plumbing, carpentry, appliance repair, exterior upkeep
and HVAC on neighboring properties. Will rehab vacant units,
perform preventative maintenance on units/systems and
troubleshoot/repair air conditioning units and furnaces. Must be
willing to work outdoors for long periods of time and perform
on-call duties at night and on weekends. Example of Duties: Perform
basic troubleshooting and repairs to heating and air conditioning
equipment. Correct electrical, plumbing, carpentry, appliance and
minor structural problems under general supervision. Maintain
supplies and parts for building. Keep tools and supplies in good
working order. Assist with rehab of vacant units. Clean or replace
air filters on a scheduled basis. Assist all staff in security of
building. On-call duty to provide coverage for emergency
maintenance service at specific properties May be assigned on a
rotating basis. Perform other related duties as assigned. Minimum
Qualifications Trades Maintenance Worker I: Requires one year of
building/housing maintenance experience or recent Certification in
Apartment Maintenance from a recognized College, Trades School or
equivalent institution. Applicant must pass an HOC administered
written Maintenance Skill Assessment Test (Level I). Education:
High School graduation or equivalent. At least two years of
experience with building/ housing maintenance (this is an
entry-level position). At least one year of maintenance experience
or technical training. This position is open to individuals coming
out of technical schools Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Basic
HVAC skills and the ability to determine when service is needed.
Plumbing, carpentry and electrical skills. Strong English
communication skills, both verbal and written. Ability to
understand and follow oral and written instructions. Ability to
deal tactfully, effectively and courteously with the general
public. Ability to use and care for tools, material and equipment.
Ability to prepare and maintain simple records. Ability to
frequently lift and carry 50-100 lbs. weight Available for weekend
work, on-call duties, and after-hours emergency service requests,
24 hours per day, 7 days per week as scheduled. Must possess a
valid motor vehicle operator’s license and driving record.
Possession of a medical examiner’s certificate in accordance with
Maryland State Commercial Driver’s license requirements when
required for job duties. CFC Type I & II preferred. Must have a
valid driver's license, good driving record, and own transportation
required. * Grade 15 - Min: $49,588 / Mid: $64,361 / Max: $79,133 |
Salary determined by departmental budget - Offer commensurate with
experience. HOC is an equal opportunity employer committed to
diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants
will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex,
race, color, age, national origin, religion, disability, genetic
information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity,
gender reassignment, citizenship, immigration status, protected
veteran status, or any other basis prohibited under applicable
federal, state or local law. HOC promotes a drug-free workplace.
HOC conducts criminal background checks, employment reference
checks, and where applicable, reviews driving records in
determining suitability for employment. Selected applicants will be
required to submit to pre-employment drug and alcohol screening.
Employment is contingent upon drug and alcohol test results.
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