Maintenance Technician

Join Our Team at Native American Connections

Who We Are:

Native American Connections (NAC) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives of individuals and families through affordable housing, behavioral health, and community development services. For over 50 years, we have proudly served Native American and underserved communities in the Phoenix area with culturally competent, trauma-informed care grounded in respect and tradition.

Our Mission:

Our mission, grounded in traditional Native American culture, is to reduce health disparities by delivering high-quality, comprehensive integrated healthcare and providing stable housing throughout the communities we serve.

Why Work With Us?

When you join NAC, you're not just taking a job — you're becoming part of a movement. A movement that values cultural identity, honors resilience, and believes in the power of community. You'll work alongside passionate professionals who are committed to healing generational trauma, strengthening families, and building vibrant futures.

What We Do:

• Behavioral Health Services: Culturally responsive treatment for mental health and substance use disorders including outpatient therapy, residential programs, and youth services.
• Affordable Housing: Safe, stable, and supportive housing options — from transitional housing to permanent low-income housing.
• Community Development: Revitalizing neighborhoods and preserving Native heritage through community-based projects and education.

Our Values:

Health & Wellness | Quality | Accountability | Growth | Interconnectedness/Belonging | Community

Now Hiring:

We are seeking compassionate, mission-driven individuals to join our growing team across various departments including clinical services, housing support, youth engagement, and administrative leadership.

If you're passionate about social change, cultural advocacy, and serving diverse communities with dignity and care — NAC is the place for you.

Based in Phoenix, Arizona | 501(c)(3) Nonprofit Organization

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Maintenance Technician

Property: Urban Living on 2nd

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for assisting in carrying out the maintenance processes of the property, including corrective, preventative, routine, emergency, and cosmetic maintenance. The Maintenance Technician is also responsible for the make-ready process in a manner consistent with the property's operational objectives under the supervision of the Maintenance Supervisor.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform all general maintenance, repair and general upkeep of NAC facilities and equipment.
• Troubleshoot problems and take appropriate action.
• Control monthly budget on assigned properties.
• Prepare purchase requisitions, purchase materials at low cost, and obtain bids when necessary.
• Maintain inventory on all tools and supplies.
• Prepare turn-key on assigned apartments or rooms within time frame set by Director – usually 72 hours.
• Complete assigned maintenance requests within the time frame set by Director – usually 48 hours.
• Complete electronic work orders in a timely manner.
• Stay current on all applicable building codes and safety standards.
• Will be on-call on a rotation basis and respond to on-call emergencies.
• Other duties as assigned.

EDUCATIONAL/WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:

• High school diploma or GED required, AA preferred
• HVAC Certified and 2 years' experience in AC repair preferred
• Three (3) years of experience in appliance repair
• At least three (3) years of experience in apartment and/or general maintenance
• Must have a valid state driver's license with clean driving record and reliable transportation.

SKILLS REQUIREMENT:

• Demonstrated advanced skills in electrical, plumbing, drywall and carpentry repair and building maintenance and repairs
• Ability to function independently with minimal oversight
• Be able to effectively communicate and secure bids for repairs.
• Strong interpersonal skills with an ability to work effectively with a wide range of people, teams, managers, supervisors, and vendors.
• Demonstrate excellent written and oral communication skills, and customer service skills.
• Must demonstrate critical thinking, problem-solving, and organizational and time management skills.
• Possesses and maintains a valid Arizona driver's license, liability insurance and a dependable vehicle
• MS Office proficiency
• Ability to interact with individuals with physical and mental health challenges.
• Experience in working with the Native American population preferred
• Able to perform the physical functions listed below

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Able to stand, bend or kneel for long periods.
• Able to climb (ladders, etc.).
• Able to lift 60 lbs., or more.
• Able to reach above shoulder height.
• Able to crawl on any type of surface.
• Operate in an outdoor or maintenance shop environment

NATIVE AMERICAN PREFERENCE

Preference is given to qualified Native American applicants in accordance with the Indian Preference Act. If claiming a preference, a copy of valid documentation will be required.

DRUG FREE WORK PLACE

Native American Connections is a drug free workplace with safety-sensitive jobs. Use of alcohol and legal or illegal drugs may impair and alter employee's judgement resulting in increased safety risks, workplace injuries, and faulty decision making. Reporting to work at NAC after use of alcohol, a controlled substance, or abuse of any other substance is absolutely prohibited.

FAIR LABOR STANDARDS ACT

This position is considered to be Exempt for overtime pay provisions as provided by the Federal Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and any applicable state laws. Non-Exempt employees are entitled to overtime pay for hours worked in excess of forty (40) hours per work week.