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Housing Development Corporation MidAtlantic (HDC) is currently seeking a Part-time (24 hours per week) Maintenance Technician for our Denney Reyburn (West Chester, PA) locations.

At HDC MidAtlantic, we believe everyone deserves a safe, welcoming, and affordable place to call home—and we’re committed to making that a reality every day.

When you join HDC, you’re not just taking a job—you’re becoming part of a mission-driven organization where your work has a direct and meaningful impact on people’s lives. Every role contributes to housing stability, stronger communities, and opportunities for residents to thrive.

Since 1971, we’ve been trusted developers, property managers, and community partners, working alongside our neighbors to create real change. Today, we own and/or manage over 3,300 apartments across Pennsylvania, Delaware, and Maryland, serving nearly 4,500 residents including seniors, families, and individuals living with disabilities.

At HDC, you’ll be part of a team that values excellence, equity, collaboration, community, and integrity. We invest in our people, support growth and development, and empower our employees to make a difference—both in our communities and within the organization.

If you’re looking for work that is meaningful, people-centered, and connected to a greater purpose, you’ll find it here.

• Employee Assistance Program

• Student Loan Reimbursement (Eligible Non-Profit Employees)

• Employee Housing Opportunities

• Paid & Subsidized Professional Development

• Quarterly Incentive Performance Bonus

Position Summary:

The Maintenance Technician I plays a vital role in delivering safe, high-quality, and welcoming homes for residents across HDC MidAtlantic’s affordable housing communities. This position is responsible for the day-to-day maintenance, repair, and readiness of assigned properties while contributing to a consistent, resident-centered experience across the portfolio.

Working under the direction of the Community Manager, the Maintenance Technician I ensures that communities meet HDC’s standards for safety, curb appeal, and operational performance. This role reflects HDC’s commitment to housing stability and dignity by delivering responsive, reliable, and trauma-informed maintenance service that residents can trust.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

The following statements reflect the general duties, responsibilities and competencies considered necessary to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the job. HDC may change the specific job duties with or without prior notice based on the needs of the organization.

Resident Experience

• Serve as a responsive, respectful, and professional point of contact for residents’ maintenance needs, delivering service aligned with HDC’s Core Values. 
• Communicate clearly and courteously with residents regarding unit entry, scheduling, and completion of work orders. 
• Complete work orders promptly and efficiently (within 24 hours for emergency and 3 days for non-emergency), ensuring high-quality outcomes and resident satisfaction. 
• Approach all resident interactions using a trauma-informed and solutions-oriented mindset. 
• Deliver service that contributes to achieving 85% resident satisfaction, ensuring maintenance interactions are timely, and that residents are treated with dignity and respect, and aligned with HDC’s values and standards of excellence.
• Participate in on-call rotation and respond to emergency maintenance needs in a timely and professional manner.

Property Standards

• Maintain the physical condition of the community in alignment with HDC’s maintenance standards, safety protocols, and expectations for cleanliness and curb appeal. 
• Responsible for preventive maintenance activities to reduce emergency repairs, extend asset life, and support long-term property performance including routine inspections to identify maintenance needs, safety concerns, and potential risks.
• Ensure all work performed meets HDC quality standards and contributes to consistent property conditions across the portfolio.

Unit Turnovers 

• Prepare vacant units for occupancy by completing inspections, repairs, and make-ready activities within established timelines (Full time Tech – 8 days/ Part time tech 14 days). 
• Collaborate with the Community Manager to prioritize uni