Missoula Housing Authority (MHA)
MHA is the largest public housing authority in Montana and is recognized as a progressive, forward-thinking agency that creatively implements services and uses innovative development financing. MHA believes access to attainable homes for everyone is a community responsibility and a basic human right. Since 1978, MHA has worked every day to create as many housing options as possible for our community.
MHA’s mission is brought to life by 50 employees and contractors who work with an $30M budget and oversee $70M in assets in the Missoula area. MHA is recognized by Missoula Job Service Employers’ Council Small Business 2025 Employer of the year.
The Opportunity
As a Maintenance Technician, you'll help keep MHA properties safe, functional, and well-maintained. You'll perform repairs, preventative maintenance, inspections, and property upkeep that support quality affordable housing throughout Missoula.
What You'll Do
- Complete work orders, preventative maintenance, and special projects
- Repair plumbing, appliances, electrical fixtures, drywall, flooring, doors, windows, and other building systems
- Paint, perform minor concrete and masonry repairs, and maintain boilers and furnaces
- Prepare units for new residents, including turnovers and cleaning support
- Perform landscaping, lawn care, and snow removal
- Conduct property inspections and identify maintenance concerns
- Maintain tools, vehicles, equipment, inventory, and work order records
- Work with contractors and team members to complete projects
- Participate in the after-hours on-call rotation (approximately 4-5 times per year)
What You'll Bring
- Experience in residential, commercial, property, or general maintenance
- Knowledge of plumbing, carpentry, painting, appliance repair, and basic electrical systems
- Strong troubleshooting, organization, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Commitment to safety, quality workmanship, and customer service
- Comfort using smartphones, computers, and maintenance software
- Ability to perform physical work indoors and outdoors in varying conditions
- Valid driver's license
Why Join Us?
- Help provide safe, quality housing in Missoula
- Work for a mission-driven, award-winning organization
- Join a supportive and collaborative team
- Build skills through diverse, hands-on work
Work Environment & Physical Demands
- Work at residential properties, maintenance facilities, and outdoor sites throughout Missoula
- Regularly use tools, equipment, vehicles, and machinery
- Frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, climbing, and lifting up to 50 pounds
- Work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions
- Interact regularly with residents, contractors, vendors, and coworkers
- Participate in an after-hours emergency on-call rotation
- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions
Benefits
Salary: $23-26/hr
· The listed salary range reflects a starting point for this position. Final compensation will be determined based on experience, skills, and overall fit, with opportunities for growth over time.
Retirement: 7% employer contribution w/optional employee contribution
Additional Benefits
- Parental leave and workplace accommodations
- Cost-of-living salary adjustments
- PLSF Student Loan Forgiveness after 120 payments
- Professional development, including ongoing learning and credentialing support
Health, Dental & Vision Insurance: MHA covers 70% of premiums
Life & Disability Insurance: Employer-paid life, short-term disability, long-term disability, and AD&D
Paid Time Off
- 15 days of vacation (increases after 3 years)
- 12 days of sick leave
- 11–12 paid holidays
- 3 days of bereavement leave
Equal Opportunity Employer
MHA is committed to creating an inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, including those with lived experience of housing instability. MHA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status.
Pay: $23.00 - $26.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Do you have reliable transportation?
License/Certification:
- Drivers License (Required)
Work Location: In person
