Trades Maintenance Worker II
Company: Housing Opportunity Com
Location: Gaithersburg
Posted on: January 21, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Trades Maintenance Worker II 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 II 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 and perform on-call duties at night and
on weekends. Example of Duties: Responsible for apartment
maintenance, including electrical, plumbing, carpentry as well as
appliance repair and exterior upkeep. Responsible for
rehabilitating vacant units for new tenants. Conduct preventative
maintenance on HVAC units and systems. Working outdoors for long
periods of hours. Willing to perform on-call duties at night as
well as weekends. Minimum Qualifications: Experience: At least
three years of experience in building or housing maintenance.
Education: Requires a High School diploma or equivalent experience.
Applicant must pass both a written Maintenance Skill Assessment
Test (Level II) and a hands-on demonstration of necessary skills.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Must have working knowledge of
appliance repair, lock replacement, HVAC, plumbing, carpentry and
electrical skills consistent with level I or Level II designation.
Must be able to speak, read, and write English. Must have ability
to deal tactfully, effectively, and courteously with the public and
co-workers. Must have the ability to work independently or as part
of a team and follow oral and written instructions. Requires the
ability to keep simple records. Must have the ability to use and
care for tools and equipment. Must have the ability to carry,
extend (min. 12 ft. extension ladder), and climb ladders in order
to repair the roof, gutters, and downspouts. Must be able to lift
heavy objects (50 – 100 lbs.) Able to install electrical fixtures,
toilets, sinks, etc. CFC Type I &II certification required or
the ability to obtain the certificate within six months of hire.
Willingness to share on-call duty for emergency maintenance is
necessary. Must have a valid driver's license, good driving record,
and own transportation required. * Salary Range: Grade 17- Min:
$53,482 - Mid: $69,872 Max: $86,263 | 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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