Maintenance Worker - Full Time

Join a Team That Makes a Difference!

Looking for a hands-on maintenance position with a consistent weekday schedule? At Maine Veterans’ Homes (MVH), you’ll use your skills to help maintain a safe, comfortable, and welcoming environment for the Veterans we are honored to serve.

We’re looking for a dependable, skilled, and motivated Maintenance Worker who enjoys problem-solving, tackling a variety of projects, and being part of a team that makes a difference.

Schedule:

• Full-time, 40 hours per week
• Monday–Friday
• Participation in a rotating on-call schedule

Why Work at Maine Veterans’ Homes?

At MVH, you’re more than an employee — you’re part of a mission-driven team dedicated to Caring for Those Who Served.

What We Offer:

• Meaningful Work: Make a daily difference in the lives of Veterans and their families.
• Competitive Pay: Compensation based on experience and qualifications.
• Retirement Benefits: MainePERS retirement benefits.
• Paid Time Off: Time to rest, recharge, and enjoy life outside of work.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Support for continued education and professional growth.
• Employee Referral Program: Earn rewards for referring qualified candidates.
• On-Demand Pay Access: Access your earned wages when you need them through Tapcheck.
• A Mission-Driven Team: Work alongside people who care about their work, their teammates, and the Veterans we serve.

What You’ll Do

As a Maintenance Worker, you’ll help keep our building, equipment, and outdoor spaces safe, clean, functional, and well-maintained.

• Building Maintenance and Repairs: Perform basic repairs involving plumbing, carpentry, painting, plastering, masonry, mechanical systems, and basic electrical work that does not require a license.
• Groundskeeping and Landscaping: Mow, trim, rake, sweep, plant, shovel snow, plow, sand walkways, and maintain parking areas and driveways as needed.
• General Facility Support: Replace light bulbs, repair and move furniture, move equipment, maintain supplies, and assist with general custodial tasks.
• Room and Event Setup: Arrange tables, chairs, audio/video equipment, and other items for meetings and functions, then return spaces to their normal condition.
• Safety and Documentation: Follow established procedures and safety requirements, use equipment and cleaning products properly, and complete required paperwork accurately.
• On-Call Support: Respond to urgent maintenance or facility issues outside regular working hours as required by the rotating on-call schedule.
• Teamwork: Perform other related duties as assigned to support the maintenance team and the overall operation of the Home.

What We’re Looking For

• At least one year of experience, education, or training in general maintenance, repairs, groundskeeping, or custodial work.
• A current and valid State of Maine driver’s license.
• Familiarity with maintenance tools, landscaping equipment, and safe work practices.
• An understanding of workplace safety requirements and the importance of maintaining a safe environment.
• The ability to perform a variety of hands-on tasks, follow instructions, and work independently and as part of a team.
• Dependability, attention to detail, and a willingness to pitch in wherever needed.
• Experience in a nursing home, healthcare, or similar facility is helpful but not required.

Make Your Skills Matter

At Maine Veterans’ Homes, the work you do behind the scenes helps create a safe, comfortable, and welcoming place for those who served our country. Bring your maintenance skills to a team where your contributions matter.

Apply today and become part of the Maine Veterans’ Homes team!