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Maintenance Technician

The Samaritan Inn

Job Location:

McKinney, TX - USA

Hourly Salary: $ 20 - 24

Posted: 17 July 2026 (30+ days ago)

Application Deadline: 19 November 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

The Samaritan Inn is a comprehensive housing stability program that supports individuals in realizing dignity and gaining independence.

Position Description

Position Title: Maintenance Technician

Reports to: Maintenance Manager

Pay Rate: $20 - $24 per hour

This is a full-time non-exempt position. Compensation is commensurate with experience and aligned with the organizations salary structure and budget.

About the Organization:

The Samaritan Inn was founded in 1984 as a 10-bed single mens homeless shelter. Since then it has grown to become one of the largest shelters for our unhoused neighbors in North Texas. We serve single men women and families with the capacity to serve up to 226 residents. We ensure housing stability through prevention access and comprehensive support affirming dignity strengthening independence and cultivating a community rooted in care.

Summary of the Job:

The Maintenance employee supports the day-to-day upkeep and cleanliness of The Samaritan Inns facilities and grounds including the shelter thrift store Gateway Apartments and vehicle fleet. This hands-on role involves routine maintenance landscaping and light repairs while also helping to transport and manage donations. The Maintenance employee collaborates with staff volunteers program participants and vendors to maintain a safe functional and welcoming environment.

The ideal candidate is a team player with strong communication skills attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects independently. A commitment to cost efficiency community service and respect for volunteers is essential to success in this role.

Essential Functions:

Perform general maintenance and repairs across all facilities (shelter thrift store Gateway Apartments) including light electrical plumbing painting drywall carpentry and make-ready tasks.
Maintain the cleanliness and functionality of exterior grounds including mowing edging and landscaping at all locations.
Respond to maintenance emergencies promptly and assist in planning for long-term facilities upkeep and repair projects.
Coordinate with staff program participants and volunteers to complete facility-related tasks and ensure a clean safe and welcoming environment.
Assist in managing the organizations vehicle fleet including routine service scheduling repairs and transporting items as needed.
Support donation logistics including organizing bins transporting items to the thrift store coordinating drivers and distributing excess donations appropriately.
Track and prioritize maintenance needs in collaboration with the Director of Operations while managing time effectively to meet multiple deadlines.
Operate tools and equipment safely and effectively including lawnmowers weed eaters drills chainsaws and other power tools.
Maintain cost efficiency and work within budget ensuring materials and resources are used responsibly.
Model professional behavior and respectful communication especially in interactions with volunteers clients and vendors.

Required Education & Experience:

High school diploma or equivalent.
Minimum of one year of experience in general maintenance.
Working knowledge of basic repair methods in plumbing electrical drywall painting and carpentry.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience working in residential nonprofit or shelter environments.
Experience with vehicle or fleet maintenance.

Core Competencies / Soft Skills:

Ability to communicate clearly and courteously with a wide range of individuals.
Team player who can also work independently and prioritize tasks effectively.
Strong attention to detail and time management skills.
Sensitivity to client needs and commitment to The Samaritan Inns mission.
Respectful and professional interaction with volunteers and staff.

Compensation & Benefits:

The Samaritan Inn provides a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance retirement account and paid time off.

Work Environment:

Regular exposure to indoor and outdoor conditions including extreme heat or cold.
Frequent standing bending lifting and manual labor; must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. with or without reasonable accommodation as needed.
Use of standard maintenance equipment and power tools (e.g. lawnmower weed eater chainsaw drills shop-vac).
May require flexible hours based on facility or fleet needs.

Disclaimer and Equal Opportunity Statement:

The Samaritan Inn has made every effort to accurately and thoroughly describe this position. However The Samaritan Inn reserves the right to modify add or remove duties at its sole discretion at any time with or without prior notice. This job description does not imply that these are the only duties essential or otherwise to be performed by the employee in this role. It is not an employment contract implied or otherwise and employment remains at will.

Job requirements and responsibilities are subject to change to reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities.

The Samaritan Inn is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity of thought and experience. We do not discriminate based on race color religion sex (including pregnancy sexual orientation or gender identity) national origin age disability genetic information veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities in the application and employment process. If you require assistance or accommodation due to a disability please contact .

All offers of employment at The Samaritan Inn are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and reference checks.

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