Maintenance Tech I - Bellingham Whatcom County Housing Authority

JOB SUMMARY:

This position is chiefly responsible for skillfully maintaining BHA properties, preserving the asset, enhancing the livability for residents, and ensuring BHA continues to have quality affordable housing opportunities to offer.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

The Maintenance Technician I is capable of performing all of the following duties but will be primarily responsible for those assigned to them. The duties of staff in this position may vary in an effort to balance workloads, maximize individual strengths, and provide opportunity for personal and department growth and effectiveness. The essential job functions are not to be considered a detailed description of every duty allocated to this classification but rather an illustration of the more typical functions.

1. Performs basic building system repair, maintenance and carpentry of all building systems such as cabinets and counters, flooring, drywall, ceilings, roofing, trim, doors, windows, paint/varnish, foundations, crawl spaces and drive/walkways. Replaces filters, thermostats, valves, and motors.

2. Performs vacant unit restoration/renovation. Demolishes items to be replaced and removes trash. Performs plumbing, electrical work, paint preparation and wall painting. Maintains floors, carpentry, and windows. Installs carpet and vinyl flooring.

3. Performs basic plumbing maintenance and repair to bathrooms, kitchens, sprinklers, hot water systems, heating systems, clogged drains, toilets, faucets, and thermostats.

4. Performs basic electrical repair and maintenance to equipment, appliances, telephone, and cable. Repairs and replaces plugs, switches, elements/controls, phone jacks, receptacles, TV/cable receptacles.

5. Performs unit inspections accurately applying applicable program inspection standards.

6. Performs routine maintenance of heating, cooling and exhaust systems.

7. Applies appropriate pesticides and controls for insects, rodents, and birds.

8. May assist in the removal, cleaning and restoration of biohazards and environmental contaminants.

9. Assists in performing repair troubleshooting/diagnosis. Assists in assessing repairs needed and determining the best remedy.

10. Assists in the requisition of replacement parts and supplies inventories.

11. Performs after-hours on-call duties as needed.

12. Communicates with contractors and vendors at the assignment of the Maintenance Manager or Maintenance Technician III.

13. Performs appliance pick-up and delivery.

14. Removes, disposes and delivers trash, furniture and other items to refuse location as needed.

15. Provides building services support, as assigned, including trash collection, maintaining/cleaning common areas and building facilities, and vacant unit cleaning.

16. Performs other duties as assigned.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND EQUIPMENT USED:

This position works at various Housing Authority properties. Work is performed both indoors and on the grounds. The incumbent is exposed to construction site hazards and inclement weather.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to complete work orders in a timely and efficient manner.

• Ability to use computers and applicable software.

• Ability to climb, crawl, and work at roof level heights while performing basic construction tasks.

• Knowledge of fall protection/safety practices.

• Knowledge of standard construction and maintenance practices, including ability to complete facility/house repairs.

• Ability to read, write, understand the English language, follow and understand oral and written instructions.

• Ability to read and interpret appliance service manuals.

• Ability to work effectively with and around a wide range of people.

• Ability to operate a forklift.

• Ability to successfully tow and back up a trailer.

• Working knowledge of pest control techniques.

• Ability to recognize and guard against unsanitary conditions and hazards, including removal and disposal of biohazards and environmental contaminants. Performs assigned work in a safe manner.

• Maintain dependable, punctual attendance.

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. required and one year of trade school in areas of mechanical repairs, carpentry, electrical and plumbing. Education may be substituted for up to one year of work experience.

• Two years of maintenance work experience is required. Also, experience using equipment such as a variety of hand construction and repair tools and equipment, including saws (hand and power), drills, plumbing tools, electrical tools, sanders, and ladders.

Licenses or Certificates

• Must possess valid Washington State Motor Vehicle Operator's License and an acceptable driving record (according to BHA standards).

• Must acquire State of Washington Department of Labor and Industries Basic First Aid Card and CPR certification within one year of employment.

• State Pesticide Applicator’s License highly desirable.

• OSHA HAZWOPWER certificate highly desirable.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Physical

The position requires the incumbent to drive from site to site, lift construction materials, perform repetitive, heavy labor, climb, walk, stand, crawl, and stoop. Must be able to list 50lbs routinely and 75 lbs with assistance.

Mental

Ability to diagnose basic maintenance problems and identify solutions.

The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions of this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required and the scope of responsibility but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods or otherwise to balance the workload. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $51,610.00 - $67,961.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Maintenance: 2 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: Multiple locations

Salary : $51,610 - $67,961