MAINTENANCE MECHANIC

The Maintenance Mechanic performs a variety of commercial repair and maintenance activities, to include electrical systems and appliances, plumbing, and heating / air conditioning systems. Work also scheduling and coordinating follow up work, maintaining supply inventories. Employees in this job class commonly use tools such as wrenches, screw drivers, ladders, and multimeters to complete their daily tasks. Work assignments are received through work orders, observation, meetings, and verbally. Work may be reviewed for fulfillment of program objectives and for conformance with policy and practice.

• Performs maintenance tasks including electrical, plumbing, carpentry, general repair, vacancy preparation, preventive maintenance, and related disciplines.
• Performs specialized tasks based on abilities that may include HVAC repair, electrical repair, plumbing repair, or upper-level carpentry tasks. Also, may provide instruction to other staff members.
• Manages and organizes assigned work orders efficiently. Ensures that all work orders are completed and closed in a timely manner.
• Recommends the referral of work to contractors, when appropriate. This may include grounds maintenance, painting, cleaning, vacancy preparation, pest control, or equipment maintenance.
• Recommends the assessment of charges to resident accounts for work outside of normal wear and tear in accordance with the dwelling lease.
• Supports the Maintenance Supervisor or Director of Facilities in the management, receipt, and completion of all work orders. Ensures the completion of Emergency Work Orders within 24 hours and the timely management and completion of all other work orders received.
• Supports the Maintenance Supervisor or Director of Facilities in the vacant unit turnaround function and ensures that units are ready for re-occupancy as quickly as possible. Performs physical work related to vacancy preparation.
• Requisitions appropriate parts and materials for assigned work in accordance with the Authority’s procurement policy and / or materials management procedures. Documents the use of parts and materials on work orders.
• Provides input for needed capital improvements on the assigned properties including items that are recurring in work orders, as requested.
• Represents the Authority daily on the site in accordance with established policies and procedures. Ensures that the Authority’s interests are always protected and communicates any issues to the Maintenance Supervisor or Director of Facilities.
• Attends technical training sessions to ensure proficiency in the applicable trades.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

CRITICAL KNOWLEDGE :

PERFORMANCE STANDARDS

Performance standards are provided to help facilitate the periodic evaluation of the degree to which the employee meets the requirements of the job. The performance standards below represent examples and are in no way all-inclusive. The Authority reserves the right to add or change performance standards through a modification of the position description, a supplemental performance evaluation tool, or written or verbal communication between the employee and their supervisor or the PHA Executive Director. Achieving the performance standards in no way guarantees a change in compensation and does not supersede or affect the

at-will relationship between the employer and employee. Examples of performance standards for this position include, but are not limited to, the following :

MINIMUM EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND / OR EXPERIENCE

This position requires graduation from an accredited high school with a degree and certification in a related trade as required for the assignment; a minimum of three years of experience maintaining multifamily rental property; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides the required knowledge and abilities.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

This position requires a certification for at least two of the following :

CRITICAL REQUIREMENTS

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

This position is required to work in less-than-ideal conditions, including noise, high-traffic areas, rough terrain, and undeveloped areas. Job involves physical exertion required for sustained periods of moderate physical exertion required for occasional prolonged periods of lifting, carrying, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, balancing, and climbing. The incumbent must have the ability to access all portions of their assigned site during normal operation and during active construction or modernization. The incumbent must access all areas of a property including the attic, basement, or crawl space and must be able to work / inspect in wet, damp, hot, cold, or dusty places. Must be able to work while standing for extended periods of time. Must be able to lift and move up to 65 pounds without assistance.

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