Grounds Crew Member

Summary

The primary purpose of this position is to maintain the Authority’s housing sites and grounds by fulfilling work orders within specified time-frames. The incumbent receives assignments that include but are not limited to: carpentry, painting, electrics, plumbing, drywall, ground maintenance, and janitorial activities. This position periodically serves as worker on call for emergency calls during periods in which no one is scheduled to work, such as nights, weekends, and holidays.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The position duties and responsibilities listed below describe the general nature and scope of work. Other responsibilities, duties, and skills may be required and assigned, as needed.

• Receives work orders and fulfills specifications within indicated time-frames.
• Performs carpentry repairs to damaged walls, roofs, woodwork, floors, gutters and downspouts, garage doors, cabinets, interior and exterior doors, and other housing fixtures.
• Uses brushes, rollers, and related equipment to apply the required number of coats of paint, enamel, varnish, lacquer, or other protective or decorative material on a variety of surfaces.
• Repairs plaster, patches old plaster, and removes loose plaster in Authority properties.
• Assists in repair or replacement of wiring and parts for electrical outlets, switches, light fixtures, and breaker switches and fuses.
• Assists in repair or replacement of plumbing fixtures and fittings, including but not limited to: showers, faucets, drains, sewer lines, toilets, sinks, water heaters, and water pumps.
• Assists with installation and maintenance of HVAC equipment.
• Assists in repair, adjustment, or replacement of various appliances and equipment, including but not limited to: refrigerators, boiler systems, gas and electric stoves, furnaces, electric motors, vacuum cleaners, water heaters, smoke detectors, washers and dryers, air conditioners, and generators.
• Assists in inspections of occupied and vacated housing units; repairs and paints units as needed.
• Performs janitorial duties, including but not limited to: cleaning floors, restrooms, trash rooms, boiler rooms, halls, stairways, and sidewalks.
• Performs ground maintenance tasks, such as gardening and maintaining curb appeal.
• Conducts inventory of appliances, as requested, ensuring serial numbers coordinate with serial numbers on file.
• Checks and changes batteries in smoke detectors.
• Assists in turning vacant units.
• Perform lock-outs for residents as required.
• Removes bulk trash as required in accordance with HACA procedures.
• Maintains maintenance inventory and supplies.
• Valid Driver’s License is required
• Be available to be On-Call for HACA Weekend Events
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Education and/or Experience

High school diploma or GED equivalent and a minimum of six (6) months of experience in construction or building maintenance, or vocational training focusing in maintenance work such as grounds maintenance, carpentry, plumbing, and electrical repairs. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. Must possess a valid driver’s license and be insurable under the Authority’s plan. Preference will be given to persons with local experience, demonstrated ties to the Annapolis affordable housing or public housing communities.

Technical Skills

To perform this job successfully, the employee should be able to successfully operate a variety of applicable hand-held tools and devices. Must have the ability to read blueprints, plans, and specification, as well as repair manuals and instructional guides. Must have the ability to write service requests and maintenance and inspection reports. Must have the ability to learn other processes as required by assigned tasks.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. To perform this job successfully, the employee is frequently required to travel to and throughout various Authority properties to clean and maintain grounds. Daily movements include sitting; standing; reaching and grasping; moving about the properties; and attending onsite meetings and offsite meetings. The employee must be able to exchange information in person, in writing, and via telephone. The employee must occasionally transport up to 100 pounds.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Position generally works on Authority properties, which may cause the employee to experience a range in temperatures and other weather conditions. The noise level may be loud and the environment may be more hazardous than a standard office environment. This position may be required to work with contractors as well as Authority residents.

EEO Statement

The Housing Authority of the City of Annapolis ensures Equal Employment Opportunities for employees as required by federal and state orders and laws. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks. This job description is intended to accurately reflect the position activities and requirements. However, management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary. It is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with the position.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Landscape maintenance: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18