What are the responsibilities and job description for the Property Maintenance Aide position at Stark Metropolitan Housing Authority?
Job Title: Property Maintenance Aide
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Pay: $21.56. After 6 Months of Service, the rate will increase to $22.69
Full-Time: M-F 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Included Benefits
General Purpose:
The primary objective of this position is to perform a variety of general unskilled and semi-skilled maintenance, cleaning, painting, and repair functions to housing units. This position helps ensure properties are physically maintained and are following all HUD regulatory requirements.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
The below statements are intended to describe the general nature and scope of work being performed in this position. This is not a complete listing of all responsibilities, duties, and/or skills required. Other duties may be assigned.
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Pay: $21.56. After 6 Months of Service, the rate will increase to $22.69
Full-Time: M-F 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Included Benefits
- OPERS Pension Plan
- Excellent Medical, Dental, and Vision
- 13 Annual Paid Holidays
- 2 Weeks Paid Vacation
- Accrued Sick Time (accrual begins on your first day of employment)
General Purpose:
The primary objective of this position is to perform a variety of general unskilled and semi-skilled maintenance, cleaning, painting, and repair functions to housing units. This position helps ensure properties are physically maintained and are following all HUD regulatory requirements.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
The below statements are intended to describe the general nature and scope of work being performed in this position. This is not a complete listing of all responsibilities, duties, and/or skills required. Other duties may be assigned.
- Assists in the preparation of vacant housing units for occupancy by cleaning and making necessary repairs within an average of 21 days or less.
- Installs, and/or repairs vanities, handrails, countertops, cabinets, doors, windows, screens, smoke detectors, flooring, roofing, etc.
- Performs routine electrical work; makes repairs to or replaces switches, outlets, light fixtures, wiring, etc.
- Be available to work on-call and carry the phone as required.
- Prepares and paints housing units using common painting equipment and instruments including roller, paintbrush, sprayer, ladder, etc.
- Shampoos carpets, mops, wax floors, and performs general cleaning, etc.
- Makes repairs to or replaces toilets, faucets, hot water tanks, etc., caulks windows, tubs, and sinks.
- Remove trash, carpeting, graffiti, etc.
- Makes routine repairs to drywall and plaster to repair holes, dents, etc.
- Performs routine plumbing work; repairs plumbing leaks in pipes, sinks, etc.; cleans and unclogs plumbing and sewer stoppages; cuts and replaces piping.
- Makes routine repairs to or replaces gas valves, blowers, thermostats, thermocouples, filters, and other mechanical components and parts to heating and air conditioning units; performs routine maintenance and repairs to appliances such as refrigerators, stoves, furnaces, etc.; checks for gas leaks.
- Performs Preventative maintenance on properties.
- Respond to service calls as well as assist Property Maintenance Technicians. Independently responds to emergency work orders within 24 hours.
- Cleans gutters, maintain grounds, etc. as required.
- Repairs and replaces locks.
- Boards up and secures housing units, as necessary.
- Picks up and transports work materials, tools, and equipment to the job site using an agency vehicle.
- Operates various hand and power tools and equipment related to electrical, plumbing, carpentry, painting, and general maintenance and repair work including drill, screw gun, circular saw, saber saw, screwdriver, hammer, mop, vacuum sweeper, sewer machine, dry vac, wrench, pliers, putty knife, jig saw, etc.; uses various cleaning materials and solutions to sanitize and clean the interior of housing units including appliances; maintains such tools and equipment in proper working condition.
- Receives work orders and general instructions related to the tasks to be performed. Completes tech notes in the electronic work order. Evaluates condition and/or repair and/or replacement needs and determine the appropriate sequence, methods, and procedures necessary to complete the work. Estimate and secure adequate materials, supplies, tools, and equipment to complete work assignments. Completes time sheets and other work records.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Job Competencies:
Broad knowledge of and skill and experience in applying methods, sequences, materials, procedures, trade practices, and techniques used to maintain and repair the interior systems, structures, fixtures, and appurtenances of housing units; skill and experience in the use of various power and hand tools and equipment necessary to complete the work; basic knowledge of and skill and experience in applying plumbing, carpentry, plastering, painting, custodial, and general building maintenance and repair methods, materials, techniques, and trade practices; basic knowledge of and skill and experience in repairing common housing appliances.
Knowledge of and ability to conform to common work practices, policies, procedures, etc., and work independently; ability to read, write, and communicate effectively; ability to comprehend, interpret, and follow written and oral instructions, directions, etc. and complete the work to desired specifications and quality standards; ability to work well with others and function as a member of a crew; knowledge of and ability to organize and plan the sequence of tasks necessary to complete job assignments; ability to identify and evaluate repair and material needs, and solve work-related problems; possession of a valid Ohio Driver’s License, a good driving record and insurability.
Education, Experience, and Certifications:
High School diploma or equivalent required. Experience in skilled maintenance; or any equivalent combination of education, experience, and training, which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
Behavioral Competencies:
- Commitment: Sets high standards of performance; pursues aggressive goals and works hard/smart to achieve them; strives for results and success; conveys a sense of urgency and brings issues to closure; persists despite obstacles and opposition.
- Customer Service: Meets/exceeds the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers; identifies, understands, monitors, and measures the needs of both internal and external customers; talks and acts with customers in mind. Recognizes working colleagues as customers.
- Effective Communication: Ensures important information is passed to those who need to know; conveys necessary information clearly and effectively orally or in writing. Demonstrates attention to, and conveys an understanding of, the comments and questions of others; listens effectively.
- Responsiveness and Accountability: Demonstrates a high level of conscientiousness; holds oneself personally responsible for one's work; does a fair share of work.
- Leadership: Provides direction by clearly and effectively setting a course of action for department and subordinates; manages performance by providing regular feedback and reinforcement to subordinates.
Physical Requirements:
- The position requires moderate to heavy physical exertion. This position requires standing, bending, stooping, climbing, crouching, reaching, pushing/pulling up to 100 lbs., and lifting to 50 lbs.
Working Conditions:
- Working indoors and outdoors. Potential exposure to hazardous conditions at times. Working in moderate to severe temperature or weather conditions. The environment may produce excessive loud noise at times.
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