Assistant Maintenance Technician

Community Roots Housing•Seattle, WA

12d•$23 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Maintenance Technician works with our maintenance team and provides assistance in their normal work routine. The team performs maintenance activities to protect the physical integrity of our structures and property. Our Maintenance Technicians are provided with a service van, tools, and travel to CRH managed properties. The technician performs inspections, troubleshooting, purchasing of parts and materials. This position ensures that turnover of apartments and repair requests are completed in a timely and thorough manner. The Assistant Maintenance Technician will be expected to learn on the job, work towards becoming confident in the position, follow directions, and complete all required training.

Requirements

1 year experience working in one of the following: Apartment/Facilities Maintenance, in a related field making repairs, or training in construction, building maintenance, or installation of building components/fixtures.
Ability to safely operate hand and power tools and other generally accepted maintenance equipment.
Ability to work both independently and as a productive member of a team.
Ability to keep accurate records and perform basic mathematical computations.
Ability to follow instructions accurately and to problem solve effectively.
Ability to master tasks after a brief period of instruction.
Ability to work effectively with people of diverse personalities, cultures, and communication styles.
Excellent customer service skills.
Valid Washington State driver license, clean driving record, and insurable.
Ability to safely operate a motor vehicle including a service van.
Ability to speak, read, and write standard business English.
High School Diploma or GED.
Basic computer skills with MS Office are required: Excel, Word, Outlook.

Nice To Haves

Experience and ability to perform one or more of the following: plumbing, electrical, carpentry, wall repair & painting, appliance repair.
Training in lead-based paint, asbestos, hazardous materials, MSDS, and PPE.
Safety training in lifting, ladders, and power tools.
Property management experience with Landlord Tenant laws and Fair Housing.

Responsibilities

Travel to properties and suppliers to complete repairs.
Organize time efficiency, prioritize tasks, handling interruptions.
Perform tasks in a self-directed manner with moderate supervision.
Troubleshoot issues, plan repairs, and communicate required actions.
Assure Safety Standards, guidelines, codes, and regulations are followed.
Adhere to Seattle and Washington State Landlord Tenant law, Fair Housing, and ADA.
Ensure timely turnover of vacant apartments.
Assist with preventative maintenance tasks.
Accurately report activities and supplies needed.
Coordinate with staff and residents in the efficient, proper maintenance and repair of the buildings.
Maintain professional appearance and comply with prescribed uniform.
Maintain in good working order all CRH equipment, tools, motor vehicles(s), etc.
Securely store tools, equipment, parts, and materials in designated area.
Maintain all work areas in a clean and safe condition.
Follow company policies and procedures.
Notify Maintenance Manager and/or Portfolio Manager of any unsafe or potentially unsafe or hazardous condition(s) immediately
Take active role in your training and development needs.
Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical HMO, Dental and Vision is free for employee only coverage with Medical PPO buy up available
Accrual of 22 days of PTO in your first year of employment
13 paid holidays
2 personal days
Sick Time
ORCA regional business passport
Employer paid basic life insurance and disability insurance
SupportLinc employee assistance program
Medical Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Dependent Care FSA
Retirement: employee contribution through the Department of Retirement Systems Deferred Compensation Program, employer contribution of 2% annually through Fidelity SEP IRA