Maintenance Laborer

CIty of Everett Housing Authority•Everett, WA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Everett Housing Authority has an immediate opening for a Maintenance Laborer. This position will work a Tuesday through Saturday schedule at various EHA properties. This position plays a critical role in the maintenance department and assists Senior Maintenance Specialists or Maintenance Specialists in performing the day-to-day maintenance work of assigned properties. Such work will include the performance of custodial duties, unit turns, curb appeal, pest control, and basic repairs in carpentry, plumbing, or low voltage electrical work. The primary responsibility of a Maintenance Laborer is to ensure all cleaning for assigned properties is performed, to include unit turn preparation, and to assist the assigned Maintenance Specialist or Senior Maintenance Specialist in small repairs, curb appeal preparation, and to complete additional assigned tasks as needed. The ideal candidate for this position will have a strong work ethic and will be ready to learn new skills. At EHA we complete our mission by working as a team, collaborating, and helping our residents and staff whenever possible. This position is a great opportunity for someone to increase their trades experience, learn public housing maintenance, and eventually rise to become a Maintenance Specialist.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED or equivalent
One year paid experience in general laborer work
Knowledge of and ability to use common hand tools
Basic math skills
Ability to follow written and oral directions
Ability to get along well with clients, co-workers and the public
Ability to speak and understand English
Ability and aptitude to learn mechanical skills
Computer skills that includes use of a PC and a IOS or Windows Tablet
Must be personally bondable for insurance purposes
Valid Washington State Driver's license and excellent driving record

Nice To Haves

Paid experience in small motor repair, maintenance and cleaning
Prior paid experience doing semi-skilled repairs and maintenance for a large apartment complex, housing authority, or other housing agencies

Responsibilities

Assists with unit turns, inspections, preventive maintenance, repair or replacement of appliances, mechanical, electrical, carpentry, interior and exterior finishes, building envelope, grounds, custodial work, equipment and vehicles.
Performs chemical, mechanical and thermal pest control.
Functions as a team member for annual or preventive maintenance inspections.
Ensures consistent and real time updates of Yardi work-orders.
Ensures daily communications with supervisor and Senior Maintenance Specialist or Maintenance Specialist.
Maintains a personal log of emergency telephone numbers.