Maintenance Laborer

the Housing Authority of Snohomish County • Everett, WA

3d • $26

About The Position

The position performs routine manual labor tasks and assists in maintenance and repair of buildings and equipment.

Requirements

• Knowledge of the equipment, materials and tools associated with doing routine maintenance and janitorial work.
• Knowledge of the occupational hazards of the building, electrical or mechanical trades.
• Ability to read, understand and follow safety rules and regulations.
• Ability to work independently.
• Exercise sound professional judgment.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with contractors, property managers and HASCO staff.
• Ability to use and care for a variety of hand and power tools skillfully and safely under a variety of work conditions.
• Valid Washington State Drivers License and acceptable driving record at time of appointment and throughout employment are required in this position.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Three+ years of experience operating a variety of light equipment and hand or power tools related to facility maintenance or construction work; or any equivalent combination of education, advanced training and previous work experience that provides the required skills, knowledge and abilities.
• Ability to deal courteously and tactfully with the general public.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing, with people from a variety of cultural, economic and ethnic backgrounds; individuals with disabilities hindering communication; and individuals lacking fluency in verbal or written English.
• Ability to accurately complete data entry logs and clearly transmit information through email.
• All HASCO employees must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 for the health and safety of the community we serve and our employees. Upon acceptance of an offer of employment, a prospective hire must submit a certificate of vaccination to the Human Resources Department. Individuals with a qualifying medical or religious reason may submit a request for exemption. Philosophical, political, scientific, or sociological objections to vaccination will not be considered for an accommodation.

Nice To Haves

• Technical training in construction and/or maintenance field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs a variety of routine janitorial tasks such as cleaning restrooms, cleaning and waxing floors, vacuuming vehicles and moving furniture.
• Performs a variety of routine grounds maintenance tasks such as mowing, edging and trimming lawns, watering and weeding flower beds, raking, pick and shovel work, and power washing.
• Paints a variety of building surfaces.
• Performs routine maintenance on assigned equipment by checking fluid levels and lubricating equipment as necessary; maintains equipment service records as required.
• Facilitates removal and disposal of garbage, recyclables and bio-hazard and other waste.
• Repairs basic plumbing, electrical fixtures and masonry.
• Orders materials, supplies and equipment in accordance with HASCO Procurement Policy.
• Picks up and delivers equipment, materials, parts and supplies as required.
• Inspects grounds weekly and reports findings to Maintenance Manager.
• Maintains required records and prepares reports as necessary.
• Performs more complex duties under supervision or following demonstration of proficiency.
• Other assigned duties related to the general functions described above.

Benefits

• HASCO provides generous benefits including several options for medical/dental/vision coverage through the Public Employees Benefit Board (PEBB), 11 holidays, two floating holidays, a floating holiday week, and four weeks of Annual Leave the first year. In addition, HASCO is a part of the Washington State Retirement System (PERS), and we offer Life Insurance. We also offer tuition reimbursement upon successful passing of probation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED