MAINTENANCE LABORER

Everett Housing Authority•Everett, WA

1d•$24 - $29

About The Position

Are you looking for a place to work where you can really make a difference in the lives of others? If so, come to work for the Everett Housing Authority as a Maintenance Laborer. Everett Housing Authority owns, operates and maintains 1500 units of housing for seniors, disabled/handicapped and low-income families within the City of Everett. Your work will involve assisting the Senior Maintenance Specialist in performing various maintenance tasks in the repair and maintenance of equipment and buildings, however, a significant portion of the responsibilities includes cleaning and maintaining the common areas and restrooms within the buildings. If you’re looking for a great benefits package we have that as well! • Accrue up to 12 days of paid vacation in your first year of employment ; • 13 paid sick leave days; • 12 paid scheduled Holidays plus 1 additional floating holiday per year; • Medical Insurance; • Dental Insurance; • Vision Insurance; • Life Insurance; • State Retirement Fund; • Flexible work schedule, • Employee Assistance Program; • Wellness Program; • Tuition reimbursement. SCOPE OF WORK: This position assists the Senior Maintenance Specialist or Maintenance Specialist in performing maintenance tasks at the assigned buildings. Such tasks include maintaining the property’s/properties’ curb appeal, completing timely unit turns, custodial work, grounds keeping and pest control.

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
Fair Housing Certification within 6 months of employment

Nice To Haves

Paid experience in small motor repair, maintenance and cleaning
Prior paid experience doing semi-skilled repairs and maintenance for: Large apartment complex
Housing authority
Other housing agencies

Responsibilities

Works regular and reliable hours on site as required
Attendance must be punctual and consistent
Works an agreed-upon schedule and works additional hours as necessary to complete work
Works effectively, cooperatively and respectfully with co-workers, clients and other contacts
Performs work with objectives based on preventative maintenance, efficiently utilizing resources (which includes but not limited to: time, standardization of materials, coordination of other staff members and vendors)
Assists with work orders at the assigned properties
Follows all EHA Safety Policies and Procedures
Follows all EHA Personnel Policies and Procedures
Performs other duties as assigned
Under direction of the Senior Maintenance Specialist or Maintenance Specialist, assists with unit turns, inspections, preventive maintenance, repair or replacement (from individual components through to entire system) of the following: Appliances, mechanical, electrical, carpentry (including all door hardware), all interior and exterior finishes, building envelope (siding, roofing and glazing), grounds (grounds keeping and masonry), custodial work, equipment and vehicles
Drives to various sites as assigned
Performs chemical, mechanical and thermal pest control
Functions as a team member for annual or preventive maintenance inspections
Is available to volunteer to be on call to respond to after-hour’s emergency
Follows all applicable safety procedures, including wearing respirators as necessary
And other physical duties as assigned
Ensures consistent and real time updates of Yardi work-orders
Ensures daily communications with supervisor and Senior Maintenance Specialist or Maintenance Specialist
Is familiar with power, water and gas turnoffs, clean-out traps, fire extinguishers and fire hydrants of the portfolio
Maintains a personal log of emergency telephone numbers (e.g., police, fire department and supervisor).