Maintenance - Mechanic Two
About The Position
The Springfield Housing Authority is seeking a Mechanic II to perform semi-skilled and skilled maintenance and repair tasks on buildings, apartments, grounds, and equipment. This position involves a variety of tasks related to heating, plumbing, electrical systems, pest control, flooring, apartment preparation, and general building repairs. The role also includes assisting mechanics with major repairs, maintaining electrical equipment and appliances, and performing other job-related duties as required. Applicants must be able to work in various conditions and perform physical tasks.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Ability to use tools and perform work of a skilled nature
- Basic knowledge of heating, plumbing, electricity, and carpentry
- Skilled in the use of hand and power tools used for building and grounds maintenance
- Ability to use and operate snow removal equipment
- Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions
- Ability to deal effectively with other co-workers and tenants
- Ability to prepare work orders and time sheets
- Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety measures
- Ability to work in unpleasant conditions, such as snow and rain storms, infested spaces, cold and heat
- Ability to bend, squat, stoop, kneel, push/pull/lift heavy objects up to 40 pounds, walk/stand for up to 8 hours, climb ladders and steps
- Mandatory snow removal
- Valid driver’s license is required
Responsibilities
- Performs maintenance and repair tasks to hot water, heating and boiler systems such as draining tanks, cleaning burners, lubrications, etc.
- Performs plumbing tasks such as changing washers, stems etc. repairing toilets by changing ball cock, overflow tubes, etc., unclog drains, etc.
- Performs electrical tasks such as changing plate covers on switches and outlets, replacing fluorescent lights and ballasts
- Performs pest control tasks under the direction of a licensed exterminator
- Performs floor tile installations
- Prepares vacant apartments for rental
- Performs building repairs such as patching holes in walls, ceilings, doors, etc.
- Assist mechanics in major repairs or new construction
- Maintains and makes repairs to electrical equipment and appliances, burners, refrigerators, ranges, etc.
- Performs other job-related duties as required.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
