General Laborer Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Basic plumbing, electrical, carpentry and appliance knowledge.
• Custodial and janitorial best practices.
• Technological skill for Microsoft Office Suite, email, iPad and iPhone operations, internet, and automated work order systems.
• Basic Math Skills.
• Knowledge of and ability to use common hand/power tools and PPE.
• 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.
• High school diploma, GED or equivalent.
• One year paid experience in general laborer work.
• 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 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.
• 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.
• 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.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Accrue up to 12 days of paid vacation in your first year of employment
• 13 days of sick leave each year
• 13 paid holidays each year
• Robust health, dental, and life insurance
• Pension plan (PERS)
• Vision and long term disability Insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program