Housing Maintenance Mechanic

Town of Chapel Hill, NC; Chapel Hill (NC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Maintenance Mechanic to support their Affordable Housing and Community Connections Department. This role involves maintaining a portfolio of public housing units while working collaboratively within a dynamic team. The ideal candidate will possess strong building maintenance skills and a commitment to public service. Join a workplace that values diversity, equity, and inclusion, and make a difference in the community by ensuring safe and well-maintained housing for residents. If you are passionate about fostering inclusive communities, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Retirement Health Savings Plan

Local Government Retirement Plan

Supplemental Retirement Plans

Vacation Leave

Sick Leave

Parental Leave

Employee Wellness Clinic

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in building maintenance or related field.
• Valid NC Driver's License required.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance on public housing units including plumbing and HVAC repairs.
• Complete safety inspections and preventative maintenance.

Skills

Building Maintenance

Customer Service

Communication

Project Management

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Hand Tools

HVAC Equipment

Plumbing Tools

Electrical Tools

Job description

EARN UP TO A $1,500 SIGN-ON BONUS TO JOIN OUR TEAM!

($500 paid at 6 months / $1,000 paid at 1 year)

*Must be a new Town employee and meet safety and attendance goals at each 6-month interval*

Summary:
If you're passionate about fostering inclusive communities where everyone has access to affordable housing and opportunities to thrive, the Town of Chapel Hill is excited to invite you to consider the role of Maintenance Mechanic supporting the Affordable Housing and Community Connections Department. The department includes four divisions: Public Housing, Affordable Housing, Community Connections, and Administration, which work collaboratively to execute the Town Council's affordable housing and equitable community engagement goals. The department is committed to fostering an environment where everyone on the team is empowered to lead and achieve results consistent with the Council's goals and the Department's work plan.

About the Role:
This position will perform maintenance on the Town’s portfolio of 296 public housing units working collaboratively with a high-performing, energetic, fun, and diverse team. The ideal candidate will bring experience in building maintenance and customer service, a commitment to public service, and a collaborative mindset.

Essential Functions:

• Completes safety inspections and preventative maintenance of public housing units
• Performs general maintenance of public housing units, including plumbing, HVAC, electrical, and appliance repairs as permissible
• Uses a work order system to track and prioritize maintenance requests and document completion.
• Provides notice to residents regarding upcoming work.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma/GED
• Valid NC Driver's License
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a related field OR any combination of education and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the job

Knowledge of:

• The operation of a wide range of hand tools and equipment in the electrical, carpentry, HVAC, and plumbing trades
• Practices in Federal, State, and Local building codes and safety regulations preferred

Ability to:

• Manage multiple projects and shifting priorities
• Work independently, as well as effectively as part of a team
• Communicate effectively and maintain positive working relationships with colleagues, residents, and other stakeholders
• Serve on the departmental on-call rotation
• Model behaviors that are consistent with our values of RESPECT and organizational commitments to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)

The Town of Chapel Hill offers a variety of employee benefits, including but not limited to:

• Health Insurance - Town pays 100% of the cost for a full-time employee’s and a portion of cost for family members
• Dental and vision insurance
• Retirement Health Savings Plan
• Local Government Retirement Plan
• Supplemental Retirement Plans (NC 401(k) and 457)
• Vacation, sick, personal, and parental leave
• Employee wellness clinic with onsite health professional for basic health care needs
• Life and disability insurance