Maintenance Associate

Community Housing Development Corporation; Richmond (CA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Vibrant Community Management is seeking a Maintenance Associate to perform routine maintenance across housing projects serving low-income families and seniors. Responsibilities include plumbing, painting, electrical basics, and general upkeep to ensure safe, comfortable living environments.

The role requires 1–2 years of related experience, a high school diploma or equivalent, and the ability to work at multiple locations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 1–2 years of related maintenance experience preferred.
• Ability to work at multiple worksite locations.
• Basic plumbing knowledge including toilets, faucets and minor pipe repair.
• Basic painting knowledge including prep, sanding and color matching.
• Ability to follow English and/or Spanish instructions and prioritize tasks.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and manage work orders efficiently; perform light plumbing and irrigation tasks.
• Paint interior and exterior surfaces; perform carpentry such as door fitting and shelf building.
• Assist in custodial work and grounds maintenance; manage trash, windows and cleaning duties.
• Identify issues and communicate needs to Maintenance Supervisor and Property Manager.
• Maintain professional relations with residents and adhere to Equal Housing Opportunity requirements.
• Rotate on-call emergencies; know water/ gas cutoffs and building diagrams.

Skills

Basic Plumbing

Painting

Electrical repairs

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

FLSA Status: This is a fulltime, 40 hours per week, Non-Exempt position

Hourly Rate: $17-25 per hour DOE

About Vibrant Community Management

Here at VCM we strive to create vibrant communities by providing housing and supportive services. We aim to create a foundation for low to moderate income individuals, families, and seniors to thrive. Our goal is to promote self-sufficiency and improve the quality of life within the communities we serve. Vibrant Community Management is committed to building a staff that is rich with cultural, social, and experiential diversity.

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the general supervision of the Facility Director, the Maintenance Associate will perform routine and general maintenance mechanical work such as; plumbing, light electrical, light carpentry, painting, sheet rock repair, refurbishing, irrigation, and common area cleaning in housing projects designed to provide low-income families, seniors, special users, or other eligible individuals with furnished or unfurnished housing in single or multi-unit dwellings.

Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Efficiently and effectively schedules work order requests. Performs light plumbing work, irrigation, replacement of broken glass, screens, tile, carpet, garbage disposals, fixtures,
• Efficiently and effectively paints interior and exterior, performs carpentry work such as fitting doors, freeing windows, replacing and building shelves, sanding and refinishing floors, repair of concrete, masonry, roof fencing, etc.
• Assists in custodial work/cleaning of common areas and vacant units, including sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, waxing, buffing, emptying trash, cleaning windows, etc. Assists in grounds work and limited extermination services when necessary.
• Identifies and assesses problems and needs and communicates these to Maintenance Supervisor and Property Manager.
• Maintains congenial relationships with all residents, is professional and polite; communicates easily with residents using strong interpersonal skills. Is able to handle complaints/adversity with tact and diplomacy. Is understanding and sensitive to cultural background, economic status, those with special needs, and adheres to Equal Employment and Equal Housing Opportunity requirements.
• Participates in an on-call emergency schedule for evening, weekend and holiday coverage of the property and/or other properties. Maintains knowledge of water, gas meter cutoffs, all building and fixture cutoffs, sewer cleanouts and maps and diagrams of the property. Maintains security of property.
• Under the general supervision for the Site Manager or Maintenance Supervisor maintains inventory of, places monthly order for, picks up supplies and utilizes materials for maintenance and repair.
• Periodically inspects building exterior and common arrears, performs repairs and janitorial assistance as needed. Assists with scheduled annual unit inspections. Refurbishes apartments prior to occupancy.
• Maintains accurate records regarding preventative monthly maintenance on all equipment based on manufacturer recommendations or as required by housing regulations or codes.
• Completes and maintains the CAMS II maintenance program.

Perform related duties as required

Required Qualifications

• A minimum education level of: High School Diploma or its equivalent
• A minimum of 1-2 years of related work experience
• The ability to work at multiple worksite locations
• Basic knowledge of Basic Plumbing including toilet, faucet, and minor pipe repair
• Basic knowledge Painting including preparation, sanding, and color matching
• knowledge in electrical repairs including light switch, cords, ballasts and bulbs and circuit breakers
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions in English and/or Spanish and prioritize multiple tasks
• Ability to work irregular/extended hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays
• Able to wear face mask for long periods of time
• A background clearance is required

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Maneuvering in and around worksites
• Standing and walking for long period of times
• Bending, kneeling, reaching, and stooping
• Lifting boxes or equipment weighing up to 25 pounds, and up to 70 pounds
• Pushing or pulling objects such as vacuums, carts, mops, etc.