Maintenance Mechanic

Rowan County Housing Authority; Northern (KY, NC); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Rowan County Housing Authority seeks a part-time maintenance worker to perform routine upkeep on housing units, buildings, and grounds, including turnover work for vacant units.

The role involves basic plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, and appliance checks, with attention to safety and timely completion of tasks. Must follow policies and interact professionally with residents and staff.

Qualifications

• General knowledge of building and property maintenance practices.
• Working knowledge of common hand and power tools.
• General knowledge of basic plumbing, carpentry, painting, electrical, appliance, and building repairs.
• Ability to identify maintenance problems and determine when specialized assistance is required.
• Knowledge of workplace safety practices.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to complete work orders and basic maintenance records.
• Ability to work independently when assigned.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with residents, staff, vendors, contractors, and the public.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine maintenance and repairs to Housing Authority dwelling units, buildings, grounds, and equipment.
• Completes assigned work orders and preventive maintenance tasks.
• Performs minor plumbing repairs (faucets, toilets, drains, fixtures, and minor water leaks).
• Performs basic electrical maintenance (switches, outlets, light fixtures, and other components when permitted).
• Performs carpentry work (doors, windows, cabinets, locks, handrails, trim).
• Installs and repairs drywall; patches walls and ceilings and prepares surfaces for painting.
• Performs interior and exterior painting and touch-ups.
• Inspects appliances and performs minor repairs or replacements.
• Assists with routine HVAC preventive maintenance (replacing filters, cleaning).
• Prepares vacant apartments for occupancy (repairs, painting, cleaning, turnover).
• Performs grounds maintenance (mowing, trimming, debris removal).
• Uses hand tools, power tools, lawn equipment safely.
• Identifies maintenance and safety concerns and reports needs.
• Assists with purchasing materials and supplies.
• Maintains basic work order and maintenance records.
• Interacts professionally with residents, coworkers, contractors, vendors, and the public.
• Follows safety procedures and building/maintenance requirements.
• Performs other maintenance-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Safety awareness

Troubleshooting

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Maintenance experience preferred

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Basic plumbing tools

Electrical tools

Job description

General Statement of Duties:

Performs general maintenance, repair, preventive maintenance, grounds, and unit-turnover work on Housing Authority properties; performs related duties as required.

Distinguishing Features of The Class:

An employee in this position performs a variety of maintenance and repair duties involving Housing Authority dwelling units, buildings, grounds, equipment, and related facilities. Work may include basic plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, drywall, appliance repair, grounds maintenance, and preparation of vacant units for occupancy.

The employee is expected to identify maintenance problems and complete routine repairs within the scope of their training and experience. Repairs requiring specialized licensing, certification, or expertise are referred to appropriate staff or contractors.

Work is performed under the supervision of the Executive Director or designated supervisor and is evaluated based on the quality, safety, timeliness, and effectiveness of completed work.

Essential Job Functions:

• Performs routine maintenance and repairs to Housing Authority dwelling units, buildings, grounds, and equipment.
• Completes assigned work orders and preventive maintenance tasks.
• Performs minor plumbing repairs, including repairing faucets, toilets, drains, fixtures, and minor water leaks.
• Performs basic electrical maintenance, such as replacing switches, outlets, light fixtures, and other components when permitted and within the employee's qualifications.
• Performs carpentry work, including repairing doors, windows, cabinets, locks, handrails, trim, and other building components.
• Installs and repairs drywall; patches walls and ceilings and prepares surfaces for painting.
• Performs interior and exterior painting, including surface preparation and touch-up work.
• Inspects appliances and performs minor appliance repairs or replacements as assigned.
• Assists with routine HVAC preventive maintenance, including replacing filters, cleaning equipment, and identifying conditions requiring repair by qualified personnel.
• Prepares vacant apartments for occupancy, including repairs, painting, cleaning, removal of discarded property, and other assigned turnover work.
• Performs grounds maintenance, including mowing, trimming, leaf and debris removal, and cleaning around parking areas and dumpsters as needed.
• Uses hand tools, power tools, lawn equipment, and other maintenance equipment in a safe and appropriate manner.
• Identifies maintenance and safety concerns and reports conditions requiring additional repair or specialized services.
• Assists with purchasing or obtaining materials and supplies necessary to complete assigned work.
• Maintains basic work-order, maintenance, and material records as required.
• Interacts professionally and courteously with residents, coworkers, contractors, vendors, and the public.
• Follows Housing Authority safety procedures and applicable building and maintenance requirements.
• Performs other maintenance-related duties as assigned.

Job-Related Physical Activity Requirements:

This position involves physically demanding work and may require lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling materials, tools, and equipment. Work activities may include climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, lifting, grasping, and repetitive motions.

The employee may work in both indoor and outdoor environments and may be exposed to heat, cold, dust, fumes, odors, moisture, moving equipment, and other conditions normally associated with building and grounds maintenance.

The employee must be able to safely perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

General knowledge of building and property maintenance practices; working knowledge of common hand and power tools; general knowledge of basic plumbing, carpentry, painting, electrical, appliance, and building repairs; ability to identify maintenance problems and determine when specialized assistance is required; knowledge of appropriate workplace safety practices; ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions; ability to complete work orders and basic maintenance records; ability to work independently when assigned; and ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with residents, staff, vendors, contractors, and the public.

Acceptable Experience and Training:

Graduation from high school or possession of an equivalent credential is preferred. Previous experience in apartment, residential, commercial, or general building maintenance is preferred.

An equivalent combination of education, training, and maintenance experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.

Additional Requirements:

• Possession of a valid North Carolina driver's license.
• Ability to safely operate Housing Authority vehicles, tools, and equipment as assigned.
• Must comply with Housing Authority safety policies and procedures.
• Any specialized electrical, HVAC, plumbing, or other work requiring licensing or certification must be performed only when the employee possesses the appropriate qualifications or as otherwise permitted by applicable requirements.

Work Schedule:

This is a part-time position. The normal work schedule will be established by the Housing Authority based on operational and property maintenance needs. Hours may vary depending on vacancies, work orders, inspections, emergencies, and other maintenance needs.