Maintenance Mechanic III

Tampa Housing Authority; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 63,370,000 - 66,125,000; Full time

Job summary

Tampa Housing Authority (THA) is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic III in Tampa, FL. The role performs skilled structural, plumbing, and electrical work at THA sites, including repair and replacement of windows, doors, roofs, fixtures, and systems.

Incumbents lead in completing complex tasks and ensure safety and quality in maintenance operations. The position requires hands-on experience, the ability to diagnose issues across trades, and strong teamwork to support THA properties.

Qualifications

• Requires High School graduation or GED.
• Two years of specialized courses/training or experience in construction or repair trade.
• Journeyman Certification in Plumbing, Electrical or HVAC

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, diagnose and correct routine and complex maintenance needs in apartments.
• Address plumbing, electrical, or HVAC problems and develop corrective plans.
• Lead a team of mechanics on major projects such as replacing plumbing fixtures or HVAC components.
• Repair and replace toilets, sinks, faucets, and water lines.
• Install gas furnaces and heaters per manufacturer specifications.
• Perform carpentry tasks like replacing doors and cabinets.
• Inspect units for maintenance needs and document findings.

Skills

Building maintenance

Carpentry

Electrical work

Plumbing

HVAC

Safety rules

Team leadership

Education

High School diploma or GED

Journeyman Certification in Plumbing, Electrical or HVAC

Tools

Maintenance hand and power tools

Job description

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Maintenance Mechanic III

Tampa, FL, US

22 days ago Requisition ID: 1378

Salary Range: $22.18 To $22.18 Hourly

Department: Facilities

Reports To: Maintenance Supervisor

Summary

Responsible for performing a variety of skilled structural, plumbing, and electrical building maintenance work at aTHA site(s). Work involvestherepair and replacement of items such as windows, doors, roofs, gutters, cabinets, walls, ceilings, toilets, faucets, water lines, electrical outlets, and light fixtures. Incumbents act aslead workersin completing complex tasks.

Essential Job Functions

• Troubleshoot, diagnose and correct routineand complexmaintenance needs in apartments, including work order requests
• Troubleshoot plumbing, electrical, or HVAC problems and take corrective action, or report to supervisor and develop a plan to correct problems
• Lead a team of mechanics in performing major projects, such as replacing plumbing fixtures, replacing wiring, replacing or repairing HVAC systems, etc.
• Unstop commodes and garbage disposals, repair and replace faucets, commodes, sinks, bath accessories, and water lines
• Replace circuit breakers, wiring, wall socket and switches, lights, and fans
• Install gas furnaces and heaters in accordance with manufacturer’s specifications
• Perform a wide variety of carpentry work such as, changing-out countertops, re-hanging andadjusting doors, and repairing cabinets, as needed
• Repair and replace floors, tiles, ceilings, etc.
• Prepare vacant units for occupancy by inspecting apartments to determine whether maintenancework is needed, and either perform maintenance tasks or inform supervisor of findings, in accordance with established procedures
• Install and repair plumbing pipes and fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, drains, valves and controls
• Perform general maintenance tasks on Authority buildings and grounds and prepare records
• Repair and replace windows, doors, door frames, mailboxes, porches, clothes line posts, etc. as needed
• Replace furnace filters and light bulbs
• Perform routine and preventive maintenance
• Receive and review written materials such as work orders and vacancy sheets
• Inspect of units periodically to determine maintenance needs and write up results
• Inspect vacated apartments and complete make-ready checklist
• Inspect hallways and common places, eliminate obstacles to free passage and assure that there is adequate lighting
• Write work orders, requisitions, and other forms and reports
• Regularly conduct inventory of equipment, tools, parts, and supply of materials

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of theTampaHousing Authority (THA) policies and procedures
• Knowledge of the physical layout of the site properties
• Knowledge of basic principles of building maintenance, including standard practices, methods, tools, and materials
• Knowledge of general building maintenance including carpentry, electrical, and plumbing
• Knowledge of local and state building codes, and OSHA work practices
• Knowledge of safety rules, including accident causation and prevention
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and appropriate safety precautions
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisor, subordinates, co-workers, residents, contractors, and the general public
• Ability to understand oral and written instructions
• Ability to use maintenance hand and power tools for building and grounds maintenance
• Ability to complete work order forms in accordance with established procedures
• Ability to inspect, diagnose problems, and complete repairs in a timely and effective manner
• Ability to establish and maintain records, such as work orders and parts inventory
• Ability to use basic office equipment such as telephone, fax and copier

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires High School graduation or GED equivalent.
• Requirestwo (2) years ofspecialized courses/trainingor experience in construction or repair trade; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
• Requires Journeyman Certification in Plumbing, Electrical or HVAC

Other: Valid Florida Driving LicenseValid CDL Diving LicenseInsurable under the agency's insurance policy

This job description should not be interpreted as all-inclusive. It is intended to identify the major responsibilities and requirements of this job classificationestablished by THA. All incumbents may not performall of thejob duties listed, and some incumbents may perform some duties which are not listed, and incumbents may be requested to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this description.