Maintenance Technician I

What is Permanent Supportive Housing?; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Plymouth Housing Group in Seattle is seeking a Maintenance Technician I to support residential unit turnovers and maintenance repairs across its buildings. You will work as part of the Maintenance team, collaborating with colleagues and independently in occupied and unoccupied units, with exposure to pests, needles and bodily fluids.

The role includes proactive preventative maintenance, repairs across carpentry, electrical and plumbing areas, and coordination of supplies and vendor access.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma, GED or equivalent.
• Experience: 1 year in multi-family building maintenance (plumbing, carpentry, electrical, locksmithing).
• Licensure/Certification: Valid Washington State Driver License with insurable driving record.
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: able to communicate with a diverse group of voices; assess problems in occupied buildings; operate Plymouth-owned vehicles; read and understand work orders; basic computer skills (Outlook, Excel).

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance in Plymouth buildings.
• Carry out carpentry, electrical, and plumbing repairs.
• Repair or replace plumbing fixtures and pipes.
• Patch walls, install sheet rock, and paint interiors/exteriors.
• Complete work orders accurately and efficiently.
• Escort vendors and Plymouth staff for facility access.
• May serve as backup after-hours for emergencies.
• Procure and deliver maintenance and janitorial supplies.

Skills

Communication

Problem assessment

Vehicle operation

Work orders

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

The Maintenance Technician I assists with residential unit turnovers and maintenance repairs in all Plymouth Housing Group buildings. The employee in this position is a member of the Maintenance team which includes Float Janitors and will be expected to work in collaboration with others as well as independently. This position requires that the employee work in occupied and unoccupied units in conditions that may include exposure to pests, needles and bodily fluids.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

(Responsibilities, accountabilities, and competencies; may not include all duties of this job)

• Perform preventative maintenance in all Plymouth buildings.
• Perform carpentry duties, e.g., doors, jams, lath, and plaster.
• Perform electrical duties, e.g., appliances, refrigerators, wiring, etc.
• Repair or replace broken plumbing fixtures. Clear drains, and replace copper, lead and plastic pipes.
• Repair and patch walls, including lath and plaster. Install sheet rock. Perform mudding and taping. Paint exterior and interior surfaces.
• Contribute to the success of the Maintenance team by completing work with efficient use of time and resources.
• Complete work order forms accurately.
• Perform other work-related duties as assigned by Facilities Manager.
• Completes dump runs, donation pickups, procure and deliver maintenance and janitorial supplies.
• Accommodate escorting requests of vendors, guests or Plymouth staff for assigned facilities i.e., rooftop access.

ADDITIONAL JOB FUNCTIONS MAY BE REQUESTED ON A TEMPORARY AS NEEDED, BASIS

• May apply pesticides to interior of residential units and common areas on an as needed basis.
• May serve as back-up for OC emergencies after hours on an as needed basis.

ESSENTIAL JOB QUALIFICATIONS

(Any equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, abilities, education, and experience)

Education: High school diploma, GED certification or an equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience

Experience: One year experience in multi-family building maintenance (plumbing, carpentry, electrical, and locksmithing.) Experience in assessing repair needs.

Licensure/Certification (or ability to obtain): Valid Washington State Driver License with fully insurable driving record.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Able to communicate and work effectively with a diverse group of voices.
• Ability to assess problems in occupied residential buildings.
• Ability to operate Plymouth owned vehicles.
• Ability to communicate and understand written instructions on work orders.
• Basic computer skills or ability to familiarize and learn how to use Microsoft Outlook email and enter data in Microsoft excel along with other applications i.e., payroll system.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience working with a diverse low-income population is desired.
• Janitorial skills are desired.
• Trade school program certifications is desired.
• Experience driving commercial trucks is desired.

Working knowledge of plumbing and HVAC systems in multi-story buildings, e.g., pump repairs, replacement of water heaters, fans, baseboard heaters and thermostatic heating valves is desired.

For a full list of our benefits, please go to https://plymouthhousing.org/benefits-staff/