Maintenance Technician I - Marina Club

Bellwether Housing; Des Moines (WA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

403(b) retirement plan with employer's

Continuing education assistance (up to

Orca Transit Pass

Paid time off and office closure days

Mission-driven, DEI-focused workplace

Job summary

Bellwether Housing in the Pacific Northwest seeks a Maintenance Technician I to join our Facilities Management team. You will perform groundskeeping, janitorial tasks, painting, and preventive maintenance at a South Seattle property.

This on-site role requires a Washington driver license, ability to lift up to 50 pounds, and a willingness to work a non-traditional schedule. We offer competitive pay, health benefits, retirement, and education assistance.

Qualifications

• The high school diploma or equivalent is required.
• At least one year of experience in property management or a related field.
• Ability to travel to multiple Bellwether properties as needed.
• Valid Washington State driver's license and automobile insurance.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine groundskeeping, janitorial, painting, preventative, routine, and emergency maintenance.
• Review work orders with the Property Manager and prepare units for rent; coordinate with vendors.
• Apply fair housing guidelines and maintain tenant confidentiality.
• Inspect facilities for safety and operate power tools and maintenance equipment.
• Maintain records per city, state, and federal guidelines and participate as a site team member.

Skills

Driver's license

Organizational skills

Time management

On-call ability

Confidentiality

Lift up to 50 lbs

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Power tools

Maintenance equipment

Job description

Who We Are:

Through the development, ownership, and operations of affordable housing properties, Bellwether Housing has been a trailblazer in transforming the lives of lower-income individuals and families in our region. As the largest non-profit housing provider in the Pacific Northwest, Bellwether is a leader in state and local housing policy issues, an innovator in financing and housing development strategies, and a trusted partner to a diverse array of organizations in our community, while providing resident and real estate development services to other mission-driven non-profits around Western Washington.

Salary:

$27.50-$32.50/hr

The posted salary reflects the full pay range for this position. Offers made to qualified candidates will be made within this range and will bedeterminedbyvarious factors, including knowledge, skills, experience, qualifications, location, and other factors that would be critical to success in this role.

Position Overview:

We are looking for a MaintenanceTechnician I to join ourFacilitiesManagement department. In this role,you'll perform routine groundskeeping, janitorial work, painting, preventive maintenance, and routine/emergency maintenance at one of Bellwether's properties in the South Seattle portfolio.

OurFacilitiesManagement team is essential to Bellwether's mission to create,maintain, and strengthen our communities and provide vital housing to those qualifying under the Low-Income Tax Credit Program.

Work Schedule:

On-site,Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm or 8:30 am - 4:30 pm.The final schedule will bedeterminedby the supervisor.

Your Impact:

• Conduct routine groundskeeping, janitorial, painting, preventative, routine, and emergency maintenance.
• Meet regularly with the Property Manager to review work orders, unit turn schedules, and general property needs. Make recommendations and inform of needed repairs.
• Apply fair housing guidelines when entering occupied units and interacting with residents.
• Maintain tenant and staff confidentiality.
• Prepare vacant units for re-rentingin a timely manner. Complete cleaning and maintenance, and coordinate with vendors or other agency staff.
• Review maintenance requests, work order logs, and company policies and procedures.
• Maintain records in keeping with company, city, state, and federal guidelines.
• Be the point of contact for tenant emergency needs when appropriate.
• Attend scheduled staff meetings and training/conferences when assigned.
• Inform Maintenance and Site Managers of needed maintenance supplies and equipment per instruction. Keep storage areas clean and organized.
• Diagnose and perform minor or routine maintenance and repairs within homes and throughout the property. Ensure disposal of trash and other discarded items after each assigned work order.
• Work with residential staff and outside contractors in a respectful and courteous manner.
• Ensure facilities are in proper working order and safe by inspecting plumbing, electrical, and other mechanical systems.
• Document actions taken and parts needed orrequiredto complete assigned work orders.
• Provide suggestions to management and support the implementation of process improvement and efficiency measures.
• Represent Bellwether Housing in your own work and in the work you manage.
• Performing pest management duties as needed.
• Ability toworka non-traditional schedule as required by the property's needs.
• Contribute andparticipateas a site team member.
• Perform anyadditionalduties assigned by the Maintenance Manager/Supervisor and Property Manager.
• Other duties as assigned.

Who You Are:

• Possess and maintain a valid Washington State driver’s license, the appropriate amount of automobile insurance, and a safe driving record, and/or the ability to possess a valid license within 90 days of employment.
• Able to travel and work at various Bellwether properties as needed.
• Experience with computers and mobile devices.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Working knowledge and adherence to company policies and procedures.
• Ability to work oncallas needed.
• Legible handwriting and basic math skills.
• Ability to cope with and defuse situations involving angry or difficult people.
• Ability tomaintainconfidentiality.
• Mustmaintainprofessional appearance andcomply withprescribed uniform policy.
• Ability to complete strenuous work forlong periodsof time.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Able to safelyoperatepower tools and other maintenance equipment.
• A high school diploma or equivalentwork experienceisrequired.
• At least one year of experience in the property management industry ora directly relatedfield.
• Youthrive ininclusive environments and have a passion for connecting with individuals who share a wide range of experiences. At your core, you are committedto andvalue, equity,inclusionand respect.

What We Offer:

Bellwether Housing is your platform for growth, empowerment, and purpose. When you join our team, you will receive:

• Competitive compensation accompanied by a generous benefits package.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• A 403(b)-retirement plan with an employer match, guiding you towards a prosperous future.
• Fuel for your personal and professional development with up to $1,500 in employer-paid continuing education per year.
• An ORCA Transit Pass to navigate the city with ease.
• Up to 24 paid days off in your first year, prorated personal days renewed annually, and 8 paid office closure days.
• The chance to be part of a transformative mission, leaving a mark on the lives of those we serve in our communities.

At Bellwether Housing, you will elevate your career in a role that's as rewarding as it is impactful, where you’ll be part of a movement that is helping shape the future of affordable housing in the Greater Puget Sound area and where diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are the pillars of our success.

Bellwether Housing embraces a workplace that is diverse,equitable, and inclusive, and is dedicated to building a team that is made up of a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, experiences, and skills that reflect the populations we serve. We are committed to being an anti-racist organization, while acknowledging we have a long way to go. You can learn more about our DEI work onour website.

Work Authorization

All applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. We are unable to sponsor employment visas.

Bellwether Housing is an equal opportunity employer. We will not discriminate based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. We support the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to reasonably accommodate all qualified applicants [and employees] by providing reasonable accommodations to people with disabilities. To request Reasonable Accommodation for the application or interview process, please contact [e-mail].

Note: This role requires successful completion of a background checkin accordance withSeattle’s Fair Chance Employment Ordinance.