Maintenance Technician I - Property Management

Catholic-Charities-Serving-Central-Washington; Sunnyside (WA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement 403(b) Plan

13 paid holidays

Vacation & sick leave

Job summary

catholic Charities in Sunnyside, WA seeks a full-time Maintenance Technician to handle daily property upkeep and repair tasks. You will perform routine maintenance, respond to work orders, and keep units and common areas in good condition for rent-ready turnover.

Requirements include a High School diploma or GED, basic knowledge of mechanical/electrical/plumbing systems, and a WA driver’s license. Bilingual skills are a plus; on-site work schedule is Monday–Friday with on-call emergencies.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Prior maintenance experience or experience in a related field.
• Working knowledge of building maintenance and systems (mechanical, electrical, plumbing).
• Adherence to EPA/OSHA regulations for hazardous materials handling.
• Ability to use a tablet/computer to complete work orders.
• Valid WA driver’s license and insurance; insurability required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain physical condition of the property and grounds.
• Perform scheduled and preventative maintenance per manuals.
• Turnover and occupancy maintenance for vacant/occupied units.
• Inspect units, buildings, and common areas and perform repairs as needed.
• Assist with water/sewer line repairs and minor carpentry, electrical, plumbing tasks.
• Respond to emergencies on-call and ensure safety procedures are followed.
• Maintain supplies and coordinate with Facilities Manager and Community Manager.

Skills

Building maintenance

Mechanical knowledge

Electrical knowledge

Plumbing basics

Carpentry basics

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Tablet/Computer usage

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Property management software

Job description

Position SummaryDirectly responsible for the day-to-day maintenance of the property, under the direction of the Facilities Manager. Ensures that all apartments are rent-ready prior to move-in with respect to damage, painting, cleaning, and general condition of the units. Maintains grounds. Completes work order requests in a timely manner, detailed by the company. Maintains records of work orders through completion. Maintains positive relationships with tenants. Maintains relationships with suppliers, vendors, and professionals servicing the property. Maintains relationships with other staff members.Responsibilities:Maintain physical condition of the property.Perform scheduled maintenance on all equipment based on all equipment based on the manufacturer's recommendations and the Operating and Maintenance manual.Vacant Unit Turn-Over Maintenance as directed by the Facilities Manager.Occupied Unit Maintenance as specified by the Facilities Manager.Preventative Maintenance as specified by the Facilities Manager.Perform routine maintenance as directed by the Community Manager.Periodically inspect units, buildings, and common areas, performing repairs as needed.Physically walk the property daily and remove litter, debris, pet droppings from the grounds.Maintain all exterior plant material including but not limited to grass, trees, shrubs, as specified by the Facilities Manager.Notify the Facilities Manager of any diseased, dying, or dead landscape plantings.Check and replace exterior lighting on a regular basis.Shovel snow, utilize snow blower and use sand as needed to prevent slick conditions.Repair flooring as required, to include stretching carpet, and tile repairs.Perform sheetrock repairs.Perform minor electrical repairs.Perform minor plumbing work such as cleaning stoppages, replacing fittings, etc.Replace broken glass, screens, fixtures, appliances, window coverings and locks.Perform painting of apartments as needed.Perform or assist contractor with water and sewer line repairs.Custodial work in community rooms and common areas, including sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, emptying trash, and cleaning windows.Repair fencing when required.Cleaning of vacant units; receives priority of work to perform from the Community Manager or the Facilities Manager.Care and timely maintenance of all equipment entrusted to his/her/their care.Maintain maintenance and cleaning supplies and request re-ordering of those supplies in a timely manner from the Community Manager or the Facilities Manager.Always maintain awareness of proper safety precautions.Wear support belt, use safety equipment (goggles, masks, and gloves, etc.) as tasks dictate.On-call for emergenciesBe aware of all utility shut offs; shutting off immediately as needed in the event of fire or flood.Make sure storage areas and entrances are locked, and adequate lighting in those areas is maintained.Have knowledge regarding contracts and suppliers, their services, goods, and prices.Job Requirements:The following requirements are those that are normally required for the performance of this position. Any disabled applicant who does not meet one or more of the requirements, but who can perform the essential functions of the job (with or without reasonable accommodations) shall be deemed to meet these requirements.Physical Requirements:This position normally requires the physical demands of standing, walking, bending, lifting or performing other work requiring moderate physical exertion, talking, and hearing on a regular basis to perform the job requirement. These physical demands are required up to 90% of the time.Must be able to climb stairs and ladders and reach heights of 8 feet with the aid of a ladder. No fear of heights (24 feet or more).The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.Non-Physical Requirements:EducationHigh School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED), preferredExperiencePrior Maintenance experience or experience in a related fieldSpecial SkillsMust have a working knowledge of building maintenance.Basic technical knowledge of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and general carpentry.Must adhere to pertinent laws and EPA and OSHA regulations governing the handling, storage, and disposal of hazardous materials.The ability to utilize a tablet and/or computer to complete work orders in the property management software.Must be self-motivated, able to work independently and be able to perform duties with minimal supervision.Must be able to work well with people from diverse social and economic backgrounds.Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions and short correspondence. English and Spanish preferred.Basic Math (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division)Ability to receive and follow written instructions.Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred, but not requiredLicensure, Registration, CertificationValid Washington State driver’s license and minimum required liability insurance for WA StateMust be deemed insurable as determined by Catholic Charities liability insurance providerMust show proof of Hep B Vaccination recordEmployment is conditional upon:Being cleared by criminal background check and fingerprinting when requiredWage Range: $20 - $24 per hour, depending on experienceWork Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8am to 5pm; available for on-call emergenciesWork Location: Cristo Rey, Sunnyside, WA - 51 UnitsBenefits:13 paid holidays, 12 days of vacation, 12 days of sick leave per yearHealth insurance including medical & prescription coverage, with optional dental and vision insurance plans. Majority of premiums paid by Catholic CharitiesRetirement 403(b) Plan: employee contributions commence upon employment; Catholic Charities contributes 2% of monthly income and matches up to 4% of employee contributions following 6 months of employmentBasic Life Insurance paid 100% by Catholic CharitiesFlexible Spending Account eligibility following 6 months of employmentEducation Assistance Program reimbursing up to $5,250 per year for approved continuing education after 6 months of employmentAdditional voluntary insurances including supplemental life, accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D), critical illness, long term disability, accident, and ID theftEmployee Assistance Program includes 3 counseling sessions per year, legal consultations, financial coaching, and other wellbeing toolsAnnual longevity awards begin at 5 years of employment