Maintenance Technician I - Property Management

Catholic Charities Serving Central Washington; Yakima (WA); On-site; USD 27,552 - 33,062; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

13 paid holidays

12 days of vacation

Health insurance

Retirement 403(b) plan

Education Assistance Program

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Catholic Charities Serving Central Washington is seeking a reliable Maintenance Technician I to ensure the upkeep of a new housing community. This role involves maintenance tasks including repairs, unit turnovers, and property inspections, aimed at fostering a supportive environment for low-income individuals and those with disabilities.

The ideal candidate will have building maintenance knowledge, a high school diploma, and preferably experience in a related field along with a valid WA driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Prior maintenance experience or related field experience.
• Ability to lift/move up to 50 pounds.
• Valid Washington State driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Maintain physical condition of the property.
• Perform scheduled and preventative maintenance.
• Inspect units and common areas.
• Perform minor repairs including electrical and plumbing work.
• Custodial work in community rooms and common areas.

Skills

Building maintenance knowledge

Basic technical knowledge (mechanical, electrical, plumbing, carpentry)

Self-motivated

Ability to follow written instructions

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Tablet/computer

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a reliable and motivated Maintenance Technician I to support the daily maintenance operations of our newly built housing community serving low-income individuals, adults with disabilities, and young adults who were formerly homeless. This position is responsible for assisting with general maintenance repairs, unit turnovers, preventative maintenance, and ensuring the property remains safe, functional, and welcoming to residents. The ideal candidate values teamwork, professionalism, and takes pride in helping maintain a supportive living environment for the community.

Responsibilities

• Maintain physical condition of the property.
• Perform scheduled maintenance on all equipment based on the manufacturer\'s recommendations and the Operating and Maintenance Manual.
• Vacant unit turnover 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 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, including 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 safety equipment as tasks dictate (goggles, masks, gloves, etc.).
• On-call for emergencies.
• Be aware of all utility shut offs; shut off immediately as needed in the event of fire or flood.
• Ensure storage areas and entrances are locked, and adequate lighting is maintained.
• Have knowledge regarding contracts and suppliers, their services, goods, and prices.

Qualifications

Job Requirements

The following requirements are those 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 standing, walking, bending, lifting or performing other work requiring moderate physical exertion, talking, and hearing on a regular basis to perform the job requirements. 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 include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

Non-Physical Requirements

Education: High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED), preferred

Experience: Prior maintenance experience or experience in a related field

Special Skills: Must have a working knowledge of building maintenance; basic technical knowledge of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and carpentry; must adhere to laws and EPA and OSHA regulations; ability to use a tablet/computer for work orders; self-motivated, able to work independently with minimal supervision; able to work with people from diverse backgrounds; ability to read and comprehend simple instructions and short correspondence. English and Spanish preferred. Basic math. Ability to receive and follow written instructions. Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred but not required.

Licensure, Registration, Certification

Valid Washington State driver’s license and minimum required liability insurance for WA State; must be deemed insurable by Catholic Charities liability insurer; must show proof of Hep B vaccination record.

Employment Conditions

Employment is conditional upon being cleared by criminal background check and fingerprinting when required.

Wage and Schedule

Wage Range: $20 - $24, depending on experience

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8am to 5pm; available for on-call emergencies

Work Location

Casa de la Mora (73 units)

Benefits

• 13 paid holidays, 12 days of vacation, 12 days of sick leave per year
• Health insurance including medical & prescription coverage, with optional dental and vision plans; majority of premiums paid by Catholic Charities
• Retirement 403(b) Plan: employee contributions commence upon employment; Catholic Charities contributes 2% of monthly income and matches up to 4% of employee contributions after 6 months
• Basic Life Insurance paid 100% by Catholic Charities
• Flexible Spending Account eligibility after 6 months
• Education Assistance Program reimbursing up to $5,250 per year after 6 months of employment
• Additional voluntary insurances including AD&D, etc.
• Employee Assistance Program includes 3 counseling sessions per year, legal consultations, financial coaching, and other wellbeing tools
• Annual longevity awards begin at 5 years of employment

It is the practice of Catholic Charities to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, citizenship status, marital status, creed, genetic predisposition or carrier status, sexual orientation, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Applicants from underrepresented backgrounds are encouraged to apply. We gladly offer reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities to support participation in the hiring process and employment.