Property & Housing Maintenance Technician

Snoqualmie Indian Tribe; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 69,707,000 - 90,233,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401k with employer match

Paid holidays (up to 18)

Job summary

Snoqualmie Indian Tribe is seeking a skilled maintenance technician in the Washington, DC area to perform preventive maintenance, repairs, inspections, and capital improvement work across Tribal facilities and housing. The role covers carpentry, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and building systems while ensuring compliance with HUD/NAHASDA, NSPIRE/HQS, and safety standards.

You will coordinate grant-funded rehab and modernization projects, supervise work orders, and mentor junior staff.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three (3) years of building maintenance, facilities maintenance, construction, or related experience.
• Minimum of six (6) years of building maintenance, facilities maintenance, construction, or related experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on building systems.
• Coordinate and document grant-funded rehabilitation and capital improvement projects.
• Respond to routine and emergency work orders prioritizing health and safety.
• Maintain compliance with HUD/NAHASDA/NSPIRE/HQS and other federal requirements.
• Lead maintenance tasks, mentor junior staff, and assist Facilities Manager.

Skills

Carpentry

Plumbing

Electrical

HVAC

Painting

Blueprint reading

Microsoft Office

General maintenance

Safety procedures

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Technical training or apprenticeship

Trade certification

Tools

Wood shop equipment

Maintenance equipment

Power tools

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

Under limited supervision, performs skilled preventive maintenance, repairs, inspections, and capital improvement work for Tribal facilities and properties, including the Administrative Campus, HUD/NAHASDA-assisted housing, Tribal rental units, and Tribal Elder homes. Performs a variety of maintenance and repair work including carpentry, painting, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, mechanical systems, and general building repairs to ensure facilities remain safe, functional, and in good condition. Conducts inspections, supports grant-funded rehabilitation and modernization projects, and helps maintain compliance with Tribal policies, applicable building codes, HUD/NAHASDA requirements, NSPIRE/HQS standards, OSHA regulations, ADA accessibility requirements, and other applicable federal requirements. Maintains required maintenance, inspection, project, and compliance documentation to support operational and regulatory requirements. Perform preventive maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting, repairs, and improvements on Tribal administrative buildings, community facilities, HUD/NAHASDA-assisted housing, Tribal rental units, and Tribal Elder homes. Duties include carpentry, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, drywall, painting, roofing, flooring, appliance repair, window and door installation, and repair of building systems, mechanical equipment, fixtures, and infrastructure. Conduct routine, annual, interim, move-in, move-out, emergency, and special inspections of Tribal facilities and housing units to ensure compliance with Tribal policies, HUD/NAHASDA requirements, NSPIRE/HQS standards, applicable building codes, and life safety requirements, including preparing vacant housing units for occupancy through inspections, repairs, cleaning, painting, and restoration of essential building systems. Respond to routine and emergency maintenance work orders for both commercial facilities and residential housing, prioritizing health and safety issues. Perform preventive maintenance on HVAC equipment, plumbing systems, lighting, generators, pumps, kitchen equipment, mechanical equipment, and other building systems. Assist with remodeling, renovation, capital improvement projects, ADA accessibility modifications, and reasonable accommodations for Tribal facilities and housing in accordance with Tribal Housing policies and applicable federal regulations. Coordinate and document grant-funded rehabilitation, modernization, accessibility improvements, and capital improvement projects while assisting with contractor oversight and project closeout. Maintain complete work orders, inspection reports, photographs, inventory records, maintenance logs, and project documentation to satisfy operational, grant, audit, and federal record retention requirements while ensuring compliance with Tribal policies, HUD, NAHASDA, NSPIRE/HQS, OSHA, ADA, Fair Housing, procurement, environmental, Section 3, Davis-Bacon (when applicable), and other applicable federal requirements. Operate, maintain, and inspect Tribal maintenance vehicles, trailers, tools, equipment, lifts, and inventory in a safe and serviceable condition. Perform seasonal maintenance including snow removal, grounds maintenance, landscaping support, storm response, and emergency preparedness activities. Communicate professionally with Tribal members, residents, Elders, contractors, inspectors, and partner agencies while providing excellent customer service and maintaining confidentiality. Conduct property assessments and maintenance inspections for identified Tribal Elders homes located on fee land. Assess and coordinate reasonable ADA modifications in accordance with Tribal Housing policies and applicable federal regulations, including project planning and implementation upon approval. Assist with maintaining the safety, functionality, and appearance of Tribal facilities and properties. Ensure required permits, inspections, and regulatory requirements are met on applicable projects. Coordinate with Facilities staff to resolve maintenance issues efficiently while minimizing disturbance to daily operations. Independently diagnose complex building system failures and determine appropriate repair solutions with limited supervision. Lead maintenance projects and coordinate daily work assignments. Develop repair estimates and maintenance schedules. Mentor and train lower-level maintenance staff. Provide technical guidance on complex repairs and building systems. Assist the Facilities Manager with project planning, contractor coordination, budgeting, and long-term preventive maintenance planning. Monitor contractor performance and verify completion of work for Tribal facilities and grant-funded housing projects. May perform preventive maintenance and repair of vehicles, construction equipment, gas, and diesel equipment. May operate Class A equipment in snow and ice control. Develops solutions to repair and maintenance problems. The Tribe values its commitment to community service and the well-being of its members. Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Knowledge of building maintenance trades, repair methods, and preventative maintenance procedures. Knowledge of machinery, equipment, and tools necessary for the maintenance and repair of public buildings. Skill in reading and following blueprints and assembly instructions. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with Tribal members, residents, staff, contractors, and the public. Proficient with Microsoft Office programs. High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED). Technical training, trade certification, apprenticeship experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience may substitute for formal education requirements. Minimum of three (3) years of building maintenance, facilities maintenance, construction, or related experience. Experience Operating Wood Shop And Other Specialized Maintenance Equipment High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED). Technical training, trade certification, apprenticeship experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience may substitute for formal education requirements. Minimum of six (6) years of building maintenance, facilities maintenance, construction, or related experience. Demonstrated experience independently performing complex repairs, coordinating projects, or leading maintenance work preferred. Must possess and maintain a valid Washington State driver’s license with an acceptable driving record and no restrictions that prevent performance of essential job duties. HUD NSPIRE, UPCS, REAC, or similar housing inspection certification preferred, or ability to complete required certification training within 90 days of hire. Must agree to be subject to the Tribe's Controlled Substance and Alcohol Testing Policy to include pre-employment screening. The work environment includes an office environment in a controlled atmosphere building. Remote or hybrid work arrangements may be possible in accordance with the Tribe’s Telecommuting Policy. The Snoqualmie Indian Tribe follows the Tribal Hiring Preference as outlined in tribal policies, including the Tribal Employment Rights Ordinance (TERO). TERO sets forth certain hiring preferences for qualified individuals who are enrolled in a federally recognized Indian tribe, as well as, in some cases, preference for certain family members of those individuals. Salary, compensation will be determined based on experience and starts at $24.30 per hour for level I and $31.56 per hour for level II. This position is a regular full-time position and employment is at will. First of the month following date of hire - competitive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance benefits for all regular full-time employees. After 90 days - 401k retirement plan with employer matching contributions up to 4%. Paid Holidays - Up to 18 paid holidays are offered every calendar year, which includes the workdays between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day. Childcare subsidy for children enrolled full-time in the Snoqualmie Tribe Child Development Center. Employee discounts at Snoqualmie Casino (tickets/events, gift shop and restaurants), Salish Lodge & Spa (rooms, spa & dining) and Crescent Market (gas discount card).