Maintenance Technician

Starting Salary Range: $27,263 and up/with full benefits

Open Until Filled

GENERAL DEFINITION AND CONDITIONS OF WORK: 

Performs difficult technical work in the general repair and maintenance of Authority buildings and performing plumbing system repairs; does related work as required.  Works under regular supervision. 

This is medium work requiring the exertion of 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently and up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects; requires climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling and repetitive motions; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; visual acuity is required for depth perception, color perception, visual inspection involving small defects and/or small parts, use of measuring devices, assembly or fabrication of parts at or within arms length, operation of machines, operation of motor vehicles or equipment, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work and observing general surroundings and activities; subject to inside and outside environmental conditions, extreme cold, extreme heat, noise, vibration, hazards, atmospheric conditions and oils.   May be exposed to blood-borne pathogens and may be required to wear specialized personal protective equipment. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/TYPICAL TASKS: 

Maintains domestic hot water, boilers and chillers for high rise building.  Performs plumbing, carpentry, electrical and mechanical system maintenance and repair tasks; installs appliances, doors, windows, floors, electrical, plumbing and mechanical equipment.

·         Ensures property(s) are maintained and operating efficiently (including grounds, building exterior/interior, etc) and reports findings to Property Manager.

·         Installs, maintains and repairs appliances, plumbing and electrical facilities.

·         Performs carpentry and mechanical maintenance work on buildings, facilities and equipment.

·         Repairs roofs.

·         Maintains and repairs woodwork, hardware, screens, cabinets, etc.

·         Repairs buildings, doors, windows and floors and performs locksmith functions.

·         Unstops sinks, commodes, bathtubs and sewer lines.

·         Repairs heating and cooling systems and broken pipes.

·         Replaces shingles.

·         Installs ceramic tile.

·         Reconditions dwelling units for new clients; performs necessary maintenance and repair work to make unit ready for occupancy.

·         Performs electrical, plumbing and mechanical maintenance work in the repair and maintenance of air conditioning, heating and refrigeration equipment, electrical wiring and plumbing systems.

·         Prepares surfaces for painting or varnishing; repairs or replaces sheetrock as needed; tapes seams, applies texture to ceilings or walls; paints or varnishes interior and exterior surfaces.

·         Maintains records and logs.

·         Responds to after-hour calls.

·         Maintains sprinkler system and back-up generator.

·         Performs other duties as requested. 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: 

Thorough knowledge of common hand tools used in building maintenance work; thorough knowledge of the building trades; skill in the use of tools used in the building trades and of the necessary safety precautions; ability to work from sketches, drawings and blueprints; ability to work independently; ability to maintain records and logs; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with residents and associates. 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: 

Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school and considerable experience with boilers, chillers, multi-household plumbing, residential HVAC, and sprinkler systems; considerable experience in skilled building repair and maintenance work. 

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: 

Plumbing license required within 12 months of employment .  Possession of a valid appropriate driver's license issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia and insurable under the vehicle insurance policy of the Authority. Personal transportation is required.