Maintenace Technician

Maintenance Technician

Dept/Div: Maintenance FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

General Definition of Work

Performs intermediate skilled trades work maintaining and repairing various operating systems within housing units,

performing unit turns, maintaining equipment and tools, performing routine maintenance, and related work as apparent

or assigned. Work is performed under the limited supervision of the Executive Director.

Qualification Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The

requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable

accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential Functions

Conducts regular mechanical and electrical system checks; makes necessary repairs to reduce frequency and severity of

service interruptions; arranges periodic checks of all safety systems; ensures all properties comply with local and state

codes.

Ensures that routine maintenance and repairs are completed in an efficient and timely manner; ensures purchases of and

quotes for equipment are within department budget.

Prepares vacant units for occupancy by repairing any damage, painting, cleaning, and ensuring mechanical systems are

operational; ensures all work performed is in accordance with local HRA and HUD standards; coordinates with office

manager to determine priority of work; conducts move-in and move-out inspections as well as routine inspections.

Operates and maintains equipment required for repairs, maintenance, and snow removal; maintains a clean and

functional work area; accounts for inventory and assets.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Thorough knowledge of building maintenance systems approaches and techniques; thorough knowledge of agency

policies and procedures; thorough knowledge of federal and state housing codes and regulations, especially HUD

regulations; thorough knowledge of emergency cut off points for circuit breakers, safety valves, fuses, etc.; thorough

knowledge of any dangers present; ability to quickly and accurately diagnose issues and determine repair options; skill

operating various maintenance machines efficiently and effectively; ability to work a non-traditional schedule to

accommodate call-outs and emergencies; ability to prioritize work; ability to establish and maintain effective working

relationships with associates and the general public.

Education and Experience

High school diploma or GED and moderate experience in electrical, carpentry, plumbing, and HVAC, or equivalent

combination of education and experience.

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Maintenance Technician

Dept/Div: Maintenance FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Physical Requirements

This work requires the regular exertion of up to 10 pounds of force, frequent exertion of up to 25 pounds of force and

occasional exertion of up to 100 pounds of force; work regularly requires standing, using hands to finger, handle or feel

and lifting, frequently requires speaking or hearing, reaching with hands and arms and repetitive motions and

occasionally requires walking, sitting, climbing or balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling, tasting or

smelling and pushing or pulling; work has standard vision requirements; 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; work requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data, visual inspection involving small

defects and/or small parts, using of measuring devices, assembly or fabrication of parts within arms length, operating

machines, operating motor vehicles or equipment and observing general surroundings and activities; work frequently

requires exposure to fumes or airborne particles and occasionally requires wet, humid conditions (non-weather),

exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals, exposure to outdoor weather conditions, exposure to the risk of electrical shock

and exposure to bloodborne pathogens and may be required to wear specialized personal protective equipment; work is

generally in a moderately noisy location (e.g. business office, light traffic).

Special Requirements

HVAC training.

Lead Based Paint training within 6 months of hire.

Valid driver's license.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.02 - $23.34 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Ability to Relocate:

• Hibbing, MN 55746: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person