Maintenance Technician II

Join to apply for the Maintenance Technician II role at Plymouth Housing. This unionized position is represented by Local 8 of the Office and Professional Employees International Union (OPEIU). Starting wage is $41.39 an hour. Job Summary The Maintenance Technician II assists with residential unit turnovers and performs maintenance repairs on building systems at all Plymouth Housing Group buildings. The incumbent works both independently and collaboratively with the maintenance team. The role involves working in occupied and unoccupied units, sometimes under conditions that may include pests, needles, and bodily fluids. Compared to the Maintenance Technician I, this position requires additional experience, specialized trade expertise, after?hours on?hand duties, and the capability to assess and resolve complex maintenance repairs. Essential Job Functions Diagnose maintenance problems and perform minor and major repairs and preventative maintenance procedures in all Plymouth buildings. Maintain logs, troubleshoot, and make repairs to mechanical, boiler, electrical, and plumbing systems; assess need for vendor repairs. Complete multiple work order requests daily, accurately documenting all work performed and time applied; track materials used. Draw supplies from inventory following established procedures; maintain supply inventory by properly storing, logging, and stocking materials and tools. Maintain all equipment, tools, and shop in a clean and organized working order. Promote good relations with tenants and those working at Plymouth by being courteous. Communicate in a professional manner with staff. Perform carpentry duties, e.g., hang doors, install jams, trim, install shelving, cabinets, and countertops. Perform electrical repairs, e.g., appliances, refrigerators, wiring, replace fixtures. Repair or replace broken plumbing fixtures; clear drains and replace copper, lead, and plastic pipes. Repair and patch walls, including lath and plaster; install sheetrock; perform mudding and taping; paint exterior and interior surfaces. Contribute to cost and quality control of supplies and work methods. Respond to emergencies to protect staff, tenants, and facilities. Locksmithmake keys, lock repair, lock?out response. Drive Plymouth?owned vehicles to access buildings, purchase, and deliver materials as well as donations. Contribute to the success of the maintenance team by demonstrating completion of work in a clean, professional manner with efficient use of time and resources. Must have excellent communication skills; able to clearly describe work completed to multiple concerned parties. Perform at?hand duties for after?hours emergencies on a rotating basis with other staff. Perform other work?related duties as assigned by Facilities Manager. Additional Job Functions (May Be Requested) May apply pesticides to interior of residential units and common areas. Assist with janitorial needs and dump runs. Essential Job Qualifications Education: High school diploma, GED certification, or equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience. Experience: Two years of experience in multi?family building maintenance (plumbing, carpentry, electrical, appliance repair, and locksmithing) or two years of increasingly responsible experience in at least one of the following specialized trades: finish carpentry, HVAC, electrical, or plumbing. Licensure/Certification: Valid Washington State Driver License with a fully insurable driving record. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Able to communicate and work effectively with a diverse group of voices. Ability to assess problems in occupied residential buildings. Ability to operate Plymouth?owned vehicles. Basic computer skills or willingness to learn Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and other applications such as payroll systems. Ability to understand written instructions on work orders. Ability to arrive at the Downtown Seattle building within 45 minutes for after?hours on?hand duties as needed. Desired Qualifications: Experience working with a diverse low?income population is desired. Trade school program certifications are desired. Experience in multiple specialized trades (finish carpentry, HVAC, electrical, and/or plumbing) is desired. For a full list of our benefits, please visit https://plymouthhousing.org/benefits-staff/ #J-18808-Ljbffr