Maintenance Technician II

The Maintenance Technician II assists with residential unit turnovers and performs maintenance repairs on building systems at all Plymouth Housing Group buildings. The incumbent in this position is a member of the Maintenance team and is expected to work in collaboration with others as well as independently. This position requires that the employee work in occupied and unoccupied units in conditions that may include exposure to pests, needles and bodily fluids. This position is distinguished from the Maintenance Technician I position in that it requires additional experience and expertise in a specialized trade; participation in after-hours OC duties; and will be called upon by supervisors to assess and resolve complex maintenance repairs. 

This is a unionized position, represented by Local 8 of the Office and Professional Employees International Union (OPEIU).  

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

(Responsibilities, accountabilities, and competencies; may not include all duties of this job)

• Diagnose maintenance problems and perform minor and major repairs and preventative maintenance procedures in all Plymouth buildings.  
• Maintain logs, trouble shoot and make repairs to mechanical, boiler, electrical and plumbing systems.  Assess need for repairs by vendors.
• Complete multiple work order requests on a daily basis. Accurately document 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 of materials and tools. 
• Maintain all equipment, tools and shop in a clean and organized working order.  
• Promote good relations with tenants and others 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, etc.
• Repair or replace broken plumbing fixtures.  Clear drains, and replace copper, lead and plastic pipes.
• Repair and patch walls, including lath and plaster. Install sheet rock. 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. 
• Locksmith – make 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 and 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 OC 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:

(Any equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, abilities, education, and experience)

Education: High school diploma, GED certification or an 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 a minimum of one of the following specialized trades:  Finish Carpentry, HVAC, Electrical or Plumbing.  

Licensure/Certification (or ability to obtain): Valid Washington State Driver License with 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 ability to familiarize and learn how to use Microsoft Outlook email and enter data in Microsoft excel along with other applications i.e., payroll system.  
• Ability to communicate and understand written instructions on work orders.

• Ability to arrive at Downtown Seattle building within 45 minutes for after hours OC duties on an as need basis.  

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience working with a diverse low-income population is desired. 
• Trade school program certifications is desired.  
• Experience in multiple specialized trades: Finish Carpentry, HVAC, Electrical and/or Plumbing is desired. 

For a full list of our benefits, please go to https://plymouthhousing.org/benefits-staff/