MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN

Overview: Beyond Housing is a nationally recognized community development organization dedicated to strengthening families and transforming our under-resourced communities to create a stronger, more equitable, and prosperous St. Louis, once and for all.

Position: Maintenance Technicians are responsible for a wide variety of skilled and unskilled tasks relating to the repair and upkeep of a growing rental portfolio of 800 single-family scattered site homes and apartments.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Electrical- perform routine electrical repairs such as: wiring, fuses, fixtures and sockets, and repair/install/service HVAC systems

Plumbing- perform routine plumbing repairs such as: replace/repair/service water heaters, clear drain lines, replace broken pipes-worn out washers- gaskets and or faucets- and floats.

Carpentry- perform routine carpentry repair such as: kitchen cabinets, window screens/glass, door locks, and plaster/drywall

Mechanical- perform routine mechanical repair such as: repair/diagnose all major appliances, operate mower, snow blower, auger, and other needed power tools

Pest Control- perform semi-annual and as needed pest control services

Other tasks such as: interior and exterior painting, floor tile installation and repair, interior cleaning, lawn mowing, leaf raking, tree/shrub trimming, debris removal, snow removal, and other landscaping duties.

Inventory- identifying, cataloging, and procuring necessary materials used in maintenance operations

Basic troubleshooting and routine maintenance.

Recognize when specialized knowledge is needed

Other duties as assigned

Supervisor:

Maintenance Superintendent

Salary and Benefits:

Full-time hourly position with benefits for full-time position as determined in Beyond Housing Employee Handbook

$21-25 per hour

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position.  They are not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required.  Beyond Housing is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

ADA – Beyond Housing is committed to furthering the purpose of the American with Disabilities Act (ADA).  The company is always willing to consider reasonable accommodations, which may allow a disabled person to perform this or any other job.  The summary of physical requirements is a list of what we believe at this point to be necessary in order to perform the essential functions of the job.

Experience and Qualifications:
High school diploma or GED required

2 years’ experience in rental maintenance and/or similar field required

An above average knowledge of electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and mechanical systems

Ability to carry out other tasks, perform physical labor, operate tools and machinery, and lift at least 80 lbs.

Ability to work in wet, damp, hot, cold, or dusty places

Ability to stoop or kneel in order to gain access to work areas

Ability to work while standing for extended periods of time

Ability to communicate professionally with tenants

Must respond to 24-hour maintenance emergencies during evening, weekend, and holiday hours. Schedule is based on a department rotation

Must have valid class E license and valid insurance. Truck or van transportation is preferred

Personal Qualities: 

Collaborative -- A dynamic personality that is collaboratively minded, can recognize and identify strengths, seek consensus around mutual goals, and build meaningful relationships.

Creative and Curious -- A systems-thinker and builder, who is not afraid to be innovative in designing solutions and has skills in articulating these ideas and concepts.

Methodical -- Strong analytical, systems, and problem solving skills to evaluate performance, prepare reports, and recommend/implement solutions using independent judgment. Ability to move from concepts to action through strong program design and evaluation.

Reliable -- Leadership skills that reflect and value a team approach, demonstrated integrity, effectiveness, efficiency, and the ability to deliver high quality service. Highly capable of handling multiple tasks, projects and timelines. Excellent oral and written communications skills.

Trusted -- Ability to work with residents, partners, and staff of diversified backgrounds with a positive, optimistic, solutions oriented attitude. Shares a deep respect for the community, its stakeholders and the residents that we serve.

Driven -- Passion for the work and an interest in continuous learning and improvement.