Maintenance Specialist

Starting Wage: $29.39 - $35.27/hour plus benefits

Closing Date: Open until filled. Priority will be given to applications received by 5:00 pm on Friday, April 5th 2024.

Everett Housing Authority Mission Statement: The Everett Housing Authority creates affordable housing, fosters healthy communities where households thrive, and replaces systemic racism with equity for all.

Looking for an opportunity to work for an organization that really makes a difference in the lives of others? Look no further. Come join our team as a Maintenance Specialist at the Everett Housing Authority.

If you’re looking for a great benefits package we have that as well!

• Accrue up to 12 vacation days in your first year of employment;
• 13 paid sick leave days;
• 12 paid scheduled Holidays plus 1 additional floating holiday per year;
• Medical/Dental/Life Insurance/Long Term Disability Insurance;
• State Retirement Fund;
• Flexible work schedule;
• Employee Assistance Program;
• Wellness Program;
• Tuition reimbursement.

The Position:

Are you someone who wants to be part of a unified team and is committed to serving others and something greater than yourself? Our maintenance department is the core of our organization, and we are looking for people who are committed to continually improving, learning new skills, and seeking to embody the highest standards. At EHA, not only will you find substantial meaning in your work, but you will also have a chance to serve your community, advance in your career, and gain skills that you can apply to all areas of life. Our best-in-class benefits ensure a healthy work-life balance, automatic membership with the Teamsters Local 38 union, tuition assistance, and generous time-off policies. In the EHA maintenance department, we take care of our people so they can take care of our buildings and ensure our residents have a safe, healthy place to live and thrive.

The Everett Housing Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TO OBTAIN THIS POSITION

Ability to successfully pass EHA’s “journey level” test in one of the following building trades: electrical, plumbing, heating & ventilation, appliance repair and carpentry.

New hires must have four (4) years of proven, paid experience working in at least one of these trades in order to qualify to take the test.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE OF/SKILL IN:

• Basic math skills;
• Drywall and sheetrock repair
• Electrical wire sizes and the loads they will allow;
• Advanced plumbing skills

REQUIRED ABILITY TO:

• Estimate labor and materials for assigned projects;
• Convert or transition different types of plumbing pipe material;
• Repair/Replace plumbing lines and fixtures;
• Troubleshoot and repair appliances and building's electrical components and wiring;
• Repair and replace concrete and drywall/sheetrock;
• Basic lock and bolt repair/replace;
• Pass Asbestos Awareness Class within 12 months of hire;
• Isolate electrical shorts in wiring systems;
• Understand, follow and give oral and written instructions in English;
• Make decisions without supervision;
• Provide leadership to subordinate employees;
• Computer skills that includes use of a PC and an IOS or Windows Tablet.

REQUIRED PROFICIENCY IN USE OF:
Backhoe, Pro Press, Pipe (ABS, PVC, CPVC, copper, and PEX), Power tools (Pneumatic, Electric, and Battery Powered), Air blow gun/Air snake, PPE (Personal Protective Equipment), Paint, Roofing material, Blowers, Hand tools, Plywood, Tractor, Bed Bug Heat Machine, Hand truck, Pressure washer, Truck Lift Gate, Drain snake, Key machine, Pumps, Van, Drill press, Ladders, Cell phone, Voltmeter, Drop cloth, Lumber, Respirator, IOS/Windows Tablet, Drywall, Masking tape, Rollers, PC

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be personally bondable for insurance purposes;
• Valid Washington State Driver's license and good driving record;
• Fair Housing Certification within 6 months of employment

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

This position is required to work indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions and is subject to heavy and strenuous work. Worker may encounter undesirable pests.