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Expected Hiring Range: $20.68 to 25.93 per hour
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Performs semi-skilled and skilled work in troubleshooting, diagnosing, repairing, and servicing residential units. Completes general maintenance duties such as: repairs and replaces doors, doorjambs, storm doors, and windows by performing limited carpentry. Replaces tile, sheetrock, bulbs, and provides general repairs to counters, cabinets, and floors. Repairs or replaces bathroom fixtures. Unstops drains and commodes. Performs repairs on water heaters and may be required to replace water heaters. Replaces pipes and fitting when necessary and caulks around tubs, counters, showers, and sinks. Diagnoses problems and determines needed repairs on various appliances and equipment including refrigerators, ranges, heating systems, air conditioners, and water heaters. Assesses and troubleshoots work to be completed; obtains needed supplies and equipment; and independently completes tasks. Requires the application of journeyman level skills in several trades, particularly of the mechanical, plumbing, carpentry, and electrical variety.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Must possess and maintain a valid NC driver’s license. Drug testing, DMV, and criminal background check required.
DESIRABLE EDUCATION AND TRAINING
Graduation from high school or its equivalent and 3 years experience in the maintenance field; or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required skills, knowledge, and abilities.
The mission of the Raleigh Housing Authority is to provide safe, quality, affordable housing to low and moderate income families in the greater Raleigh community, and to promote personal responsibility and self-sufficiency of residents while maintaining the fiscal integrity of the agency.
Raleigh Housing Authority (RHA) offers a diverse and interesting array of services that provide for various opportunities for employment and a gratifying work experience with the opportunity for growth within the agency. We offer career opportunities in the following areas: Administrative, Clerical, Accounting, Finance, Information Technology, Human Resources, Housing Eligibility, Housing Inspections, Property Management, Contract Administration, Real Estate Development, Skilled Trades, Landscaping and Grounds, and General Maintenance.
RHA is an equal opportunity employer. We fully comply with all applicable laws that prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, political or labor affiliation, religion, sexual orientation, age, disability, or genetic information.
The State of North Carolina chartered the Raleigh Housing Authority (RHA), in 1938. The first two developments constructed to replace substandard housing in the City of Raleigh were occupied in 1940 and 1941. Currently, RHA owns and manages over 1,400 public housing units and administers over 3,921 Section 8 vouchers. The occupancy rate for public housing is 99+% and the Section 8 Program is 100% utilized. There is a waiting list for both programs.
RHA has a nine-member Board of Commissioners that provides oversight for the Authority. Under HUD’s report card called the Public Housing Assessment System, RHA is rated as a “High Performer”. Our most recent score was 97 out of 100. RHA is active in the following areas:
Capital Fund Program
Resident Initiatives
Housing for Seniors
