Housing Maintenance Technician

This is a Salem Housing Authority position, which is a separate employer from the City of Salem. Make an impact: The Housing Authority of the City of Salem is seeking a skilled motivated individual to work as a Maintenance Technician. The Maintenance Technician will be responsible for performing various general maintenance and repair duties, and managing routine equipment and facility matters. This position will work under the guidance of a Lead Maintenance Mechanic. If you are dedicated, organized self-motivator looking for the chance to use your maintenance and repair skills, and you enjoy making a difference helping others, then we invite you to join our team. Learn and grow: The Housing Authority of the City of Salem values employees and their professional development and we pride ourselves on providing a great work-life balance. We are committed to growing the capabilities of our people, where you can work with diverse individuals, explore new ways of thinking, and expand your capabilities. Experience this chance to utilize and expand your skill set while working with a solid and knowledgeable team. What you will do: The Maintenance Technician is an essential part of the Salem Housing Authority by keeping our building systems within housing facilities running. As a Maintenance Technician you will schedule and perform routine preventative and emergency maintenance and service, including grounds maintenance and landscape. You will use your repair expertise to quickly respond to internal services calls regarding malfunctioning equipment, work orders for machine and equipment replacement, and complete equipment maintenance and repairs. The successful candidate for this position will have considerable knowledge and understanding of the function and operation of building maintenance, performing general maintenance for housing properties. The successful candidate for this position will have experience problem-solving, responding to issues efficiently and completing projects within anticipated deadlines with minimum supervision. This position may be assigned to work in Permanent Supportive Housing that requires patience, compassion and understanding as the Housing Authority works with community partners to help serve our most vulnerable population that may have been previously unhoused. You will communicate effectively and provide information to tenants and co-workers regarding ground and building maintenance procedures. The Maintenance Technician may occasionally act in a lead role directing the job site tasks of other maintenance mechanics, volunteers, or vocational rehabilitation trainees. Additional information on job responsibilities: Conduct and document regular, annual, inspections of housing units and buildings. Install doors and trim. Perform semi-skilled and skilled maintenance and constructions activities. Use a variety of power and hand tools to perform job functions. Conduct repairs to heating systems, light electrical systems, mechanical, and ventilation systems, plumbing repairs, and other mechanical systems. Planning, decision making, and problem-solving skills. Perform emergency repairs on various types of machinery, appliance repair, including replace worn or damaged parts in a timely manner. Sheetrock repair. HVAC repair. Painting. Respond to work orders concerning service, modification, or installation of machinery. Maintain, repair, and operate fire & life safety systems, pumps and other electrical controls and systems in accordance with American Standards of Mechanical Engineers. Work and communicate with diverse groups/population in an effective and supportive fashion. Lift up to 100 pounds occasionally and/or up to 50 pounds frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds constantly to move objects with or without accommodation. Perform other essential work duties as required. What can we offer you for all your hard work? Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family. Paid vacation and sick time in accordance with City policies. Competitive pay. Employer-paid PERS contribution of 6%. Opportunity for voluntary pre-tax contributions to a 457b account. Health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts. Voluntary long-term care. Employee wellness program. Employee assistance program. Employee health clinic. Work Schedule: The work schedule for this position is typically Monday- Friday, 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. This position may work after-hours to support a 24/7 operations, as well as some standby, overtime, weekend shifts and/or holidays. What are the minimum qualifications? Must pass the pre-employment background check. Must possess a valid Oregon Class C driver license and the ability to meet the Salem Housing Authority's driving standards. High school diploma or GED, and three (3) years of experience in building grounds maintenance and landscaping and residential building maintenance in areas such as painting, carpentry, plumbing or masonry, or any equivalent combination of experience or training which provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities. Preferred Qualifications (Not required to apply): Bilingual skills preferred. What you will bring along: Working with a diverse group of coworkers and clients; Manage multiple projects and tasks simultaneously; Provide exemplary customer service; Excellent Communication skills; Provide a workplace that actively promotes an environment respectful of living and working in a multicultural society; Maintain good working relationships with other employees, agencies, and the public; and perform work effectively during changing priorities and interruptions. The Urban Renewal Agency and the Salem Housing Authority are separate municipal corporations. The Agency contracts with the City for services and the Authority is led by the Housing Administrator within the Urban Development department. About us: Salem Housing Authority's mission is to assist low- and moderate-income families to achieve self-sufficiency through stable housing, economic opportunity, community investment, and coordination with social service providers. This is a great opportunity to help positively impact your community. Come work in a positive and supportive work environment that enforces a safe workplace, has a culture of teamwork and communication, promotes the organizational values of workplace diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), and actively promotes an environment respectful of living and working in multicultural society. The City of Salem is the second largest City in the State of Oregon, located in the heart of Willamette Valley, and is the capital city of Oregon with a population over 180,000. Centrally located, Salem is 47 miles south of Portland and an hour from the Cascade Mountains to the east and an hour from the ocean beaches to the west. Salem is an exceptional community for living and working with exciting new and comfortable well-established neighborhoods and carefully preserved historic buildings. A full-service City, Salem has eight primary departments: Community Planning and Development, Finance, Fire, Enterprise Services, Legal, Police, Public Works, and Community and Urban Development. Several departments also have functional divisions within their department. The City has five labor unions and employs roughly 1,350 talented and dedicated staff members. The Urban Renewal Agency and the Salem Housing Authority are separate municipal corporations. The Agency contracts with the City for services and the Authority is led by the Housing Administrator within the Community Planning and Urban Development department. Where can I find out more about the position? Go to the menu option for Class Specifications and search for Housing Maint Mechanic , I or view by clicking here. How can I apply? The City of Salem and Salem Housing Authority invites individuals of all diverse communities and backgrounds to apply for our available job opportunities as we strive to provide the best service to everyone. The City of Salem is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all and has a culture that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. We believe that by welcoming differences, encouraging new ideas and views, listening to, and learning from each other, we are better able to serve the community. To apply, click on the green "Apply" button to complete your application. Hiring managers do not have access to view resumes as part of the application review process. Please ensure that the details of your application, including work history, demonstrate how you meet the qualifications for the position. Click here to fill out the Section 3 Employment Preference Form and submit with your employment application. 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