Job Information
King County Housing Authority Site-Based Maintenance Mechanic - Ballinger Homes (Shoreline) in Tukwila, Washington
Job Summary
Please note this position is open until filled; however, to ensure consideration applications should be received by July 12th, 2024 at 4:30 p.m. * We are currently recruiting for an experienced and skilled maintenance professional to maintain, service and repair the housing units for our Ballinger Homes portfolio in Shoreline, Washington. KCHA has a reputation for excellence in affordable housing and the successful candidate will ensure that the portfolio is kept in outstanding condition through regular preventative maintenance as well as general grounds maintenance. Another meaningful aspect of this role is the need for excellent customer service in working with a richly diverse group of tenants. The individual selected for this role will be relied on for broad knowledge and experience in the field of maintenance. The housing in this portfolio will require regular maintenance to include the upkeep and cleaning of the buildings and public areas, as well as any required maintenance for the residential units, appliances, and associated equipment. As a fully occupied portfolio, the Site-Based Maintenance Mechanic will perform duties as needed including painting, carpentry, minor plumbing and electrical work, grounds maintenance and custodial cleaning. Occasionally there will be a need to respond to over-time emergency calls. This position is represented by the Seattle King County Building Trades Council. King County Housing Authority (KCHA), an independent municipal organization is a high performing nationally recognized leader in affordable housing. To learn more about KCHA and our Mission visit this link{tabindex="0" rel="nofollow"}. *We transform lives through housing.**
Essential Functions
The Site-Based Maintenance Mechanic will:
Assist in the maintenance, servicing, repair, and alteration of occupied and vacant housing units for the Authority, including carpentry, painting, plumbing, heating, air conditioning, and repair to electrical and mechanical systems. Maintain and repair roofing systems, including shingles, flashing, guttering, and related equipment; replace, patch, and repair roofing, siding and windows.
Install and repair plumbing fixtures; redirect, repair, and replace water supply and drain lines; repair waste and sewer lines; install sinks, faucets, toilets, and related plumbing fixtures.
Paint a variety of different surfaces using brushes, rollers, and spray equipment; prepare surfaces for painting and resurfacing; prime and prepare for painting by taping, mudding, and texturing; repair damaged sheet rock walls.
Support grounds maintenance such as mowing, trimming, and garbage/junk removal as needed.
Develop and design scope of work required for unit repairs; advise on project/repair best practices and methods in coordination with other entities; initiates and/or receives work orders, determine work requirements, and materials, tools, and equipment needed.
Oversee and maintain a strict unit and building key system; install and repair locks; produce new or replacement keys.
Diagnose equipment failures and repairs; maintain and replace equipment and parts; perform adjustments to heating and air conditioning equipment and appliances; inspect, clean, and replace filters, pumps, and equipment controls; calibrate controls on cooling and heating units; perform preventative maintenance on heating and air conditioning equipment; grease and change belts.
Troubleshoot and address electrical problems, power lighting, CATV, breakers, DHP, and HVAC; replace electrical fixtures, switches, outlets, and wiring; troubleshoot outlets, switches, GFIs, light fixtures, heaters thermostats, water heaters.
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