Maintenance Technician

Job Title: Maintenance Technician

Location: San Antonio, TX 78204

Duration: 6 months

Shift Timing: M-F 8am to 5pm

Role & Responsibilities:

• The Maintenance Technician, under the supervision of the Maintenance Supervisor, is responsible for repairs and maintenance of physical structures such as office buildings and apartment units using hand tools and power tools. This position performs routine tasks related to the maintenance, repairs and modifications of buildings, equipment and common areas as requested. Operates and maintains approved power tools and light mechanical equipment. Performs basic painting, carpentry, electrical and plumbing repair work of average difficulty in response to service requests and conducts inspections of apartments.
• The position duties and responsibilities listed below describe the general nature and scope of work. Other responsibilities, duties, and skills may be required and assigned, as needed. These essential functions require a consistent presence in the work environment on a regular basis and regular attendance must be maintained.
• Troubleshoots repairs or replaces wiring and parts for electrical outlets, switches, light fixtures, breaker switches/fuses and fittings (e.g. leaky faucets, clogged drain and sewer lines, damaged toilets, sinks and water cutoffs).
• carpentry, electrical and plumbing repair work of average difficulty in response to service.
• Implement weatherization plans.
• Maintains grounds by picking up litter, bulky items, trash, and debris, watering grass and plants, sweeping sidewalks and parking lots, raking leaves and cultivating plants.
• Maintain waste bins and clean areas around the waste bins to keep them generally clear of hazards.
• Scrapes, sands and/or apply cleaning agents by hand to prepare interior walls/ceilings for painting and may paint prepared surfaces with brush/roller. Use appropriate tools and ladders (8 to 10 feet).
• Performs make ready maintenance and cleans/disinfects commodes, sinks, bathtubs, walls, rest rooms, water fountains and replenishes restroom supplies to enhance sanitary conditions.
• Makes minor electrical, plumbing and carpentry repairs by replacing wall outlets, unstopping clogged drains and replacing door knobs.
• Routinely performs work outside of regular work schedule, to include the Weekly On Call rotation and scheduling.
• Assists skilled technicians in making major repairs.
• Operates electric buffers, vacuum cleaners, and other similar equipment in order to clean floors by sweeping, scrubbing, waxing, buffing, shampooing carpets and vacuuming carpets.
• Dust and polishes furniture, woodwork and shelving, and empties and cleans wastebaskets, ashtrays and windows to enhance housing quality standards.
• Operates gasoline powered equipment such as power washers, blowers, weed-eaters, etc.
• Uses manual strength and appliance dolly to set up tables and chairs according to simple diagrams for resident activities and to remove and/or install appliances, such as refrigerators and cook stoves.
• Assists with the coordination, implementation, set up, and cleanup of resident events, meetings, and other sponsored gatherings. Other event duties may include directing traffic.
• Prepares for REAC inspections.
• Clean and maintain swimming pools.
• Working overtime and on-call is required as necessary.

Education Required:

• High School Diploma or General ED.

Experience Required:

• Twelve(12) months of experience in general maintenance and upkeep of physical structures.
• Six months may be acceptable.
• Trainees exposed to the Make Ready Unit.
• Basic Computer Literacy. Knowledge of the use of Google Gmail or other similar email systems.
• Basic keyboarding and computer mouse skills. Knowledge of desktop PCs.
• Ability to use Android cell phone or mobile device to process work orders, inspections, take photos and upload to Google drive software.
• Ability to maintain complex passwords or mobile device security code confidential and available for access to business devices.
• Successful completion of a criminal history background check, education and work history verification and drug screening test.

License + Certificates Required;

• Texas Class "C" driver's license at the time of placement and be insurable by the Housing Authority's liability and fleet insurance carrier.
• Pass all appropriate components of the gas operator training within the first year of employment and meet any renewal requirements.
• Obtain required MT Certification order to perform electrical maintenance within 18 months
• (depending on availability).
• Certificate for Apartment Maintenance Technicians (CAMT) within 18 months of employment
• (depending on availability).
• Must have the ability to earn certifications as required by assigned tasks.

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Associates Degree in social services, business management, management and or related fields.
• Certification (MT Permit) through the City of San Antonio for Electrical Maintenance.
• Experience with accessing customer portals for access to benefits and business intranet.
• Understanding of how to connect to Wi-Fi networks.