Maintenance Technician (Maintenance Tech)

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Performs duties and responsibilities commensurate with assigned functional area which may include any combination of the following tasks: PERFORMANCE AREA #1 and#149; Conduct daily activities in accordance with the policies and rules of the Housing Authority, as well as Federal, State, and local agency laws, ordinances and regulations pertaining to housing authority activities. and#149; Practice safety precautions and be always safety conscious. and#149; Identify, report, and repair (when within scope of duties) safety hazards and code violations. and#149; Provide on-the-job training to other employees as necessary. and#149; Participate in assignments involving painting, masonry, plumbing, hvac, carpentry, electrical and other craft skills in repairs to buildings, equipment. and#149; Perform masonry, stucco, plaster, and concrete work in connection with buildings, hardscape and foundations. and#149; Maintain generators as applicable to assigned site. and#149; Maintain life safety station. and#149; Ensure generators for elevators are properly fueled, as applicable. and#149; Evaluate maintenance requests and make recommendations regarding the need to hire an outside contractor to perform the job. and#149; Clean a wide variety of heating, ventilating, air-conditioning and other mechanical equipment. Repair or replace wall heaters and exhaust fans. and#149; Replace or repair screens, windows, kitchen cabinets, door locks, etc. Install windows and window glass. Repair and install window coverings. Install various appurtenances and fixtures. and#149; Perform a variety of electrical tasks. Repair or replace light switches, receptacle outlets, light fixtures, circuit breakers. Test light switches and electrical outlets. Conduct ground fault detection tests. and#149; Perform a variety of carpentry tasks. Install replace and/or repair doors install and/or repair cabinets and handrails. Repair gutters and downspouts. Replace and/or install floor tiles. Repair sheet-rocked walls and ceilings. and#149; Operate and repair hand and power tools, and mechanical equipment. Perform equipment preventive maintenance tasks such as checking for proper equipment operation, lubricating bearings, changing air filters, and changing heat exchanger and condenser coils. and#149; Drive trucks, tractors, and other powered equipment. and#149; Perform a variety of plumbing tasks. Unstop sewers and drains. Measure, cut, thread, join and install supply, drain, and vent piping. Maintain, and repair all pipes, fittings, fixtures and water systems. and#149; Inspect and repair plumbing fixtures, check drain lines to insure they are free of obstruction. and#149; Fill out and/or complete work orders, reports, inspections, inventories, requisitions, and other written documents. and#149; Perform any other duties as assigned. PERFORMANCE AREA #2 Work is generally performed in an outdoor setting in all types of weather conditions with exposure to outdoor elements, often involving bending, stooping, crawling, and working at heights. Work frequently involves moving from one physical location to another throughout the workday, and involves exposure to hazardous chemicals, dust, dirt, solvents, cleaners, and lubricants related to work assignments following proper safety precautions. Incumbents must be able to lift to 50 pounds unassisted. COMPETENCIES To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies: ETHICS - Treats people with respect; meets commitments; inspires the trust of others, works with integrity and ethically; upholds organizational values. PROBLEM SOLVING - Works well in group problem solving situations; uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics. CUSTOMER SERVICE - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; responds promptly to customer needs; solicits customer feedback to improve service; responds to requests or service and assistance; meets commitments. INTERPERSONAL SKILLS - Focuses on solving conflict, not blame; maintains confidentiality; listens to others without interrupting; keeps emotions under control; remain open to others' ideas and tries new things. BILINGUAL COMMUNICATION - Speaks, reads, and writes English clearly; Spanish is a plus; listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions, demonstrates group presentation skills; participates in meetings. WRITTEN COMMUNICATION - Writes clearly and informatively; edits work for spelling and grammar; varies writing style to meet needs; presents numerical data effectively; able to read and interpret written information. TEAMWORK - Gives and welcomes feedback; contributes to building a positive team spirit; puts success of the team above own interest; supports everyone's efforts to succeed. ORGANIZATIONAL SUPPORT - Follows policies and procedures; completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; supports organization's goals and values; benefits organization through outside activities; supports affirmative action and respects diversity. JUDGEMENT - Displays willingness to make decisions; exhibits sound and accurate judgment; supports and explains reasoning for decisions; includes appropriate people in decision-making process; makes timely decisions. PROFESSIONALISM - Approaches others in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; accepts responsibility for own actions; follows through on commitments. ADAPTABILTIY - Adapts to changes in the work environment; manages competing demands; changes approach or method to best fit the situation; able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events. ATTENDANCE/PUNCTUALITY - Is consistently at work and on time; ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; arrives at meetings and appointments on time. DEPENDABILTIY - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; takes responsibility for own actions; keep commitments; commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan. INITIATIVE - Volunteers readily; undertakes self-development activities; seeks increased responsibilities; takes independent actions and calculated risks; looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; asks for and offers help when needed. KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITY REQUIREMENTS and#149; Ability and willingness to practice and enforce applicable safety rules and regulations of the work area to include wearing safety equipment such as back braces, gloves, goggles and safety shoes as needed to ensure compliance with safety policies. and#149; Ability to utilize all electrical and hand tools to include a ruler, hammer, square, level, skill saw, and sander as needed to perform maintenance activities. and#149; Knowledge of standard practices of multiple building trades, including the use of materials and tools. and#149; Knowledge of electrical, gas and water connections. and#149; Ability to determine actions necessary in order to correct problems or errors encountered during maintenance activities. and#149; Knowledge of department policies, procedures and common practices regarding maintenance activities to include repairs or replacements. and#149; Ability to communicate orally with subordinates, tenants, and supervisors as needed to relay information or instructions tactfully regarding maintenance projects. and#149; Ability to maintain effective working relations with supervisors, subordinates, tenants and the general public. and#149; Ability to write clearly and complete required forms and paperwork as needed t