Maintenance Mechanic III

Position Title: Maintenance Mechanic III Classification Title: Coordinator III Reports to: Maintenance Supervisor Department: Asset Management FLSA & Union Status: Hourly; Non-Exempt Employment Status: Full-Time Summary The primary purpose of this position is to maintain LMHA housing sites and grounds. The incumbent coordinates and performs repairs to the interior and exterior of Authority structures, including electrical, plumbing, carpentry, painting, and plastering duties in response to work orders generated by service requests or unit inspections. This position also performs repairs on maintenance equipment as needed. All activities must support the Lucas Metropolitan Housing Authority ("LMHA" or "Authority") mission, strategic goals, and objectives. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Responds to work orders submitted by tenants or Authority staff members and completes all assigned work in a timely manner. Monitors projects to ensure compliance with established laws, codes, ordinances, regulations, policies and procedures. Performs carpentry repairs to damaged walls, roofs, woodwork, floors, gutters and downspouts, garage doors, fences, gates, windows, cabinets, doorbells, and interior and exterior doors; replaces fixture if it cannot be repaired. Uses brushes, rollers and airless spray equipment to apply the required number of coats of paint, enamel, varnish, lacquer, or other protective or decorative material on a variety of surfaces, including wall and ceiling board, wood, metal, plaster, stucco, concrete, or brick. Repairs plaster, patches old plaster, and removes loose plaster in Authority properties. Repairs or replaces wiring and parts for electrical outlets, switches, light fixtures, and breaker switches and fuses; checks for and repairs gas leaks. Repairs or replaces plumbing fixtures and fittings, including but not limited to showers, faucets, drains, sewer lines, toilets, sinks, water heaters, and water pumps. Conducts daily inspections of LMHA housing and grounds to identify needs; disseminates information among team members. Utilizes work order system and ensures that materials, job codes, and labor hours are properly recorded; completes appropriate work order documentation for all maintenance tasks. Repairs and maintains ground maintenance equipment and automotive and motorized equipment. Orders maintenance supplies; maintains inventory and returns equipment and unused supplies to storage. Performs after-hours emergency service on a scheduled or rotating basis. Meets all job safety requirements and all applicable OSHA/PERRP safety standards that pertain to essential functions and maintains licenses and certifications as required. Performs other duties as assigned. Education and/or Experience High School Diploma or GED equivalent and a minimum of four (4) years of experience in construction or building maintenance, or vocational training focusing in carpentry, plumbing, and electrical repairs. Any trades certifications or licenses, such as Journeyman Plumber, Electrician and HVAC are preferred. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. Must possess a valid Ohio or Michigan driver’s license and be insurable under the Authority’s plan. Technical Skills To perform this job successfully, the employee should be able to operate a variety of applicable hand‑held tools and devices. Must have the ability to learn other programs as required by assigned tasks. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. To perform this job successfully, the employee is frequently required to travel to various Authority properties to perform maintenance work. Daily movements include sitting; standing; reaching and grasping; operating handheld tools and other machinery; moving about the properties; and attending onsite meetings and offsite meetings. The employee must be able to exchange information in person, in writing, and via telephone. The employee must occasionally transport up to 50 pounds. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Position generally works at Authority properties, which may cause the employee to experience a range in temperatures and other weather conditions. The noise level may be loud and the environment may be more hazardous than a standard office environment. This position may be required to work with contractors as well as Authority residents. This description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions; it does not proscribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. #J-18808-Ljbffr