Temporary Maintenance and Refurbishment Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Position Summary:
The Temporary Maintenance/Refurbishment Technician is responsible for the overall maintenance of rental properties and for refurbishment repairs on vacant properties that require significant repairs in order to make them move-in ready.

Essential Functions:

• Perform a wide variety of maintenance items to address needs of residents in rental properties, may include, but not limited to, maintenance of areas of minor electrical, plumbing, heating, appliance repair, painting, flooring, and general cleaning.
• Ability to troubleshoot situations and accurately diagnose and make repairs as needed. Perform refurbishment repairs that may include framing, drywall, electrical, plumbing, flooring, cabinetry, window, roofing and painting.
• Perform full inspections that include: structure, mechanical, plumbing and electrical systems, appliances, basements, roofs, landscaping, etc.
• Writing of reports in a timely manner and prepare written lists for assessing maintenance needs and requesting materials.
• Work with a variety of hand tools and power tools. Maintain tools, equipment and supplies in a safe and orderly condition.
• Ability to drive to multiple locations within the work day.
• Ability to follow instructions and work within code requirements Perform work in appropriate manner to maintain a safe environment.
• Mailing of notices to tenants for upcoming inspections of occupied properties.
• Work with other maintenance technicians and PCRI staff to perform other related duties as assigned.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Education and/or Experience:
Minimum three (3) years of experience in property maintenance or related field.
Experience in the following areas listed below.

• Property Inspections: Must have the experience and/or training to adequately assess the physical condition of a property. Basic knowledge of residential home systems and components. Ability to observe, examine, measure, inspect, acquire data, evaluate and describe all aspects of a property under exposure to various weather conditions (cold, heat, rain, snow, etc.).
• Painting: Knowledge of applicable painting procedures and practices, LEAD paint safe practices, and current laws impacting the use and/or removal of paint; use of paints, stains, and varnishes using brushes, rollers and sprayers on a variety of surfaces, clean, sand, sandblast, scrape, brush and burn surfaces in preparations of painting; repairs surfaces to be painted including plastering, sheetrock, caulking and mold remediation; erect scaffolding and/or ladders and other contraptions as needed; move furniture and equipment as necessary; ability to mix/match paint.
• Flooring: Install, repair and maintain a variety of floor coverings to include: carpet, linoleum, marmoleum, vinyl, tile, etc; remove old flooring and prep subfloors; determine where to place seams and joints; measure and cut flooring materials to fit around obstructions; lay and tack down or glue pads in prep for carpeting; remove or replace baseboard molding; operate specialized machinery, equipment and tools.
• Plumbing: Install, repair and maintain sinks, tubs, toilets, appliance and trim; unblock drains, gutters; install plumbing systems and components; test pipe systems and fixtures for leaks and make repairs; perform scheduled service on plumbing systems and fixtures.
• HVAC: Install, diagnose, test repair and maintain heating, ventilation and air conditioning equipment; replace fans, belts, motors, gaskets, filters and compressors; lubricate parts; adjust and install switches, gauges, thermostats, valves, pressure regulators, controllers, and other parts; add refrigerants and oils, test for defective parts and make electrical repairs related to HVAC equipment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of safety practices and hazardous conditions to provide a safe work environment.
• Knowledge of carpentry, landscaping, plumbing and electrical repair.
• Ability to work collaboratively with vendors and staff.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage time effectively

Necessary Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Ability to work with diverse population
Knowledge of N/NE Portland

Supervisory Responsibilities:
This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Other Requirements:
Current drivers’ license and work vehicle. Maintain minimum car insurance as required by the State of Oregon.

WORKING CONDITIONS:
This job operates in an office setting. This role routinely uses standard office equipment. Office hours are Monday through Friday 8:00am-4:30pm.

COMPENSATION / BENEFITS:
This is a Temporary role for 6 mths without getting any benefits. The hourly compensation for this role will be $20-$27/hr. This role works Monday-Friday from 8am-4:30pm PT .

WORK ENVIRONMENT / COMPANY VALUES:
This is not a remote position and is an in the office setting. PCRI is a fast-paced, highly engaged work environment. We strive to communicate effectively and respectfully within the context of varying beliefs, behaviors, orientations, identities and cultural backgrounds. We actively seek opportunities for professional development for our staff and promote a willingness to change for continual improvement. PCRI is an EEO employer committed to the inclusion of all people in our workplace and programs. PCRI employees work on site and do not have any remote capabilities. This is an onsite role without an option to be hybrid or remote.

Undergoing and passing a pre-employment criminal background and drug test/physical exam may be required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to regularly walk up and down stairs up to 8 hours per day.
• Must have the ability to stoop, twist, reach, and pull.
• Must be able to sit and/or stand for up to 8 hours a day.
• The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as viewing a computer terminal and extensive reading.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able perform each essential function and the physical demands satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Application Process:
Interested candidates should submit a resume and a cover letter addressing qualifications for the position via an online application system, by mail to the attention of Human Resources, PCRI, 6329 NE Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, Portland, Oregon, 97211, by email at View email address on us.fitly.work, or fax to View phone number on us.fitly.work. This position is open until filled. Please note that only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.