Maintenance Tech II

Maintenance Tech II Maintenance Tech II Job Description Classification: Maintenance Supervisor: Maintenance Supervisor Position Status: Non-Exempt Employment Status: Full Time Revision Date: April 14th, 2026 Pay Range: $19-$22 per/hour Position Summary / Objectives The duties listed below illustrate the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements regarding duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment in association with this position. Undertakes and performs the following and all other work-related duties as assigned. Performs general maintenance and repairs across multiple trades, including plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and mechanical systems. Diagnoses issues and completes interior and exterior repairs to maintain safe, functional, and compliant housing conditions. Installs, repairs, and maintains fixtures, appliances, and building systems (e.g., HVAC, plumbing, electrical). Completes carpentry work ranging from structural repairs to finish work such as cabinetry, trim, and flooring. Conducts routine inspections and assists in assessing property damage and determining repair needs. Maintains roofs, foundations, drainage systems, and other structural components of buildings and grounds. Prepares surfaces and performs painting, finishing, and general upkeep of interior and exterior spaces. Operates and maintains tools, equipment, vehicles, and small engines safely and effectively. Responds to emergency and after-hours maintenance requests as needed. Ensures compliance with safety standards and reports hazardous or non-compliant conditions promptly. Knowledge, Skills. and Abilities Required Strong knowledge of maintenance trades, including tools, materials, and repair methods across multiple disciplines. Understanding of building codes, safety standards, and Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA) accessibility requirements. Familiarity with Uniform Physical Condition Standards (UPCS) and inspection standards to ensure compliance and property quality. Proficiency in using hand and power tools, reading technical documents, and completing maintenance reports. Ability to communicate effectively, follow instructions, and work collaboratively with staff and residents. High school graduate (or GED) or possess a vocational technician certification beyond high school, with two (2) years' experience or training in building construction or maintenance, or in the repair or maintenance of mechanical equipment or an equivalent combination of technical training and experience. The following Certifications must be obtained within one (1) year of employment or other allowable period of hire as authorized by the Executive Director or his/her designee. Certified Apartment Maintenance Technician (CAMT) Renovations, Repair or Painting (RRP) Lead Uniform Physical Condition Standard (UPCS) Fair Housing Supervision Controls The employee receives instructions from the Maintenance Supervisor. Generally, methods of accomplishing assignments are at the discretion of the employee within parameters established by supervisor and repair manual guides. Deadlines, priorities, necessary guidelines, and scope of work are generally set by the supervisor and the employee's progress is monitored during each phase of the assignment and reviewed for compliance with procedures and for quality and completeness. The employee shows leadership abilities and may be required to be in charge of different small projects. The employee has no supervisory duties. Guidelines The employee follows established maintenance procedures, practices good judgment, and uses service manuals, shop drawings, and scope of work as needed and as applicable in performing assigned tasks. If a situation not covered by these guidelines arises, the employee consults the supervisor for guidance. Complexity Work performed by the employee may be routine or non-routine in nature depending on the situation and assignment. General troubleshooting, repair, unscheduled maintenance, and preventative maintenance tasks are generally routine and repetitive in nature, while the nature of some repairs may be highly complex. Occasionally, some tasks may require the exercise of personal judgment in making decisions on accomplishing assigned work. Scope and Effect The employee's work primarily affects other employees and the tenants in the Housing Agency. It also impacts the readiness and adequacy of total low-rent housing provided by the Agency. Through successful accomplishment of maintenance tasks, the Agency is able to continue providing decent, safe, and sanitary housing. Personal Contacts The employee's personal contacts are primarily with tenants, other employees, vendors, city employees, and contractors. Contact with tenants is particularly important. The purpose of this is to give and obtain information necessary to do maintenance tasks efficiently, safely, and to document all actions. Conditions under which contacts occur can range from a normal environment to a stressful emergency circumstance, such as a gas leak or power failure. Physical Requirements 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. Normal physical activity can be tedious and require heavy lifting, carrying, and prolonged standing, walking, reaching, bending, pushing, pulling, kneeling, crouching, stooping, climbing, balancing, and lying prone. The employee must use arm strength to manipulate hand tools such as saws, sanders, and jointers etc. Must be able to lift-up to fifty (50) pounds without assistance. Must have a sense of balance sufficient for standing on a ladder of at least six (6) feet in height for an extended time period of time. Must be able to operate hand tools, power tools, and equipment (e.g., drills, wrenches, hammers, pliers, electrical [Ohm] meters, saws, threaders, plumbing snakes, etc.) Work requires spatial perception, finger and manual dexterity. Must be able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, tenants, and persons outside the Agency and perform essential job functions in an environment that will sometimes include increased levels of work-related stress. Must be able to sit and/or stand for up to eight (8) hours at a time while performing work duties. Must be able to use fingers bilaterally and unilaterally to utilize job-related tools and equipment. Must have vision and hearing corrected to be able to legally operate a vehicle in various environmental and traffic conditions and perform essential job functions. Must have normal color perception to differentiate colors of electrical wiring, etc. Must maintain a professional appearance and portray a positive image for the Agency. Must maintain punctuality and attendance as scheduled. An employee may request reasonable accommodation to mitigate any of the physical requirements listed above. Medicinal and Recreational Marijuana Marijuana is a Schedule I controlled substance and is illegal under federal law. The Agency observes the common rule of the Federal Marijuana Law of the Controlled Substances Act (CSA) (21 U.S.C. § 811), which does not recognize the difference between medical and recreational use of marijuana and has established the required Drug Free Workplace Policy. Employees are NOT permitted to use or possess any form of marijuana for medical or recreational purposes. Any applicant for employment who tests positive for marijuana during a pre-employment drug screening shall be ineligible for employment with the Agency. Any applicant for employment who advises the Agency that he/she uses any form of marijuana will be ineligible for employment. The Agency is unable to grant a request for reasonable accommodation to use marijuana under any circumstance. 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. The employee works indoors and outdoors and is exposed to weather extremes. The employee may occasionally be subjected to electrical shock hazards, dangerous heights, dangerous chemicals (e.g., solvents, etc.), and skin irritants. The employee may be required to use goggles, gloves, masks, lumbar support belts, safety boots, and other personal protective equipment. Other requirements Must possess a valid driver's license and maintain a good driving record. May be required to work after office hours on the on-call work schedule. Must work with the highest degree of confidentiality. Must be available for occasional overnight travel for training. Must pass employment drug screening and criminal background check. Expected hours: 40 per week Benefits: 403(b) Dental insurance Health insurance Mileage reimbursement Paid time off Vision insurance Schedule: Monday to Friday Education: Bachelor's (Preferred) License/Certification: Driver's License (Preferred) Work Location: In person Read and Acknowledge The Housing Authority of Champaign County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This job description is subject to change and in no manner states or implies that these are the only duties and responsibilities to be performed. The duties herein are representative of the essential functions of this job. This job description reflects management's assignment of functions; however, it does not prescribe or restrict tasks that may be assigned. Nothing in this document restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities at any time. The qualifications listed above are guidelines, other combinations of education and experience that could provide the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job may be considered at the discretion of the Executive Director. Employment with the Housing Authority of Champaign County is on an "at-will" basis. Nothing in this document is intended to create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, and does not constitute a promise of continued employment. The above statements describe the general nature, level, and type of work performed by the incumbent(s) assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, demands, and skills required of personnel so classified. Job descriptions are not intended to and do not imply or create any employment, compensation, or contract rights to any person or persons. Management reserves the right to add, delete, or modify and/or all provisions of this description at any time as needed without notice. This job description supersedes earlier versions. #J-18808-Ljbffr Experience Champaign Urbana