Apartment leasing agent Jobs in Kansas City, KS

Description:

The Housing Authority of Kansas City, Missouri is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Maintenance Mechanic I. Our Maintenance Mechanic I's are responsible for semi-skilled to skilled maintenance of buildings, facilities, and light equipment. Performs general carpentry, electrical, plumbing, and other repairs in response to service requests and results of inspections of units in accordance with Uniform Physical Conditions Standards (UPCS) or other HUD required standards. Performs maintenance on mechanical equipment or machinery. (A full job description can be found at www.hakc.org)

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Performs rough carpentry work including installation/repair of entry doors, sliding doors, interior doors, interior framing and/or repair of wall partitions, installation of wall gypsum board and building insulation.

2. Performs finish carpentry including window and door trims and repair, replacement of wood/vinyl base trim, installation of wood trim millwork, installation and/or replacement of new kitchen and bathroom cabinetry, repair of cabinets, preparation and installation of new flooring, preparation ,and installation/repair of wall/floor tile. Installation of doors and hardware.

3. Performs electrical work including new wiring, troubleshooting and replacement of existing switches and outlets, replacement of circuit breakers, replacement of light fixtures, and other electrical repairs. Range hoods, doorbells, fans and pull stations.

4. Repairs and maintains plumbing systems by performing general work including rough piping for domestic water and sanitary sewer, repair/replacement/installation of plumbing fixtures such as sinks and bathtubs, installation of valves for shower, kitchen, and bath, replacing washers, mending burst pipes, repairing leaks, opening clogged drains, toilets, hot water heaters and performing other appropriate repairs/installations to meet or exceed the National Standard for the Physical Inspection of Real Estate (NSPIRE).

5. Makes repairs and adjustments to various gas and electric appliances and equipment (e.g., furnaces, dishwashers, stoves, water heaters, refrigerators, electric motors, smoke detectors, etc.) and replaces appliances and equipment when necessary.

6. Performs general interior and exterior repairs including structural components (e.g., stairways, floor joists, and rafters), roof repairs (e.g., replacement, flashing repair, etc.), foundation waterproofing, masonry and concrete replacement/repair (e.g., walks, brick, paving, steps, curbing), repair/replacement of gutters, downspouts, garage doors, fences, gates, doors, windows, doorbells, peepholes, signs, fans, belts, and insulation. Changes the lock(s) in accordance with Authority procedures and makes or has made any necessary keys. Refinishes surfaces such as countertops and bath tubs.

7. Starts, operates, and checks for safety and appropriate maintenance on a wide variety of small engines, hand tools, pumps, chain saws, and Authority maintenance vehicles.

8. May maintain and make general repairs to power tools and equipment such as chain saws, pumps, and vehicles, which includes checking and maintaining lubricant levels, timing, replacing, and adjusting worn or damaged parts.

9. Maintains HVAC equipment and systems by performing preventive maintenance and, consistent with skill level, restoring and repairing faulty or inoperative systems and associated equipment in accordance with blueprints, piping/wiring diagrams, and manufacturers’ specifications.

10. Prepares all interior/exterior wall surfaces for painting by removing electrical outlets and lighting fixtures, spreading drop cloths, scraping peeled paint, patching holes, taping, and floating drywall, and/or sanding. Removes closet and bedroom doors and any graffiti on surfaces.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

High school graduate (or GED) or possess a vocational technician certification beyond high school, with one (1) year 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.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

1. Must possess a valid driver’s license.
2. Must be able to lift 50-75 lbs.

The Housing Authority of Kansas City, Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Requirements:

Compensation details: 17.12-17.12 Hourly Wage

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