Maintenance Worker - Joy Park

Maintenance Worker - Joy Park

Akron Metropolitan Housing Authority Classification : Maintenance Worker - Joy Park Non Exempt - Maintenance Bargaining Unit

Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Step 5 $23.15 $24.02 $24.55 $25.41 $25.93

Job Objective

The primary objective of this position is to perform a variety of general and semi-skilled maintenance, cleaning, painting and repair functions to housing units in order to assist in the preparation of such units for occupancy. The incumbent in this position works under the general supervision of the Foreman or Housing Manager.

Essential Duties

Assists in the preparation of vacant housing units for occupancy by cleaning and making necessary repairs. Installs and / or repairs vanities, hand rails, countertops, cabinets, doors, windows, screens, smoke detectors, flooring, roofing, etc. Performs routine electrical work; makes repairs to or replaces switches, outlets, light fixtures, wiring, etc. Prepares and paints housing units using common painting equipment and instruments including roller, paint brush, sprayer, ladder, etc. Shampoos carpets, mops and waxes floors, and performs general cleaning, etc. Makes repairs to or replaces toilets, faucets, hot water tanks, etc.; caulks windows, tubs and sinks. Removes trash, carpeting, graffiti, etc. Makes routine repairs to drywall and plaster to repair holes, dents, etc. Performs routine plumbing work; repairs plumbing leaks in pipes, sinks, etc; cleans and unclogs plumbing and sewer stoppages; cuts and replaces piping. Makes routine repairs to or replaces gas valves, blowers, thermostats, thermocouples, filters and other mechanical components and parts to heating and air conditioning units; performs routine maintenance and repairs to appliances such as refrigerators, stoves, furnaces, etc.; checks for gas leaks. Performs routine carpentry work. Removes snow, cleans gutters, maintains grounds, etc. as required. Repairs and / or replaces locks. Boards up and secures housing units as necessary. Responds to service calls. Picks up and transports work materials, tools and equipment to the job site using an agency vehicle. Operates various hand and power tools and equipment related to electrical, plumbing, carpentry, painting and general maintenance and repair work including drill, screw gun, circular saw, saber saw, screwdriver, hammer, mop, vacuum sweeper, sewer machine, dry vac, wrench, snow blower, pliers, putty knife, jig saw, etc.; uses various cleaning materials and solutions to sanitize and clean the interior of housing units including appliances; maintains such tools and equipment in proper working condition. Receives work orders and general instructions related to the tasks to be performed. Evaluates condition and / or repair and / or replacement needs and determines the appropriate sequence, methods and procedures necessary to complete the work. Estimates and secures adequate materials, supplies, tools and equipment to complete work assignments. Completes time sheets and other work records. May serve as the lead maintenance worker on crew performing maintenance and repair work; assign tasks as needed; instruct employees in proper maintenance and repair methods as necessary. Performs other duties as required.

Job Requirements

Broad knowledge of and skill and experience in applying the methods, sequences, materials, procedures, trade practices and techniques used to maintain and repair the interior systems, structures, fixtures and appurtenances of housing units; skill and experience in the use of various power and hand tools and equipment necessary to complete the work; basic knowledge of and skill and experience in applying plumbing, carpentry, plastering, painting, custodial, and general building maintenance and repair methods, materials, techniques and trade practices; bas