Maintenance Mechanic

Job Overview
We are seeking a dynamic and skilled Maintenance Mechanic to join our team and ensure the optimal operation of our facilities and equipment. In this energetic role, you will be responsible for inspecting, repairing, and maintaining a wide range of mechanical systems, appliances, and machinery. Your expertise will help keep our operations running smoothly, safely, and efficiently. This position offers an exciting opportunity to apply your technical skills in a fast-paced environment where proactive maintenance and problem-solving are highly valued.

Responsibilities

- Building and ground maintenance and construction (including electrical, plumbing, carpentry, HVAC, refrigeration, lawn care, etc.);

- Proper use and care of tools and equipment;

- Occupational hazards and safety precautions of the building, electrical or mechanical trades;

- Possess good verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills, as well as good computer skills.

- Perform carpentry work such as hanging doors, repairing and replacing cabinets, hardware, woodwork, siding, general structural and dry-rot repairs, building and repairing screens;

- Repair and maintain existing electrical systems, such as installing outlets, switches, repairing shorts in wiring and appliances, repairing thermostats, range elements, exhaust fans, and motors;

- Mechanical work such as repairing water leaks, installing and unplugging toilets, sinks, faucets, hot water tanks, and forced air systems;

- Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

Skills

- Identify and correct plumbing, carpentry, electrical and maintenance problems;

- Follow oral and written instructions;

- Perform heavy manual labor;

- Work independently in the absence of supervision;

- Establish and maintain effective working relationships among employees, tenants, vendors, and the general public;

- Keep detailed records and make reports;

- Effectively communicate with other staff, residents, and vendors both orally and in written form.

Special Requirements

- Valid motor vehicle operator’s license;

- Must respond to emergency situations during and after business hours; will be on call for two weeks a month for these situations.

- Must reside within a twenty (20) minute response time to the Authority’s public housing development in South Parkersburg.

Education/ Experiance

Five years’ experience in performing technical and semi-skilled maintenance or construction tasks with specialized experience in plumbing, masonry, electrical, carpentry and/or mechanical repairs as required by assignment. Graduation from a standard high school or a vocational school at a minimum or any equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

Pay: From $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• On-the-job training
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person