MAINTENANCE MECHANIC

Full-time/Part-time Designation: This position is full-time, with benefits.

FLSA Designation: This is an hourly non-exempt position.

Reports to: Property Manager

Pay Rate: Entry level is $14.36 per hour, but may be adjusted depending on experience. 

The Maintenance Mechanic plays an essential role in keeping the Housing Authority's physical buildings and dwellings in working order. The duties are summarized below and more specifically shown on the attached job description. 

Position Summary

Responsible for maintenance of buildings, facilities, grounds and light equipment. Performs carpentry, electrical, plumbing and general repairs on buildings, fixtures, mechanical/HVAC equipment or machinery. Prepares vacant units for new residents. Follows HACB Maintenance Plan and established procedures.

Responsibilities

Employee may perform some or all of the following duties as well as those listed on the job description:

• Makes general repairs to the interior/exterior of buildings and facilities and maintains furniture and equipment employing a high degree of skill in the plumbing, carpentry, electrical, mechanical/HVAC and related trade fields
• Repairs or replaces plumbing fixtures and fittings (e.g., leaky faucets, clogged drains and sewer lines, damaged toilets, sinks, and water cutoffs). Repairs or replaces water heaters and lavatory sinks. Repairs connecting piping. Repairs/replaces gas connecting equipment.
• Repairs/replaces damaged walls, roofs, woodwork, floors, gutters, downspouts, garage doors, fences, gates, doors, door locks, windows, cabinets, doorbells, peepholes, clotheslines, fans, belts, and insulation.
• Operates as “on-call” maintenance worker on a rotating basis as assigned to cover emergency situations after hours and on weekends. Required to be on stand-by status as part of the emergency response team during natural disasters and weather-related incidents.
• Performs painting as needed to maintain existing units and to prepare units for new residents. Follows normal protocols for preparing surfaces, applying paint, and cleaning up after work is performed.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing all other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

High School graduate, or GED, or possess a vocational technical certification beyond high school or an equivalent combination of technical training and experience. Five (5) years’ experience or training in building construction or maintenance, or in the repair or maintenance of mechanical equipment.

Knowledge and Skills

Good knowledge of techniques, methods, materials, and equipment used in plumbing, carpentry, and electrical repairs; and in the repair of household appliances,

Other Requirements

Must possess valid driver license with a clean driving record and pass pre-employment background check and drug screening.

WORKING AT HACB:

The Housing Authority of the City of Brownsville has been serving the low-income residents of Brownsville since 1938. Employees have an excellent benefits package with medical, dental, vision and life insurance paid by the agency, and a retirement plan that pays an additional 15.3% of wages into the fund! Paid vacation, sick leave and holidays are also given. Our turnover rate is very low, which attests to the favorable working conditions. We work hard, but we are dedicated to improving our community and the lives of our constituents.

Please see the Job Description as well for full details and full list of requirements.