Maintenance Technician II/Plumber

Job Title: Maintenance Technician II/Plumber

FLSA Status: Hourly/Non-Exempt

Pay Rate: $25.29. After 6 Months of Service, the rate will increase to $26.62

Full-Time: M-F 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Included Benefits

OPERS Pension Plan

Excellent Medical, Dental, and Vision

13 Annual Paid Holidays

2 Weeks Paid Vacation

Accrued Sick Time (accrual begins on your first day of employment)

General Purpose

The primary purpose of this position is the maintenance and repair of plumbing issues and repairs for SMHA. The position will also be required to perform general maintenance outside of plumbing issues when directed by the Authority and when carrying the on-call phone.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Installs, replaces, services, and repairs a variety of residential plumbing items.
• Capable of using various sizes of snakes and augers for clearing/unclogging a variety of drains.
• Repairs and replaces sump pumps.
• Painting, plumbing, carpentry, electrical, HVAC repairs/service, and other skills in repairs to buildings, equipment, and grounds
• Perform preventative maintenance activities.
• Completes work orders and accurately records notes and material used on work orders.
• Close work orders out in a timely fashion.
• Must be competent with using/installing and repairing copper, PEX, PVC, CPVC, plastic fittings, and lines.
• Maintains and monitors an appropriate level of inventory of plumbing replacement parts.
• Assists in a program of educating residents and staff in the care of plumbing systems and fixtures.
• Attend all required training and safety meetings.
• Carrying the OnCall phone as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

Education/Certification/Experience

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• 3 years of plumbing/drain cleaning experience
• Valid Ohio driver’s license and be insurable under SMHA policies.
  
  

Qualifications/Skills

• Comprehensive knowledge of applying procedures and techniques to troubleshoot, inspect, install, service, and repair plumbing issues that do not require a permit.
• General maintenance
• Skill and experience with various tools and equipment necessary to complete plumbing work.
• Knowledge of applicable building codes
• Communicate effectively.
• Follow written and oral instructions.
• Yardi or other Property Management software.
• Microsoft Outlook (email)
• Working Independently
  
  

Behavioral Competencies

• Commitment: Sets highperformance standards; pursues aggressive goals and works hard/smart to achieve them; strives for results and success; conveys a sense of urgency and brings issues to closure; persists despite obstacles and opposition.
• Customer Service: Meets/exceeds the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers; identifies, understands, monitors, and measures the needs of both internal and external customers; talks and acts with customers in mind. Recognizes work colleagues as customers.
• Effective Communication: Ensures important information is passed to those who need to know; conveys necessary information clearly and effectively orally or in writing. Demonstrates attention to, and conveys an understanding of, the comments and questions of others; listens effectively.
• Responsiveness and Accountability: Demonstrates a high level of conscientiousness; holds oneself personally responsible for one's work; does a fair share of work.
  
  

Physical Requirements

The position will require sitting, standing, walking, kneeling, laying, and climbing to perform all job duties. Frequently lift/transport up to 35 pounds. Performing work above your head.

Working Conditions

This position involves exposure to a variety of conditions, including high and low temperatures, exposure to dust and dirt, and low-lighting areas. Proper Protective Equipment (PPE) must be worn when required. Working outdoors and indoors.