Skilled Worker

Are you the person friends and family call when something breaks? Do you take pride in fixing things, working with your hands, and seeing a project through from start to finish? If you have experience in construction, maintenance, or any of the skilled trades, the Housing Authority of Paducah wants to meet you.

We are looking for a full-time General Maintenance Technician / Skilled Tradesperson (HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical, Carpentry) to join our team. In this role, you won't just be doing one thing all day. You will use your diverse skills to restore and modernize vacant housing units, helping to bring homes back to life for families in our community. This is more than a job—it's a chance to make a visible difference.

?️ What You'll Do: A Mix of General Labor & Skilled Trade Work

This is a hands-on role where no two days are the same. You will be responsible for a wide variety of tasks, from general prep work to specialized repairs. Your day-to-day duties will include:

• Cleaning, debris removal, and preparing units for restoration work.
  
• Installing and repairing drywall, sheetrock, insulation, wood/metal framing, doors, windows, and cabinets.
  
• Performing painting, texturing, and other finishing work.
  
• Fixing and replacing toilets, sinks, drains, and valves.
  
• Repairing or replacing switches, outlets, lighting fixtures, and breakers.
  
• Performing basic furnace assessments, servicing, and installing appliances.
  
• Always following safety protocols (PPE) and adhering to HUD regulations and Housing Authority policies.
  
• Clearly writing down work completion notes to keep the team informed.
  

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required
  
• Minimum two (2) years of residential or commercial maintenance/construction experience
  
• Maintenance certifications (HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical) preferred
  

• Valid Driver’s License
  
• HVAC, Plumbing, and Electrical training preferred
  
• UPCS training (or willingness to obtain)
  
• Must be insurable under agency vehicle policy
  

• Ability to work indoors and outdoors
  
• Ability to bend, stoop, climb, and work in confined spaces
  
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. or more
  
• Exposure to construction-related environmental conditions
  

• Exposure to moderate construction-related risks
  
• Mechanical, electrical, chemical, and environmental hazards
  
• Use of required safety gear and protective equipment