MAINTENANCE LABORER - Full-time

pDescription/ppstrongStarting Wage: $24.04 -$28.87/ hour plus benefits/strong/ppbr//ppstrongClosing Date: Open until filled with priority given to applications received by 5:00 PM, Tuesday, August 5th 2025./strong/ppbr//ppstrongEverett Housing Authority Mission Statement:/strong The Everett Housing Authority creates affordable housing and fosters healthy communities where households thrive./ppbr//ppAre you looking for a place to work where you can really make a difference in the lives of others? If so, come to work for the Everett Housing Authority as a Maintenance Laborer. Everett Housing Authority owns, operates and maintains 1500 units of housing for seniors, disabled/handicapped and low-income families within the City of Everett. Your work will involve assisting the Senior Maintenance Specialist in performing various maintenance tasks in the repair and maintenance of equipment and buildings, however, a significant portion of the responsibilities includes cleaning and maintaining the common areas and restrooms within the buildings. nbsp;/ppbr//ppIf you’re looking for a great benefits package we have that as well!/pp• Accrue up to 12 days of paid vacation in your first year of employment ;nbsp;/pp• 13 paid sick leave days;nbsp;/pp• 12 paid scheduled Holidays plus 1 additional floating holiday per year;nbsp;/pp• Medical Insurance;nbsp;/pp• Dental Insurance;/pp• Vision Insurance;/ppnbsp;• Life Insurance;nbsp;/pp• State Retirement Fund;nbsp;/pp• Flexible work schedule,/pp• Employee Assistance Program;nbsp;/pp• Wellness Program;nbsp;/pp• Tuition reimbursement./ppbr//ppbr//ppustrongSCOPE OF WORK AND FUNCTIONS/strong/u/ppbr//ppstrongSCOPE OF WORK:/strong/ppThis position assists the Senior Maintenance Specialist or Maintenance Specialist in performing maintenance tasks at the assigned buildings. Such tasks include maintaining the property’s/properties’ curb appeal, completing timely unit turns, custodial work, grounds keeping and pest control./ppbr//ppustrongESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:/strong/u/ppstrongThe following duties are illustrative only (i.e. not all inclusive)/strong/ppustrongRequired Workplace Standards:/strong/u/polliWorks regular and reliable hours on site as required;/liliAttendance must be punctual and consistent;/liliWorks an agreed-upon schedule and works additional hours as necessary to complete work;/liliWorks effectively, cooperatively and respectfully with co-workers, clients and other contacts;/liliPerforms work with objectives based on preventative maintenance, efficiently utilizing resources (which includes but not limited to: time, standardization of materials, coordination of other staff members and vendors);/liliAssists with work orders at the assigned properties;/liliFollows all EHA Safety Policies and Procedures;/liliFollows all EHA Personnel Policies and Procedures;/liliPerforms other duties as assigned.nbsp;/li/olpustrongGeneral Functions:/strong/u/ppstrong1) Physical Maintenance:/strong/ppa) Under direction of the Senior Maintenance Specialist or Maintenance Specialist, assists with unit turns, inspections, preventive maintenance, repair or replacement (from individual components through to entire system) of the following:/ppAppliances, mechanical, electrical, carpentry (including all door hardware), all interior and exterior finishes, building envelope (siding, roofing and glazing), grounds (grounds keeping and masonry), custodial work, equipment and vehicles;/ppb) Drives to various sites as assigned;/ppc) Performs chemical, mechanical and thermal pest control;/ppd) Functions as a team member for annual or preventive maintenance inspections;/ppe) Is available to volunteer to be on call to respond to after-hour’s emergency;/ppf) Follows all applicable safety procedures, including wearing respirators as necessary;/ppg) And other physical duties as assigned./ppstrong2) Reporting and Communications:/strong/ppa) Ensures consistent and real time updates of Yardi work-orders;/ppb) Ensures daily communications with supervisor and Senior Maintenance Specialist or Maintenance Specialist./ppstrong3) Information:/strong/ppa) Is familiar with power, water and gas turnoffs, clean-out traps, fire extinguishers and fire hydrants of the portfolio;/ppb) Maintains a personal log of emergency telephone numbers (e.g., police, fire department and supervisor)./ppRequirements/ppustrongMINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/strong/u/ppbr//ppustrongREQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:/strong/u/pulliHigh school diploma, GED or equivalent;/liliOne year paid experience in general laborer work./li/ulpustrongREQUIRED KNOWLEDGE OF/SKILL IN:/strong/u/pulliKnowledge of and ability to use common hand tools;/liliBasic math skills./li/ulpustrongREQUIRED ABILITY TO:/strong/u/pulliAbility to follow written and oral directions;/liliAbility to get along well with clients, co-workers and the public;/liliAbility to speak and understand English;/liliAbility and aptitude to learn mechanical skills;/liliComputer skills that includes use of a PC and a IOS or Windows Tablet./li/ulpstrongPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:/strong/ppbr//ppstrongCONSTANT (67% - 100%)/strong/pulliGrasping (Left, Right, Both)/liliTwist/liliBend/Stoop/liliReaching above shoulder (LRB)/liliRepetitive arm/hand movement (LRB)/liliEye sight and hearingnbsp;/liliDriving equipment and vehiclesnbsp;/liliLifting and Carrying 25# (LRB)/liliPushing and Pulling 25# (LRB)/liliWrist/liliSquat/Kneel/liliStanding and walkingnbsp;/li/ulpstrongFREQUENT (34% - 66%)/strong/pulliLifting and Carrying 50# (LRB)/liliPushing and Pulling 50# (LRB)/liliClimbing stairs and ladders/liliWorking at heights/liliOperating foot controls (LRB)/liliKeyboarding/li/ulpstrongOCCASIONAL (1% - 33%)/strong/pulliSitting/liliLifting and Carrying 75# (LRB)/liliPulling and Pushing 75# (LRB)/liliCrawlingnbsp;/liliFine finger manipulation (LRB)/li/ulpnbsp;strongREQUIRED PROFICIENCY IN USE OF:/strongnbsp;/ppBackhoe, Pipe, Power-tools, Boxes, Hand tools, Plywood, Tractor, Brushes, Hand truck, Pressure washer, Truck Lift Gate, Drain snake, Key machine, Pumps, Van, Drill press, Ladders, Cellphone, Drop cloth, Lumber, Respirator, IOS/Windows Tablet, Drywall, Masking tape, Rollers, PC, Paint, Roofing material, PPE (personal protective equipment)nbsp;/ppbr//ppustrongLICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:/strong/u/pulliMust be personally bondable for insurance purposes;/liliValid Washington State Driver's license and excellent driving record;/liliFair Housing Certification within 6 months of employment./li/ulpustrongWORKING ENVIRONMENT:/strong/u/ppThis position is required to work predominantly indoors, but may work outdoors in all weather conditions, and is subject to heavy and strenuous work. May encounter undesirable pests./ppbr//ppstrongADDITIONAL (DESIRABLE) QUALIFICATIONS/strong/pulliPaid experience in small motor repair, maintenance and cleaning;/liliPrior paid experience doing semi-skilled repairs and maintenance for:/li/ulolliLarge apartment complex;/liliHousing authority;/liliOther housing agencies./li/ol