Maintenance Technician

MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN

LOCATION:
The Frye - 223 Yesler Way, Seattle WA

REPORTS TO: Area Manager

POSTED: 09/12/2025

HOURS: Full time, 40 hours per week, may include some evenings and weekends. Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm

PAY RANGE: $29.20-$35.69 per hour

POSITION TYPE: Non-exempt position. This is a unionized position, represented by Local 8 of the Office of Professional Employees International Union (OPEIU).

The Maintenance Technician will be primarily responsible for conducting routine, preventative, and emergency repairs.

General:

• Serve as a field representative of the maintenance department of LIHI.

• Represent LIHI in a professional manner as reflected by personal appearance, attention to detail, jobsite cleanliness, customer service and safety.

• Document and record all work, purchases, travel, accidents, and any other related items in a timely, professional manner.

• Participate with other maintenance personnel in a plan for sharing on-call duties. This will include evening/weekend emergency pager responsibilities for the department.

• Roving duties as assigned.

Technical:

• Perform regularly scheduled, turnover and emergency maintenance tasks on properties including, but not limited to inspections, carpentry, drywall repair, interior and exterior painting, electrical work, appliance troubleshooting & repairs, plumbing work, finish carpentry, framing, changing lock cylinders, removing/installing locks & associated hardware, and general handyman duties.

• Perform construction and other special projects as needed including, but not limited to, renovations, remodels, concrete and brick work, siding and roofing, and electrical line upgrades, and plumbing repairs/upgrades.

• Maintain all mechanical equipment in good serviceable condition.

• Maintain property grounds and landscaping.

• Assist the development department with punch lists, due diligence, walk-throughs, warranty work, and special tasks as needed.

• Utilize PPE equipment and follow PPE protocols.

• Clean up and maintain work areas regularly and appropriately including the maintenance shop area and storage areas.

• Flex work hours depending on scheduled daily tasks, vendor appointments, inspections, or special projects.

• Complete work in a timely, professional, and proper manner.

• Perform regular janitorial duties including but not limited to daily cleaning of the common areas, cleaning up any trash on the grounds, blowing curbs, and ensuring all trash & recycling receptacles are prepared for weekly pickups.

Managerial:

• Coordinate bids on large projects and supervise subcontractors as needed.

• Evaluate properties for proactive maintenance needs, developing an active ability to recognize problem areas while they are still manageable.

• Meet regularly with property managers to encourage clear communication and teamwork.
• Assist in tracking the budget.

• Record all inspections and related maintenance on appropriate forms in an accurate and timely manner.

• Prioritize all work to minimize vacancy loss, prevent property damage, and provide service to residents.

• Order all supplies and equipment as needed within the maintenance budget.

• Proficiently utilize online software to enter and submit timecard information, time off request, and other as required and on time.

• Proficiently utilize online software including but not limited to scanning & attaching receipts, code credit card charges, generate reports for credit card charges, generate reports for mileage reimbursements, and submit monthly reports on time.

• Engage in online training including but not limited to Grace Hill and comply with training deadlines.

• Daily engagement with reviewing and responding to work emails.

• Daily check-ins with the Maintenance Deployment Manager and/or Facilities Director.

Qualifications:

• 4 years experience in building maintenance including carpentry, electrical, and plumbing. Must be knowledgeable in repairs of doors, walls, floors, plumbing, light fixtures, appliances, locks, etc.

• Experience working with a diverse population.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Regular access to a vehicle and general maintenance tools.

• Proficiency in MS Excel, MS Word,…