Regional Maintenance Mechanic in Taunton

REGIONAL MAINTENANCE MECHANIC I

Summary of

Position Responsibilities:

Performs general carpentry, electrical, plumbing, and other repairs in response to service requests and results of inspections of units in accordance with EOHLC and HUD standards. Responsible for semi-skilled to skilled maintenance of buildings, facilities, and light equipment. The duties listed below illustrate the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements regarding duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment in association with this position.

• Performs rough carpentry work, such as installation/repair of doors, interior framing and/or repair of wall partitions, and installation of wall finishes.
• Performs finish carpentry including trim-work and repair, installation and/or replacement of new kitchen and bathroom cabinetry, flooring repairs and replacement, and other finish carpentry related projects.
• Performs light electrical and plumbing work, troubleshooting of existing switches and outlets, replacement of light fixtures, and other electrical repairs.
• Makes repairs and adjustments to electric appliances and replaces appliances and equipment when necessary.
• Performs general interior and exterior repairs, including minor structural, roofing, doors and windows. Changes the lock(s) in accordance with Agency procedures and makes or has made any necessary keys.
• Safely operates a wide variety of landscaping power equipment and Authority vehicles.
• Performs snow removal at assigned locations.
• May maintain and make general repairs to power tools and equipment.
• Prepares all interior/exterior wall surfaces for painting.
• Performs paint work on a variety of surfaces.
• Performs thorough clean-up of the work area.
• Cleans and maintains Agency‑owned materials, tools, and equipment in a neat and orderly manner. Maintains a neat and organized workshop area free of clutter and debris. Upon completion of maintenance task, all tools and excess supplies must be cleaned up and stored appropriately.
• May perform general road maintenance.
• Maintains a neat and healthy landscaping condition to enhance Agency's curb appeal.
• May perform pest control maintenance.
• May perform Quality Control inspections on Public Housing units to ascertain whether housing units are compliant with EOHLC or HUD specifications and to ensure PMR or NSPIRE inspection readiness.
• Reports any lease violations and unsafe, unsanitary, or hazardous conditions encountered or observed on or in any Agency property or building to the supervisor.
• Performs emergency and after‑hours work as necessary and/or required.
• Maintenance responsibilities may also include, but are not limited to, pressure‑washing of exterior surfaces as needed, painting and maintenance of all building systems such as gutters and downspouts, roof drainage systems, French drain systems, surface water management systems, fire alarm systems, fire extinguishers, fire sprinkler systems, signage, laundry centers, playgrounds, and any other common areas.
• Performs “make‑ready” duties on vacant units and may clean office buildings, bathrooms, hallways, community rooms, laundry facilities, and community room kitchens in accordance with Agency standards.
• Accountable for consistent adherence to Agency standards regarding the ethical, responsible, and appropriate use, care, and safeguarding of Agency materials, supplies, resources, and other assets.

• High school graduate (or GED) or possess a vocational technician certification beyond high school.
• Two (2) years’ experience or training in building construction or maintenance.
• Repair or maintenance of mechanical equipment or an equivalent combination of technical training and experience.

• Good knowledge of techniques, methods, materials, and equipment used in carpentry, plumbing, HVAC, electrical repairs, and household appliances.
• Knowledge of local codes applicable to the specialty that may include building codes, electrical codes, or requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act of Section 504 of the Housing and Rehabilitation Act…