Help Wanted: La Junta/Otero Housing Maintenance

Description: This is a full-time (hourly) position with a starting rate of $16.00 per hour. Applications may be obtained at 315 East 5th St., La Junta, Co. between 7:00 a.m. and 5:30 p.m.

LA JUNTA/OTERO COUNTY HOUSING AUTHORITY

719-384-9055

JOB DESCRIPTON-MAINTENANCE

JOB QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS:

High school diploma or equivalent is required. One year or more of verifiable hands-on general maintenance.

REPORTS TO: MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

The following represents the primary and secondary duties of the position; however, they are not intended to be all inclusive. The HA reserves the right to change, reassign, or combine job duties at any time and at its discretion.

BASIC PURPOSE:

Performs various maintenance duties necessary to maintain and enhance the value of the community. Handles repairs and improvements of vacant apartments for make ready status.

Works as a team participant along with maintenance staff to ensure the quality of standards set PHA are followed.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Prepares or assists in preparing all vacant apartments to ready conditions.

Performs various maintenance functions. Records activity work orders.

These functions may include, but are not limited to:

Light bulb changing, caulking

Filter change & painting

Lock repairs

Install/repair window coverings & preventative maintenance

Repairs to flooring

Responds to resident service requests and concerns in a timely manner.

Performs on-call emergency service as required.

Reports maintenance concerns for repairs on units to Maintenance Supervisor.

May assist in monitoring and/or controlling maintenance inventory and or supplies.

Moves heavy objects as requested.

Must be able to climb stairs and ladders.

Work indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions and is subject to heavy and strenuous work. May encounter undesirable pests.

Assist the Maintenance Supervisor on special maintenance projects

Assists in keeping the grounds and common areas free of trash and debris.

Works closely with management and maintenance staff in developing an integral team that effectively represents the quality and professionalism of the HA.

Maintains open communication with management.

Consistently maintains a professional, courteous attitude when dealing with residents, coworkers and the general public, at all time on or off the property.

Attends and participates in training as requested. Other duties as assigned.

Assists other staff members as needed.

Delivers various communications to residents as needed.

Drives motorized vehicle on or off property for HA business.

Performs other duties as assigned.

**(HA may revise this job description from time to time as business needs require. It is not intended to be an exhaustive listing of all the functions of the job, or to limit the HA's right to assign other functions to an employee in this position. The job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.) **

Machines, Tools, and Equipment:

Hand tools normally used in construction, maintenance and landscaping including, but not limited to; hedge trimmers, power floor cleaner, paint sprayer, power drain cleaner, and all chemicals associated with maintenance and landscaping essential job functions. Motorized vehicles.

Licenses/Certifications:

Valid drivers' license along with a good driving record. Pass background check.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS;

The employee normally works day shift (40) hours per week M-Thur. but must be willing to respond to recall on twenty-four hours basis, seven days a week.

PAY: $16.00 hr.

BENEFITS: Contributions to health, dental and vision insurance. Retirement plan. Annual/sick leave, paid holidays

Period of Term: AT WILL EMPLOYMENT

Position open until filled. EOE

The La Junta/Otero Housing Authority is Located at 315 East 5th Street La Junta, Co. 81050

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