Maintenance Technician

Summary

The purpose of this position is to perform a variety of tasks to assist with the renovation and repair of DHC buildings, structures, and dwelling units with semi-skilled and skilled structural, plumbing, and electrical building maintenance work to maintain and repair items in accordance with diagrams, sketches, operation manuals and manufacturer’s specifications to augment the structural integrity of the buildings. Work involves repair and replacement of items such as windows, doors, roofs, gutters, cabinets, walls, ceilings, toilets, faucets, water lines, electrical outlets, and light fixtures. The Maintenance Technician may perform preventive maintenance tasks, as needed. Maintenance Technicians may be assigned to the central Maintenance Division or a designated housing site.

This position is recognized under the International Union of Operating Engineers (IUOE). A probationary period, as defined by the union contract, applies.

Essential Job Functions

Prepare vacant units for occupancy by inspecting apartments to determine whether maintenance work is needed, and either perform maintenance tasks or inform the supervisor of findings, in accordance with established procedures.

• Install gas furnaces and heaters in accordance with the manufacturer’s specifications.
• Replace circuit breakers, wiring, wall sockets and switches, lights and fans.
• Replace appliances as needed and connect them in accordance with the manufacturer’s requirements.
• Perform a wide variety of carpentry work such as changing-out countertops, re-hanging and adjusting doors, and repairing cabinets as needed.
• Install and repair plumbing pipes and fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, valves and controls.
• Repair and replace floors, floor and ceiling tiles.
• Unstop commodes and garbage disposals, repair and replace faucets, commodes, sinks, bath accessories and water lines.
• Perform general maintenance tasks on Authority buildings and grounds and prepare records documenting the status of work completions.
• Inspect units periodically to determine maintenance needs and write a maintenance report on the unit, at a minimum once a year.
• Inspect vacated apartments and complete a preparation/make-ready checklist.
• Receive and review written materials such as work orders and vacancy sheets.
• Inspect hallways and common spaces, eliminate obstacles to free passage and assure that there is adequate lighting.
• Perform other routine and preventive maintenance.
• Repair and replace windows, doors frames, mailboxes, and porches as needed.
• Replace furnace filters and light bulbs.
• Write work orders, requisitions, and other forms and reports.
• Regularly conduct an inventory of equipment, tools, parts and the supply of materials; quarterly.
• Maintain tools and equipment and ensures they are clean and safe for operation.
• Demonstrate regular and predictable attendance.
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Diagnose and correct routine maintenance needs in apartments, including work order requests.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of the Housing Authority policies and procedures regarding maintenance.
• Knowledge of the physical layout of the site properties.
• Knowledge of basic principles of building maintenance, including standard practices, methods, tools, and materials including the inspection, repair and maintenance of functional parts of mechanical equipment and machinery.
• Knowledge of general building maintenance including carpentry, electrical, and plumbing, which may necessitate the use of both power and hand tools.
• Knowledge of local and state building codes, and OSHA work practices.
• Knowledge of safety rules, including accident causation and prevention.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and appropriate safety precautions.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a supervisor, co-workers, residents, contractors, and the general public.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to use maintenance hand and power tools for building and grounds maintenance.
• Ability to complete work order forms in accordance with established procedures and document completions.
• Ability to inspect, diagnose problems, and complete repairs in a timely and cost-effective manner.
• Ability to establish and maintain records, such as work orders and parts inventory.
• Ability to account for time and materials.
• Ability to drive pickup truck and van.

Physical Effort and Working Conditions

• The incumbent must be able to handle light and heavy duty equipment, handle objects weighing up to 20 pounds, and occasionally handle objects weighing up to 50 pounds and do frequent stooping, bending, lifting, and walking. The employee occasionally works in awkward positions, noisy and dirty areas, and uncomfortable weather conditions.
• Minimum Qualifications (Education/Experience)
• Must have a high school diploma or a GED equivalency, be able to read and write in English, plus have two years of building or apartment maintenance experience or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Other Requirements

• The Maintenance Technician must have and maintain a valid State of Michigan Driver’s License and insurability; be capable of obtaining Federal, State of Michigan and City of Detroit Police Department criminal investigation clearances; and pass a drug screening test administered by the Detroit Housing Commission or the appointed designee for the Commission.