Maintenance Mechanic I

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We Are Portsmouth Redevelopment and Housing Authority

Since 1938 the Portsmouth Redevelopment and Housing Authority has been working to create jobs, expand the City's tax base, improve the quality of life for our and breathe new life into our historic neighborhoods. Today, our dedicated professionals are committed to providing the best customer service to all of our vendors, development partners, and clients. Our mission is to enhance the quality of life for the citizenry of Portsmouth, Va. through resource acquisition, asset management, and pursuing innovative opportunities.

Making our city more inviting than ever means welcoming the best and brightest professionals to our team. We are currently accepting application or resume’ for the following position opening.

MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR

WAGE RANGE:

$20.00 – $27.00

Position Summary:

Under the supervision of the Property Manager, the Maintenance Supervisor performs a variety of maintenance tasks and general repairs in one or more of the building trades, i.e. HVAC, maintenance, renovation and repair of building structures, building equipment or fixtures, specializing in general maintenance. Plans and coordinates the ongoing skilled work of Maintenance Mechanics assigned to the property development.

Position Description

• Performs general maintenance and installation work in carpentry, HVAC systems, electrical, plumbing, drywall, roofing, aluminum siding, welding, burning and fabrication
• Trouble shoots and repairs HVAC systems to include, but not limited to furnaces, heat pumps and other heating, ventilation and air conditioning equipment.
• Troubleshoots and performs mechanical, plumbing and electrical repairs.
• Installs and repair kitchen cabinets, cabinet doors, sinks, counter tops and faucet hardware.
• and other carpentry work; the
• Installation of rock lath and plaster in wall and ceiling repair, performs paint preparations and operations.
• Participates in preventive maintenance and emergency repair and new construction.
• Plans, schedules and organizes the daily work schedules and estimates job materials of Maintenance Mechanics assigned to the property development.
• Inspects jobs to ensure conformity to established plans and specifications and standard of quality.
• Oversees the usage and maintenance of tools and equipment and orders supplies, materials, equipment, tools, etc. necessary in the performance of work.
• Checks completed jobs for compliance with instructions and quality control; completes work performance documents, i.e. work requests and man-hour accounting forms.
• Maintains equipment in clean and orderly condition.
• Ensures a clean and safe working environment
• Attends meetings as requested.
• Participates in the interview process of staff and makes hiring recommendations. Performs supervisory duties including but not limited to setting standards for work performance, communicating standards to employees, assigning and coordinating work; promoting, developing, disciplining and counseling employees on performance and conducts performance evaluations.
• Job duties, responsibilities, specifications, and other job aspects may be changed as needed; performs other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements:

• Thorough knowledge of common methods, materials, tools and equipment used in the building trades outlined above.
• Working knowledge of Geo Thermal, Heat Pumps, Air-to-Air and Water-to-Air heating and air conditioning systems.
• Knowledge of applicable code requirements and standards for various crafts.
• Must be familiar with the use of maintenance equipment, hand and power tools and equipment of the trade and ability to instruct others in the same.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and to work from plans and specifications.
• Ability to prepare estimates of materials and labor for particular jobs.
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision demonstrating the ability to perform a variety of tasks simultaneously and to plan, organize and schedule work to meet critical deadlines and performance measures.
• Must have the ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions and communicate clearly and show good judgment according to Authority policies and procedures.
• Ability to interact effectively, professionally and with courtesy with staff, co-workers, and the general public.
• Must provide personal hand tools and care for tools and equipment of the trades.
• Promotes a positive image of the Authority by establishing and maintaining to the greatest extent possible a viable and positive working relationship with co-workers, local agencies and all appropriate agencies of the City with which the Authority may come into contact.
• Must be available for occasional after-hours and weekend activities. In the event of emergencies, must be accessible by electronic communication devices.
• Must successfully complete drug screening and criminal history background check.

Physical Requirements:

• Use of hands/fingers to handle or feel – Sufficient manual dexterity to allow operation of a variety of maintenance power equipment and tools.
• See – Ability to observe, identify and recognize details at close range. Must have the ability to identify and distinguish variations.
• Stand or Sit – Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time.
• Walk, move and traverse Ability to stoop, kneel, bend, stretch, crawl and climb a ladder, etc.
• Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl – Constantly positions self to perform the essential functions of the job duties.
• Employee’s medical ability to wear a respirator while performing certain jobs is required; beard may have to be shaved.
• Move, transport, position, install, remove – Frequently moves items weighing up to 50 pounds across areas for various needs.
• The ability to operate a motorized vehicle.
• Must possess and maintain an excellent driving record and be insurable by the Authority’s automobile insurance carrier and possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license throughout duration of employment.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks.

Experience and Training:

• Any combination of education equivalent to graduation from high school or vocational/technical study in one or more of the building trades.
• Four to six years’ experience in one or more of the buildings, mechanical and HVAC trades; operation and repair of heating and air conditioning system and boiler units.
• Previous supervisory experienced desired.
• The ability to obtain a Virginia Gas Fitter License is highly desired.