The Area Maintenance Specialist ensures that the operations of the property(ies) in assigned area of Tacoma are in compliance with the standards and expectations of Operational Excellence, other stated guidelines of Mercy Housing Management Group (MHM), and Mercy Housing. This position collaborates with property management to ensure proper execution of a preventative building maintenance schedule for assigned property(ies). This position will also implement and maintain environmentally responsible guidelines and ensure that on-call maintenance and emergency response is executed, as required. This position is not eligible for a hybrid work schedule.

Pay: $23.37-35.00/hour DOE

Benefits:

• Generous PTO.
• Early-close Fridays; 3 paid hours off each Friday.
• Variety of benefit options, including pet insurance.
• 403b + match, paid volunteer time, and much more.

Duties:

• Collaborate with Property Manager to ensure proper execution of the approved preventative maintenance schedule established for assigned property(ies).
• Implement and maintains environmentally responsible guidelines, as outlined by ownership.
• Ensure that on-call maintenance and emergency response is executed, as required.
• Collaborate with Property Manager to ensure that maintenance contracts meet or exceed the best possible quality and expense standards.
• Ensure that all Physical Product Practices (P3) of Operational Excellence are followed, monitored, and completed.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS OF POSITION

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Technical training and expertise in one or more building trades.
• Minimum of two (2) years in skilled maintenance work.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS OF POSITION

• Technical certifications.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Comprehend and communicate in the English language, both orally and in writing.
• Perform basic math and understand measurement systems used in the trade.
• Read and interpret electrical, plumbing, and mechanical diagrams and blueprints.
• Make working sketches.
• Use maintenance, trade, and testing equipment and tools.
• Interpret and understand maintenance information generated from property management software reports.
• Basic computer skills.

At Mercy Housing, we believe that mission and business are not competing values and that all people deserve dignity. We believe our work and communities are enhanced when diverse groups of people learn and grow together. Applicants who believe they will thrive in this culture and who are committed to racial equity, diversity, and inclusion are encouraged to apply.

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