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St. Stephen Housing Association, a non-profit transitional housing program for families with children experiencing homelessness, has an immediate opening for an Housing Maintenance Technician at our housing site in Auburn, WA.

Job responsibilities include: repairing and maintaining the interior and exterior of 20 units of housing at our Auburn and Kent housing properties, while following desired standards for quality, cleanliness, safety and security.

Other key duties include, but are not limited to:

• Perform routine maintenance such as cleaning units during unit turns, painting, pressure washing, carpet/floor cleaning, caulking, carpentry, drywall and general fix-it.
• Troubleshoot and perform minor repairs on plumbing, heating systems, fixtures, appliances and other items in the home.
• Install appliances and electrical fixtures.
• Report major repair needs to the Landlord and work with contractors and volunteers.
• Assist in move-out inspections and preparation of vacant units.
• Respond to tenant maintenance emergencies and lock outs after hours if needed.
• Perform physical inspection of the site each day, checking for excess garbage, graffiti or unsafe conditions.
• Pick up furniture and other donations and make dump runs for garbage and unneeded items using company truck.
• Additional duties as determined.

Qualifications: Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.

• Must have at least 2 years of documented general repair or similar experience.
• Must have some flexibility in hours and days worked.
• Must have basic working knowledge of plumbing, painting, electrical and/or other general repair skills.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds without assistance.
• Must display very good organization, prioritization, and time management skills.
• Must have excellent communication skills and the ability to work with a diverse tenant community.
• Must possess a valid driver's license, a clean driving record and be insurable.
• Must pass criminal background check. Some criminal history may be allowed.

*Please upload or email a resume, a letter of interest explaining why you are a good fit for this position and 3 references. *Candidate MUST be able to interview in person in Renton, WA.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $26.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20 -- 30 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Weekends as needed

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Auburn, WA: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Maintenance: 5 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person