Rental Property Maintenance- Full Time

Provides complete maintenance and repair work needed on all properties owned by CAC. The Specialist works under the direction of the Rental Property Manager.

• Maintain, repair and improve properties owned and managed by CAC including installing doors, windows, siding, roofing, plumbing fixtures, light fixtures, wallboard; completing painting, landscape and other related work. 
• Inspect housing units to insure that assisted units meet minimum Housing Quality Standards.
• Complete and update maintenance and repair plans including work lists, material lists, cost estimates, and work schedules for each property.
• Obtain bids and supervise repair and improvement work being completed by contractors.
• Maintain an inventory of construction, repair and maintenance materials, tools and equipment.
• Provide recommendations for improving program and project operations and assisting in program planning, annual work program development, and development of housing project and program proposals.
• Complete other related tasks assigned by the Rental Property Manager.

Knowledge Of

• Residential maintenance, repair, and rehab practices, methods and materials in the areas of carpentry, basic plumbing, basic electrical, and general landscaping, and
• Effective time and project management practices

Abilty To

• Complete residential repair and maintenance tasks in the areas of carpentry, basic plumbing, basic electrical, painting, siding, roofing and general landscaping;
• Safely operate hand and power tools and equipment;
• Lift and carry materials up to 100 pounds;
• Prepare accurate measurements, mathematical calculations and financial estimates,
• Read, comprehend and follow program procedures, regulations and specifications,
• Schedule and monitor multiple processes or projects,
• Maintain detailed and accurate project, and unit files,
• Use computer word processing, spread sheet and accounting programs,
• Communicate effectively with people who have various social and economic backgrounds; and
• Work well under pressure, work independently, and work as an effective team member.

Education

• An A.A. or higher degree in residential construction or other related field or substitute experience for each required year of education
• Three years of experience in rental housing maintenance, repair, or construction including;
• One year in a lead position (foreman, independent contractor or similar), and
• One year in work where services were provided directly to customers.
• Experience in all aspects of carpentry and painting preferred.

Other Requirements

• Ability to drive, a valid driver’s license and personal transportation
• Insurability and ability to be bonded
• Willingness to work throughout Whitman County  

Full Medical, Dental and Vision with in 30 days

Sick time

Generous PTO