Maintenance Technician

Description Location: Seattle, WA Compensation: $30-$32 hourly Benefits: Medical HMO, dental and vision insurance is free for employee only coverage Everyone has the right to a quality, affordable home . At Community Roots Housing, this truth drives our work. By embracing community-led development and engaging in deep-rooted partnerships, we’re fostering vibrant, equitable communities where everyone has access to safe, affordable and welcoming homes.

Today, with nearly 40 apartment buildings – over 2,000 residents -- we continue our commitment to build community with and for people. We are a top performing, high-capacity not-for-profit corporation with an innovative portfolio throughout the Seattle area. Our buildings have won numerous awards from HUD, Urban Land Institute, Affordable Housing Finance Magazine, Future wise and other community development awards.

Job Summary: The Maintenance Technician is responsible for completing repair & maintenance tasks at assigned properties, oversee work by vendors, and support the Facilities Team at various Community Roots Housing locations as needed. Duties and Responsibilities: · Apply repair knowledge of plumbing, electrical, carpentry, appliance, mechanical, and facilities maintenance experience to resolve issues at a Community Roots Housing apartment community.

· Complete daily walks of building & property; ensure the interior and exterior of building are clean, safe, secure, and systems are in working order. · Troubleshoot building systems and manage vendor repairs as needed. · Ensure service requests are completed in a comprehensive and timely manner · Maintain quality of building systems and components to ensure industry standard. · Coordinate with Maintenance Manager and other team members as necessary in the efficient and proper maintenance of the property, and complete assigned work orders.

· Store tools and equipment in designated areas and ensure proper security measures have been taken. Track equipment inventory. · Responsible for purchasing and accurate inventory of all maintenance supplies, within budgetary limits. · Code all maintenance invoices for site, in accordance with Finance and Accounting policy. · Monitor billing accuracy and process all invoices as per Accounting Policies.

· Ensure accurate and complete maintenance files, recording all maintenance and repair activity in accordance with CRH Policies. · Maintain list of approved, cost-effective suppliers. · Provide information for annual budget preparation. · Advise Site Manager on purchasing and inventory needs of equipment, appliances and other materials · Properly document all bids and other documents in accordance with the Public Works/Prevailing Wage process as it applies to applicable buildings within the portfolio, small works roster.

· Be knowledgeable of and operate within the provisions of Seattle and Washington State Landlord Tenant, Fair Housing and ADA regulations always. · Respond to building emergencies, initiate required actions, and follow emergency procedures. · Share on-call duties after-hours with other maintenance team members. · Report all maintenance items, building issues, and propose purchases, to the Maintenance Manager in a timely manner.

· Assist with annual inspections of units and common areas. · Maintain professional appearance and comply with prescribed uniform policy. · Attend scheduled meetings and complete assigned trainings. · Must have reliable transportation to travel between sites if applicable. · Other duties as assigned. Requirements Minimum Qualifications: · High School Diploma or GED. · 2+ years’ experience working as an Apartment Maintenance Technician or in a related field.

· General experience in and ability to perform basic plumbing, electrical, carpentry, appliance repair, building hardware/lock systems, wall repair and painting. · Ability to speak, read and write standard business English · Basic computer skills including email, MS Word and MS Excel. · Ability to