Repair Technician II

Supervisor | THA Operations Manager
Status | Non-Exempt
Salary | $18.00 per hour

Major Function: Perform skilled maintenance and repair tasks to building, grounds, appliances, and equipment owned and operated by Tallahassee Housing Authority. Must demonstrate through performance, knowledge of basic heating, carpentry, painting, electrical and grounds maintenance. Duties also include performing a variety of custodial, maintenance and grounds keeping tasks at the various Authority properties.

Essential Duties:

1. Diagnose problems and determine needed repairs on various appliances and equipment including stoves, heating systems, air conditioners, laundry equipment and water heathers
2. Perform necessary repairs and replaces worn or broken parts, and components on various appliances and equipment
3. Repair or replace exterior woodwork, vinyl and aluminum
4. Repair or replace windows, windows screens, interior and exterior doors, screen doors and related locks and hardware
5. Repair and replace cabinets including the installation of new cabinets
6. Perform routine electrical repairs such as diagnosing overloads, short circuits and faulty fixtures to determine necessary repairs
7. Perform routing plumbing repairs of a complex or technical nature
8. Repair or replace plaster of drywall, including the proper application of drywall texture
9. Repair or replace damage subflooring, replaces damaged vinyl sheet goods, and vinyl asbestos tile and base
10. Properly prepare and maintain all required records pertaining to the work performed or as required by law, rules and regulations. Records data for compliance with regulations administered by the Public Service Commission
11. Replaces and/or recalibrates various controls and devices on a variety of appliances
12. Service as a liaison between contractors and THE ensuring work is completed on a timely manner
13. Perform other duties as assigned
14. Must have valid driver's license

Physical Requirements

1. Ability to operate a variety of carpentry, electrical and plumbing equipment, tools and machines
2. Ability to work/inspect in wet, damp, hot, cold, confined or dusty places
3. Ability to move or carry objects in excess of 70 pounds with the assistance of a hand truck or additional persons
4. Ability to work while standing for extended periods of time
5. Ability to climb ladders or enter crawl spaces in order to gain access to work areas
6. Ability to handle ranges and refrigerators using appliance hand trucks

Minimum, Education, Training and/or Experience:

• Graduation from a standard high school or possession of GED or equivalent; and, at least three (3) years of experience in building maintenance and repair; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  Special Requirements:
• Must possess a valid Florida Driver's license and pass a driver's license check
• Ability to pass criminal background checks, reference checks and drug screen