Maintenance Mechanic / HVAC - St Petersburg Multi-Family Housing St Petersburg Housing Authority - 2.3 Saint Petersburg, FL Job Details Full-time From $24 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Tools provided Qualifications Resource allocation Safe work practices Minor electrical repair Electronic meters Computer operation Facility maintenance painting Fire safety Equipment repair Outdoor work experience Air conditioning unit repair Electrical work Writing skills Carpentry repair tasks In-person customer service Mechanical repair English Windows Company vehicle operation High school diploma or GED Driver's License Math Budget planning Appliance repair Safety hazards Desktop applications EPA Universal Certification Electrical maintenance Productivity software Woodworking First aid protocols Full Job Description Join us in St. Petersburg!

Job Summary:

Maintenance and repair of multi-family properties and A/C units including buildings, facilities, apartments, equipment, and devices. Tasks include a wide variety of maintenance work including plumbing, carpentry, welding, masonry, refrigeration, electrical, roofing, appliance repair, alteration, and lawn upkeep. The work location may vary as needed and evening and weekend on-call work is required on a rotating basis. Become part of the SPHA team and enjoy:

• A 4-1/2 day (40 hour) condensed work week. (Mon-Thurs 7:30am - 5pm and Fridays from 8:00am - noon)
• Affordable health plans with low monthly premiums starting quickly on the first of the month after hire.
• Vacation time accruals starting at 3 weeks per year plus additional sick time.
• Thirteen paid holidays annually.
• A generous dollar-for-dollar company match up to 7% on employee retirement contributions.

Duties and Responsibilities Completes work orders and obtains the necessary materials and/or supplies to complete assigned work orders. Works independently in assigned areas as instructed. Performs repair activities on plumbing, carpentry, refrigeration, electrical, appliance, roofing, etc., as directed. Performs painting duties on the interiors and exteriors of buildings. Repairs electrical appliances, refrigerators. Performs routine cleaning duties inside apartments when residents vacate. Maintains machinery and tools in such a manner so as to prolong usable life and maintains high efficiency and reduced maintenance costs. Performs janitorial duties including general clean-up work around the sites. Janitorial duties may include, and are not limited to, picking up trash on grounds, hand weed removal, the waxing of floors, the cleaning of restroom facilities, and the emptying of trash. May perform lawn maintenance duties, in the absence of lawn care contractor, to include: spray and trim foliage, clear brush and cut and edge grass and weeds with hand tools and power operated equipment; assist in planting trees and shrubbery; lay sod and give general care to lawns and grounds; remove dirt, rubbish, weeds, leaves, and other refuse from grounds. Performs a variety of tasks that may include mixing concrete with shovels, using prescribed amounts of sand, cement, and water. Assists in the loading and unloading of heavy materials, moves and/or assists in moving heavy boxes of equipment and large and bulky objects. Removes, installs and repairs various types of water and sewer pipe, works in trenches or excavation often with water. Performs rotating on-call duties (nights and weekend) as assigned. Performs other related duties as may be assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:

Knowledge of:

Trades to include HVAC, plumbing, electrical, painting, carpentry and property maintenance. Equipment and appliance usage and repair. Safety, fire prevention and first aid techniques. Methods, practices, tools, and materials used in general maintenance and repairs of buildings, facilities, and equipment. Occupational hazards and appropriate safety precautions.

Skills in:

Use and care of hand tools, gauges, electrical metering devices, power tools, lawn and other related equipment. Measurement and mathematical calculations. Task-related judgment and decision making. Problem analysis and resolution. Oral and written communication. Budgeting and resource allocation. Time management and workload prioritization.

Ability to:

Operate motor vehicle in order to visit various sites and properties. Frequently move about the interior and exterior of assigned property. Work in a variety of conditions and locations including on ladders, rooftops, confined areas, underground spaces, etc. both indoors and outdoors Lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds. Recognize safety hazards in the work involved and take precautionary methods to protect self and others. Work independently on tasks assigned. Meet the public effectively, to give information regarding development sites; and to look after the safety and welfare of visitors and residents. Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, and work orders written in the English language. Verbally communicate effectively in the English language with fellow employees, residents, and the general public. Interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Physical Requirements :

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to walk; sit; climb, or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; operate equipment, install refrigerators and stoves, and talk or hear. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, outside weather conditions, and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Education and Experience Required Possession of high school diploma or GED certification. A minimum of five years of experience in various trades including general property maintenance, carpentry, plumbing, refrigeration, appliances and/or electrical maintenance and repair. Computer proficiency in Windows operating system and MS Office software including Word and Excel. Able to operate internet applications and email as well as external vendors' and proprietary software programs. Required to provide some personal hand tools. Other Requirements Must possess valid driver's license. EPA Universal certification. HVAC certification a plus.

About Us:

The St. Petersburg Housing Authority operates three housing programs: Public Housing, Affordable Housing, and Housing Choice Vouchers. Together, these programs provide quality, sustainable housing opportunities for approximately 4,000 qualifying low-income households including low-income families, seniors, veterans, and the disabled in the greater St. Petersburg region. The SPHA is an Equal Opportunity Employer Reasonable accommodations may be made to otherwise qualified individuals with disabilities

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $24.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Application Question(s): What is your desired wage per hour? What certifications do you currently have? (include any EPA or HVAC certificates if applicable) Are you able to work the following schedule? 7:30am - 5:00pm (30 min lunch break) Monday thru Thursday & 8:00am - noon on Fridays (40 hour work week) with on-call responsibilities for nights/weekends on a rotating basis? Ability to

Commute:

Saint Petersburg, FL 33709 (Required)

Work Location:

In person