Repairer

Job Title:       Repairer                                       

FLSA Status:    Non-Exempt

Department:    Maintenance                                 

Pay Range:      12 / A ($22.54 per hour)

Supervisor:     Maintenance Manager                  

Position Status: Full-time

 

General Description

Yakama Nation Housing Authority is committed to providing safe, affordable housing to our community. As the Maintenance Repairer you will perform unskilled and semi-skilled maintenance and repair tasks on all YNHA properties, buildings, and units. Repairers must demonstrate knowledge of basic heating, carpentry, plumbing, and electricity. Operates and uses a wide variety of hand tools and equipment as needed to complete job duties. Adhere to and follow all YNHA policies, YNHA Adopted Building, Electrical, Plumbing Codes. Become familiar with pertinent standards, ordinances, and regulations mandated by HUD. Incumbent receives direction from and reports to the Maintenance Manager.

 

Responsibilities require employee to follow;

• YNHA programs listed "Common Duties,"
• Department programs listed "Essential Tasks,"
• Job description listed "Supervision "

 

Common Duties:

• Read and comply with all appropriate standards & Procurement Policy, and YNHA policy and procedures, e.g., Personnel Policy Manual, Company Vehicle Policy, Financial Administration Policy and Procedures, Internal Department and Program guidelines, etc.
• Work cooperatively with all YNHA employees or those associated with the Tribe.
• Travel to and from other offices locations.
• Must maintain strict confidentiality standards.

 

Essential Tasks

The tasks listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this position. Management may assign tasks related to the type of work of the position as necessary.

 

• Demonstrate good judgment and reports problems to the Maintenance Security Coordinator and/or Maintenance Manager.
• Perform all duties and responsibilities in a timely and efficient manner according to established schedules, procedures, and polices.
• Apply integrity, ethics, and
• Continually self-educates and remains familiar with all applicable work techniques, standards, materials, and products, that are necessary to complete job duties.
• Ability to respond to schedule changes and/or after normal work hour
• Assists in major plumbing tasks such as replacing, rerouting waterlines, draw and vent systems, toilets, sinks, washer assembly, bath and shower assembly, frost free hose bib, etc.
• Assist in major electrical tasks such as cadet heater replacement, emergency furnace maintenance, electrical stove repair, porchlight replacement, etc.
• Assists in carpentry and millwork tasks as door replacement, window repair and replacement, cabinet feature repair, interior wall restoration, and flooring rehabilitation.
• Assists in moving heavy objects such as refrigerators, stoves, etc.
• Performs maintenance of grounds by cleaning up debris, mowing lawns, raking grass and leaves, trimming shrubs and trees, etc.
• Repairs window shades by measuring and cutting them.
• Performs preventative and routine maintenance and repairs to buildings, furniture, and fixtures.
• Performs floor-tile installations by removing the old tile, scraping down the floor to the surface to remove old cement, applying cement or glue to the floor surface and then laying the tile properly.
• Performs minor building and grounds maintenance and repairs through the use of such tools and equipment as common hand tools, grass cutters, wrenches, pipe cutters, drain augers, shovels, rakes, snowblower, caulking guns, trowels, etc.
• Clears snow and ice from buildings and grounds by shoveling, operating a snowplow, snow blower, etc. to ensure tenant safety.
• Maintains daily logs, workorders, and prepares written reports in a manner consistent with industry and HUD standards.
• Operates and uses a wide variety of hand tools, grass cutters, wrenches, pipe cutters, drain augers, shovels, rakes, lawnmowers, snow blowers, caulking guns, trowels, and ground maintenance equipment, as needed to complete duties.
• Repairers are responsible for knowing how to use and maintain power and hand tools, equipment, electrical or gas driven, in a safe and proper manner.

• Responsible for tools check out and ensure safe storage of tools when not in use. Return tools when finished.
• Maintains daily logs, work orders and prepares written reports in a manner consistent with industry and HUD standards.
• Be willing to Train or Cross Train with coworkers for team wide efficiency and growth.
• Performs a variety of other duties as assigned by supervisor.
• The incumbent is expected to continually follow up with supervisors and co-workers on all cases until the work is completed and any problems and/or concerns are resolved.
• Minor repair on appliances, Ranges, Refrigerators, dish washers, washers, dryer, etc.
• Mix Pesticides for sprayer applications for pests, and Herbicides for plant and weed control.
• Minor repair to electrical fixtures, light switch cover plates, receptacle cover plates, replace light fixtures,
• Minor repair to plumbing fixtures, replace kitchen faucet, bathroom faucet, toilet fixtures, shower spray heads, repair sink P-traps,
• We believe in continuous learning. This position provides opportunities to develop skills in major electrical and plumbing and repair work. You’ll receive hands-on training and mentorship.
• Collaborate closely with our electrical & plumbing maintenance team, learning from experienced professionals. Whether it’s making minor repairs or major repairs, you’ll be part of a supportive group.

 

Involvement With Data. People

Data Involvement: Basic office skills, writing summaries, work orders-writing, updating, completing them.

People Involvement: Ability to deal effectively with the public in conflict situations, problem solving in situations. Also communicate with YNHA staff. Knowledge and understanding of social economic problems and conditions related to housing, health, education of low-income groups, of available local resources and services.

 

General Requirements

Reasoning Requirements: Requires performing routine work involving set procedures, using common sense, and taking directions without question.

Mathematical Requirements: Make arithmetic computations- addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division rapidly and accurately. Knowledge of calculator-calculate ratios, rates, and percentages, and excel spreadsheets for reports if needed.

Language Requirements: Requires reading sentences, instructions, regulations, procedures, or work orders; writing sentences and completing job forms and incident reports; speaking sentences using proper grammar. Strong command of English language both written and oral is required. Requires being able to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.

Mental Requirements: Requires detailed work, professional level work requiring the application of procedures. The ability to effectively plan, organize, manage, and follow up on caseload (s).

Physical And Dexterity Requirements: The incumbent must operate hand and power tools and equipment. Normal physical activity can be strenuous and may involve prolonged standing, walking, reaching, bending, crouching, stooping, and lying prone. The incumbent must use arm strength to manipulate hand tools such as saws, sanders, and jointers. The job requires frequent push, pull, and/or lift objects up to and over 50 pounds. The employee may be exposed to usual and unusual hazards associated with housing developments.

Environmental Hazards: The incumbent works indoors and outdoors and is exposed to extreme weather conditions, seasonal and year around. The incumbent may occasionally be subject to electrical shock hazards, dangerous heights, dangerous chemicals, and skin irritants (e.g., cleaning solutions, solvents, insecticides). The incumbent is required to be familiar with Personal Protective Equipment, PPE, and will be required to use such equipment as necessary; safety glasses/goggles, hearing protection, safety boots & gloves, Tyvek suits & booties. The incumbent may also be asked to be mask fit for a full or half mask respirator and used as required.

Sensory Requirements: The job requires normal visual acuity and field of vision, hearing, speaking, and color, depth, and texture perception.

Judgments And Decisions: Ability to work independently. Requires being responsible for guiding others and making frequent decisions affecting employees, and visitors who depend on the service or product; works in a fluid environment with rules and procedures, but with many variations from the routine.

Education Requirements: Requires high school diploma, GED, or successful completion of technical school/training in a related field.

Experience Requirements: One (1) year of work experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the work outlined with experience in basic building/facility maintenance or related field doing plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and painting. Familiarity with maintenance procedures and protocols is a plus.

Special Certifications and Licenses: Requires a valid driver's license at the time of appointment and throughout employment is required for this position. Must qualify to drive an YNHA company vehicle through insurance provider.

 

Drug And Alcohol Policy

The Yakama Nation Housing Authority has a "Drug Free Workplace Policy." All employees are subject to pre-employment, random drug tests and to tests when the use of alcohol or drugs in the workplace is suspected.

 

Indian Preference Policy

In accordance with Section 101(k) of NAHASDA, Yakama Nation Housing Authority applies Indian preference in employment, as established by Resolution GC-05-2012 of the Yakama Nation General Council.

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Posted on April 09, 2025

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