Lateffa Smith
540-299-5477
lasmith@chpc2.org
Full Time
Posted 1 month ago
Accepting Applications
Blacksburg, VA
Community Housing Partners
$22.00 - $22.00 per hour
The Maintenance Technician II is responsible for ensuring physical aspects of the assigned property(ies) meet CHP quality standards and applicable laws. The position has overall responsibility for the maintenance, upkeep, and repair of the electrical and mechanical systems, appliances, buildings, and grounds. This position represents the minimal requirements for properties with only one maintenance staff; however, this person may also work on a 2-person maintenance team. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: prioritizing jobs/work orders, diagnosing problems and completing repairs in a timely manner so all aspects of the physical plant are functional at all times, ensuring apartments are turned over and ready for new residents within 5 days of vacancy, providing a high degree of aesthetic appeal through regular and thorough maintenance of all aspects of the property, and maintaining a culture of employee and resident safety. The Maintenance Technician II must demonstrate a positive, helpful, and courteous customer-focused demeanor and excellent communication skills in dealing with residents, coworkers, and subcontractors. Employee must provide their own reliable transportation to/from work; company vehicle, if available, are for work-related travel only.
The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job; however, the physical demands described are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time and may change as necessitated by business demands. Upon request, reasonable accommodations, as required under the Americans with Disabilities Act ("ADA"), will be made to qualified individuals.
The employee must possess:
Ability to access crawl spaces and confined areas to access building systems for repair.
Ability to lift/carry/manipulate moderate to heavy loads on a daily, recurring basis (such as snow removal, window AC, etc.)
Ability to hear machine/safety alerts and communicate verbally and in writing.
Ability to stand, stoop, kneel crouch, and climb ladders or steps to reach objects and perform work.
Ability to traverse grounds including rough, uneven, or rocky surfaces and multi-level properties which may not be equipped with elevators.
Ability to withstand exposure to noise, dust or commonly present environmental chemicals or fumes
Proficiency with a variety of common hand and power or motorized work tools including but not limited to mowing equipment, weed eater, trimmers, etc.
The ability to work in a variety of weather conditions with frequent, daily, extended exposure to the outdoor elements.
Must be over 18 years of age to meet FLSA Child Labor Law Hazardous Occupations Guidelines
Must work on-site at the property to perform the duties of the position
Must possess/maintain a valid driver's license and driving record consistent with current CHP insurability guidelines.
Community Housing Partners Corporation (CHP) values diversity of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives among our employees, residents, and partners. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. If you require accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to our recruiting team at recruiting@chpc2.org, (540) 299-5477 (phone), (877) 540-8049 (fax), or 711 (TTY/TDD).
In addition to offering competitive pay, and a potential annual bonus percentage based on company performance, CHP offers great benefits that start after 30 days or less: Medical, Dental, and Vision start the 1st of the month after your hire date, 403B retirement plan up to 5%. The company contributes 3% regardless of an employee’s contribution. Additionally, the company matches 2% of the amount an employee contributes. Paid maternity and paternity leave after 90 days. CHP offers 11 paid holidays, two of which are floating holidays to be used as an employee wishes, in addition to 12 paid leave days and 7 personal/sick leave days per year. CHP believes in employee physical and mental wellness and provides programs to support those areas. To learn more about CHP's benefits, visit our website.
CHP is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that works with private and public partners to develop and preserve award-winning homes and neighborhoods. We deliver a wide range of services, including real estate development, construction, energy services and training, asset management, property management, realty and homeownership, and comprehensive resident services. We champion housing stability, and our work within our communities reflects our core values of resilience, impact, stewardship, and equity.