Licensed Plumber/Maintenance Mechanic 1 - Pittsfield Housing Authority - Pittsfield

Position Summary:  Performs skilled plumbing, building and equipment maintenance and construction tasks.  Work involves a combination of skills in repairing such items as plumbing, heating and electrical.  This position is 70% plumber/30% maintenance mechanic 1.

Essential Functions:

- Repairs or installs plumbing fixtures and pipes such as toilets, sinks, drains, valves, hot water tanks and controls;

- Repairs burn control switches and heating related issues;

- Cleans and flushes boilers, furnaces and hot water tanks;

- Repairs or replaces electrical switches, outlets, lights, ranges, disposals, refrigerators, thermostats, fuses, etc.;

- Inspects apartments, building and grounds for work to be done, and performs necessary work;

- Makes recommendations to the foreman on upkeep of buildings, grounds, equipment and tools;

- Independently perform a wide range of building and mechanical repairs and maintenance functions;

- Assist with maintaining the inventory of materials and equipment necessary to complete work and in anticipation of future work;

- Required to take his/her turn on a rotating "on-call" yearly schedule after the 6 month trial period;

- Assist with other classifications in removing snow and ice with both hand and power equipment;

- Must have knowledge and skill in using a wide range of tools and equipment such as drills, hammers, wrenches, pro press, etc.;

- Perform other job-related duties in different classifications as required;

Qualifications:

- Must possess Massachusetts Journeyman's Plumbing License or higher and must be kept up to date at all times;

- Working knowledge and skill in plumbing, electricity, heating, carpentry and mechanical equipment;

- Working knowledge of the tools, materials, methods and standard practices used in the wide range of building maintenance work;

- Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety measures;

- Ability to instruct and direct the work of others;

- Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions;

- Ability to deal effectively and maintain working relationships with co-workers and tenants;

- Ability to work in hazardous and adverse conditions such as snow, heat, cold, cramped quarters and high places;

- Ability work prepare work orders and time sheets;

- Valid driver's license is required;

- Ability to perform manual tasks requiring physical strength, including lifting heavy objects up to at least 50 lbs;

The Pittsfield Housing Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer