Looking for an entry level “Jack of All Trades”

Job Description

This is a full-time 40hrs/week, year-round position, performing maintenance and repair duties for multiple apartments around the Tri-Cities area. Potential for long-term career for the right person. You will be working under the direct supervision of an experienced, long-term maintenance lead.

Duties and Responsibilities

Landscaping, lawn mowing, sprinkler repair, and property clean up.

Repair and general maintenance work of buildings, grounds, and equipment at various sites including basic electrical, carpentry, basic plumbing, drywall, painting, basic roofing, and general cleaning.

Required to work safely and in compliance with directions and State laws.

Duties will require, at times, heavy lifting (up to 75 lbs.) and frequent standing/bending.

Required to maintain clean working environment.

Flexibility with regard to daily schedule a must.

Willing to train the right person on all facets of the job.

Schedule

Hours will vary according to demands of business; typical schedule is Monday – Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm (traditional hours).

Required to respond to emergency maintenance issues during non-traditional hours.

Skills, Experience and Qualifications - required

Minimum of six months’ experience in building maintenance, landscaping and repair or similar construction-type background in at least two of the above listed areas.

Must have own basic tools. If you do not have your own basic construction tools, you will not be considered for this position.

Must have valid Washington State driver’s license, reliable vehicle that is capable of moving lawncare equipment from job site to job site and haul bags of trash (preferably a truck) and insurance. If you do not have this type of vehicle, you will not be considered for this position.

Must have the ability to follow oral and written instructions, work independently and communicate via phone, text and e-mail while in the field.

Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and customer service focused working relationships.

Ability to pass criminal and driving background checks and provide last two employers information for reference check.

Ability to efficiently and safely use various power and hand tools.

Skills, Experience and Qualifications - preferred

High school diploma or equivalent education.

Three or more years of experience.

Former military, background as Navy Seabee or Military construction a plus.

If you are interested in this position, and meet the required qualifications, please submit your resume with the following items: work history, last two employers (Company, supervisor’s name, phone number, duration of employment, hourly rate, and reason for leaving) and state current hourly rate desired, by replying to this Craigslist posting. EEO, Veterans are encouraged to apply.