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Job Title: Maintenance Mechanic I

Job Summary

Under the direct supervision of the Maintenance Supervisor, performs skilled and unskilled maintenance and repair tasks on AVCP Regional Housing Authority’s physical plants in Bethel, including the grounds within the project site boundaries.

Job Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

1. High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
2. Valid State of Alaska driver’s license.
3. Two years of experience in mechanics, building construction-related field and/or building maintenance.

Desirable:

1. Yup’ik speaking preferred.
2. Preference given to graduates of a trade school program with specialization in the construction trades.
3. One year experience in a computerized office setting and familiarity with MS Office programs including: Word, Excel, Access, MS Project, Windows Operating Systems, Internet and related programs.

Duties and responsibilities but not limited to:

Job Requirements

1. Basic knowledge of physical plant electrical and mechanical infrastructure and their operation, including, but not limited to, HVAC systems, water and sewer systems, electrical distribution and equipment.
2. Broad working knowledge related to carpentry, painting, plumbing, heating and electrical systems.
3. Ability to work independently, accurately and detailed in an atmosphere of frequent interruptions.
4. Ability to learn, follow and apply a system of complex regulations, policies and procedures.
5. Ability to tactfully handle difficult situations with sensitivity and good judgment.
6. Ability to add, subtract, multiply, divide and compute percentages.
7. Ability to maintain complete confidentiality of all information obtained through interaction with employees and client interactions.
8. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and written.
9. Ability to plan and organize work assignments, including schedules and filing systems.
10. Position may require working after hours and weekends.

Job Duties

Regular exposure to outside weather, extreme cold and wet or humid conditions. Lift and carry up to 75 lbs., walk, climb and/or balance, kneel, crawl, talk and hear; as well as, close, distance color, peripheral and depth vision.

This Job Description reflects the AVCP Regional Housing Authority’s best effort to describe the requirements and qualifications of the job described. It is not an exhaustive statement of all the duties, responsibilities or qualifications for the job. This document is not intended to exclude an opportunity for modifications consistent with providing reasonable accommodation. This is not intended to be a contract. Your signature indicates you have read the Job Description and understand the requirements and qualifications for the job in return for salary compensation.

Job Environment & Physical Demands

Work environment includes normal office work with extended hours of sitting and operation of standard office and computer equipment. Requires regular travel by small aircraft, and exposure to outside weather, extreme cold, and wet or humid conditions. Lift and carry 50 lbs., walk, climb and/or balance, kneel, crawl, talk and hear; as well as close, distance color, peripheral, and depth vision.

Job Title: Maintenance Mechanic Village, Rental Program

Job Summary

Under the direct supervision of the Traveling Maintenance Mechanic, be on call to perform skilled and unskilled maintenance and repair tasks on the Housing Authority’s physical plants in the village, including the grounds within the project site boundaries.

Job Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• Valid State of Alaska driver’s license.
• High School graduate or GED equivalent.
• Two years’ experience in mechanical, building construction – related field, and/or building maintenance.

Desirable:

• Yup’ik speaking preferred.
• Preference given to graduates of trade school program with specialization in the construction trades.
• One year experience in a computerized office setting and familiarity with MS Office programs including: Word, Excel, Access, MS Project, Windows Operating Systems, Internet and related programs.

Duties and responsibilities but not limited to:

Job Requirements

• Basic knowledge of physical plant electrical and mechanical infrastructure and their operation, including, but not limited to, HVAC systems, water and sewer systems, electrical distribution and equipment.
• Broad working knowledge related to carpentry, painting, plumbing, heating and electrical systems.
• Ability to tactfully handle difficult situations with sensitivity and good judgment.
• Ability to work independently, accurately and detailed in an atmosphere of frequent interruptions.
• Ability to learn, follow and apply a system of complex regulations, policies and procedures.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, divide and compute percentages.
• Ability to maintain complete confidentiality of all information obtained through interaction with employees and client interactions.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and written.
• Ability to plan and organize work assignments, including schedules and filing systems.

Job Duties

• Be on call to perform maintenance and repair assignments to equipment, structures, HVAC, plumbing and electrical systems.
• Be on call to perform emergency, non – routine and preventative maintenance task as necessary to protect the buildings, apartments, grounds and equipment.
• Be on call to clear snow and ice from buildings and grounds by shoveling, operating a snowplow and snow blower
• Be on call to assist in moving heavy objects, such as refrigerators, stoves and other household appliances and other items.
• Be on call to perform maintenance of grounds by cleaning debris from the grounds.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Environment & Physical Demands

Exposure to outside weather, extreme cold and wet or humid conditions, moderate heights and loud noise. Ability to lift and carry more than 70 lbs., walk, climb or balance, kneel, crawl, talk and hear. Close, peripheral, depth and distance color vision.

Job Title: Occupancy Specialist

Job Summary

Under direct supervision of the Housing Manager, ensures that tenants meet eligibility certifications for the Housing Authority’s apartments and the Mutual Help Homebuyer program.

Job Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Valid State of Alaska driver’s license.
• One year experience in counseling homebuyers, tenants or related duties.
• Two years of experience in homebuyer eligibility or related work.
• Willing and able to travel to remote villages throughout the year.

Desirable:

• Yup’ik speaking preferred.
• One year experience in a computerized office setting and familiarity with MS Office programs including: Word, Excel, Access, MS Project, Windows Operating Systems, Internet and related programs.

Duties and responsibilities but not limited to:

Job Requirements

• Able to become a Certified Occupancy Specialist within a year of employment after the six (6) month probationary period.
• Ability to work independently, accurately and detailed in an atmosphere of frequent interruptions.
• Ability to learn, follow and apply a system of complex regulations, policies and procedures.
• Ability to tactfully handle difficult situations with sensitivity and good judgment.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, divide and compute percentages.
• Ability to maintain complete confidentiality of all information obtained through interaction with employees and client interactions.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and written.
• Ability to plan and organize work assignments, including schedules and filing systems.
• Able to become a certified State of Alaska Notary within a year of employment after the six (6) month introductory period.

Job Duties

• Assemble and prepare eligibility determinations for the Housing Authority’s apartments and the Mutual Help Homebuyer program.
• Conduct workshops and orientations for prospective and participants for the Housing Authority’s apartments and Mutual Help Homebuyer program.
• Determine verifications needed to accurately evaluate eligibility.
• Prepare and submit verifications to appropriate sources.
• Assist in developing forms, procedures and control systems.
• Interpret regulations and policies and procedures of the Housing Authority to resolve resident and landlord complaints and problems.
• Provide budgeting, money management, community resources and services, counseling to participants in the Mutual Help Homebuyer program in respect to the Mutual Help Agreement, Occupancy Agreement and the Mutual Help Contribution.
• Provide information and maintain Mutual Help Homebuyer files to enable the Housing Authority to enforce the Mutual Help Agreement.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Environment and Physical Demands

Work environment includes normal office work with extended hours of sitting and operation of standard office and computer equipment. Requires regular travel by small aircraft and exposure to outside weather, extreme cold, and wet or humid conditions. No unusual physical demands. Occasionally, being able to lift 50 lbs.