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Maintenance Mechanic VIHFA

Company: Government of the Virgin Islands

Location: US - St Thomas

Category:

Posted: June 20, 2024

Salary: $40,000.00 - $45,000.00 Annually

Location : St. Thomas/ St. John, VI

Job Type: Exempt

Job Number: 201903596

Department: |Virgin Islands Housing Finance Authority-STT|

Opening Date: 03/30/2023

Description

The Maintenance Mechanic is responsible for performing semi-skilled and skilled construction and maintenance repairs to residential units, commercial units, and common areas, as well as performs preventative maintenance services. The Maintenance Mechanic is expected to perform duties independently and from time to time may be assisted by or assist other maintenance staff or third-party contractors.

Duties and ResponsibilitiesESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Diagnosing maintenance problems and performing minor, major, and routine maintenance and repair work in a timely and professional manner.
Completing multiple service requests daily within established time standards and schedule.
Carrying out preventative maintenance as assigned.
Accurately documenting on the work order form all work performed and time and materials used.
Using materials and supplies from inventory following established procedures.
Maintaining "rolling stock" if assigned, and ensuring that all supplies, materials, tools and equipment are properly secured.
Being on call for after-hours emergency maintenance per the schedule prepared by the supervisor.
Assisting the supervisor in working with vendors and contractors to obtain bids.
Coordinating delivery and work schedules with vendors, contractors, and supervisor).
Maintaining all equipment and tools in clean and good working order.
If assigned, maintaining any maintenance shops and storage in an organized and clean condition.
If assigned, ordering supplies and materials to replenish stock.
If assigned, assisting with the make-ready of vacant apartments.
Performing inspections as assigned.
Operating vehicles, equipment, and power tools in the performance of the work and in accordance with manufacturers' recommendations for proper use.
Performing all duties in accordance with safety standards of the company and all applicable OSHA and health building codes.
Promptly reporting to his or her supervisor all safety and security incidences.
Ensuring the proper controls over keys, equipment, supplies, inventory, and other property.
Assisting in maintaining warranties and other records.
Notifying of any problems or concerns that are observed, even if such concerns are outside the realm of maintenance.
Promoting good public relations with residents, resident guests, co-workers, other agency staff, contractors, vendors, and other persons having business with the company by being courteous at all times.
Completing special projects as may be assigned and by the (insert title of supervisor).
Attending in-service training, safety meetings, and other meetings of the company.
Adhering to the company's employee policies and procedures.
Adhering to the company's fair housing policies.
Providing formal and/or informal training to other maintenance staff in advanced maintenance

methods.

Performs other related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum QualificationsEDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND SKILLS REQUIRED:

Education: Graduation from an accredited high school, vocational or trade school, or equivalent or technical level courses or training in construction, carpentry, mechanical, or electrical trades.
Experience: Minimum of 4-7 years of working experience in commercial maintenance, construction, or residential maintenance or trade fields at the journeyman level or equivalent combination of education and experience
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Ability to work a 40-hour work week; Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.; the Maintenance Technician will be expected to be "on call" for after-hours emergencies consistent with the company after-hours maintenance emergencies policies and procedures, on a rotating basis with other company maintenance personnel in one-week intervals; the Maintenance Technician may be required to work overtime as needs arise and subject to the prior approval of the supervisor; overtime pay shall be specified in the company personnel policies and procedures; National Center for Construction Education & Research (NCCER) certification in related area(s) preferred; Must possess a Valid U.S. Virgin Islands driver's license, proof of insurability, and maintain a good driving record.

Position FactorsAPPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS AND PROCEDURES:Interested applicants must submit an application, cover letter, and resume/vitae. Application packages will only be accepted electronically at . Signed original documents will be accepted at our Office at a later date. Employment applications can be downloaded from our website at Deadline for submittal of application package is Friday, April 7, 2023; however, this position will remain open until filled. Incomplete application packages will not be considered. Selected candidates will be contacted for interview. The Virgin Islands Housing Finance Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer

The Government of the Virgin Islands aspires to provide the highest level of comprehensive benefits, services and programs to eligible employees, retirees, and their dependents which:

Meet and anticipate their individual needs;
Assure the GVI's competitiveness with other employers to attract and retain employees;
Maximize cost effectiveness; and,
Assure optimal health and productivity of employees.

To achieve this goal, from time to time, the carrier for the GVI's insurance may change. Please contact the Group Health Insurance Office of the Division of Personnel in St. Thomas and St. Croix at for more information regarding carriers.

Medical and Dental Coverage
Enrollment
The Virgin Islands government offers to full-time employees and their eligible dependents, a group health and dental insurance plan.

Full-time employees must enroll within thirty-one (31) days of hire unless they can provide proof of medical coverage from another source. An employee who does not enroll within 31 days of employment will be automatically enrolled in the health insurance plan with single coverage.

If an employee fails to enroll dependents within the initial eligibility period he/she must wait until a period of "open enrollment" is announced or have a qualifying event as determined by the health insurance carrier to enroll dependents or make changes to their coverage.

Effective Date of Coverage
If enrollment forms are received on or before the 6th of the month, coverage will be effective on the first day of the first month following the receipt of enrollment forms. If enrollment forms received on the 7th of the month or later, coverage will be effective on the first day of the.

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