Home Repair Specialist I

Housing Partnership
Louisville, KY Full Time
POSTED ON 7/18/2023 CLOSED ON 10/23/2023

Job Posting for Home Repair Specialist I at Housing Partnership

We are guided by what we do!

Founded in 1990, The Housing Partnership, Inc. is a 501(c)3 non-profit real estate development organization that creates affordable housing opportunities to encourage family stability, support communities, revitalize neighborhoods, and empower local economy.

Since inception, HPI has served over 15,000 low-income individuals and families through public and private partnerships. HPI’s vision is to create communities in which affordable housing of choice is available for everyone.

At present, HPI serves over 1,200 individuals and families in its property managed single- and multi-family communities. Along with resident services, HPI offers a path to homeownership through its nationally recognized NeighborWorks America Homebuyer Education & Financial Counseling program that lowers the cost of entry for new homeowners through access to downpayment assistance and community mortgage lending.

HPI, in partnership with state agencies, private entities and other nonprofits, also works to combat homelessness through affordable housing and homeownership among veterans and victims of domestic violence.

What we do

We look for people who are passionate and proud of the work they acheive.
At HPI, you can build a career with the knowledge that you are making a difference in the community.

Property & Asset Management
Real Estate Development
HPI Construction
Single Family Home Sales
Homebuyer Education
Financial Counseling

What makes us different

We know our team is our greatest asset!
We strive for an environment of continuous improvement and professional growth for employees.

  • Professional Development and Advancement Opportunities available.
  • Employee Benefits including Health & Dental, and company match 401K plans.
  • Paid Vacation & Holidays, including Oaks Day and Good Friday.
  • Salary continuation with up to 80% of salary for emergency leaves.
  • Promotion of Healthy Work/Life Balance.


The Housing Partnership, Inc. is a non-profit real estate development organization dedicated to creating, sustaining and promoting access to affordable housing of choice. We have a strong focus on building stable communities by providing financial education for a future community of homeowners.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Perform intermediate skilled work at various properties. May be required to work on short notice.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND TASKS:

1. Assures all punch list items are completed on a daily basis.
2. Accurately documents work performed on service requests, including parts, and return to supervisor by end of day.
3. Communicates (via email, text, verbal & photographic) with supervisor to ensure complete understanding of the scope of projects.
4. Routinely performs duties to restore houses to “for sale” or “lease purchase” status.
5. Inspects properties as directed.
6. Assists in keeping grounds neat and free of litter.
7. Maintains accurate records.
8. Notifies supervisor of parts and supplies that need to be ordered. Follows purchase order procedures.
9. Maintains proper equipment and equipment inventory to ensure warranty compliance.
10. Maintains shop appearance to standards to facilitate quick assessment of supply inventory.
11. Coordinates delivery and work schedules with vendors, contractors and supervisor.
12. Coordinates maintenance objectives with the Supervisor daily and staff.
13. Performs, and report on, all work according to the safety standards of the company, OSHA and health codes.
14. Performs work area clean-up on a daily basis.


WORKING CONDITIONS:

Work is performed at various properties. Typically works a normal work week but may be called to work on short notice. May be exposed to dust, allergens, and chemicals that are used to maintain landscape and lawns. Work is performed in varying climate conditions.

EFFORT:

Extensive mobility is required including walking, climbing, reaching, stretching, bending, crouching, crawling. Ability to lift 100 lbs. is necessary for installation and removal of appliances. Ability to operate power hand tools to make repairs. Ability to drive to and from job sites. Tolerance to all extremes of hot and cold weather, snow, ice and humidity.

MACHINES, TOOLS, EQUIPMENT:

Must provide own basic tools or be willing to obtain the necessary hand tools. Must be knowledgeable and skilled in the safe use and maintenance of the following:
  • Hand Tools: various wrenches, screwdrivers, grips, hammer, snips, sledge hammer, post hole diggers, saws, etc.
  • Power Tools: wrenches, grinder, sander, drill, saws, etc.
  • User-Moved Aids: wheelbarrows, dollies, hand trucks, buckets, hoists, jacks, stepladders, full ladders, double ladders, etc.
  • Mechanical Equipment: motors, pumps, compressors, blowers, electric and hand-powered augers, etc.
  • Measuring Devices: voltmeters, ohmmeters, testing meters, PH tests, etc.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

  • High school equivalency or trade school plus at least three (3) years of applicable work experience
  • Ability to read and understand written materials and communicate with others in writing
  • Possess and maintain personal vehicle, such as a truck, SUV, van, or vehicle with towing capacity and a personal trailer (4’ x 6’ trailer), capable of moving tools, equipment, machinery, and materials for general maintenance and renovation work to and from job sites. In addition to the tools, equipment, and machinery identified in the section above, examples of materials transported include: small lumber packages, 2’ x 4’ x 8’ lumber, bath fixtures, galvanized fence components, 4’ x 8’ sheets of plywood or drywall.
  • Proof of liability insurance for personal vehicle and trailer, if applicable
  • Valid driver’s license in state of residence
  • Must be bondable
A combination of education, training, and experience may be substituted when competency in the role is demonstrated. Successful performance on pre-employment tests is required.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to those who are able to perform the essential duties of the job. The incumbent must be able to pass any required pre-employment testing.


SPECIALIZED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

  • Significant experience in plumbing, appliance repair, carpentry, and general maintenance repairs
  • Electrical knowledge
  • Knowledge of safety procedures. Safety conscious.
  • Steady and dependable
  • Ability to work with pressure of deadlines
  • Ability to install or assemble by following instructions
  • Ability to be flexible and change work schedule
  • Finished drywall
  • Travel may be required.

HPI reserves the right to change this job description as needed.

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