Housing Technician

About the role

We are looking for a dependable, skilled Housing Technician to join our team. This position is responsible for maintaining, repairing, and preparing company housing and facilities. The ideal candidate is a hands-on individual with experience in plumbing, electrical work, general maintenance, and troubleshooting, who is also comfortable operating commercial vehicles and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform general maintenance and repairs on company housing and facilities.
• Troubleshoot and repair plumbing systems, including water lines, fixtures, toilets, pumps, and related equipment.
• Perform basic to intermediate electrical repairs, including outlets, switches, breakers, lighting, appliances, and troubleshooting electrical issues.
• Repair and maintain HVAC systems and other residential equipment when needed.
• Perform carpentry, drywall, flooring, appliance, and other general housing repairs.
• Inspect housing units and identify maintenance issues before they become larger problems.
• Prepare and stock housing units for employees and field operations.
• Assist with moving, setting up, and relocating housing units, trailers, equipment, and supplies.
• Properly secure loads and inspect vehicles and trailers before transportation.
• Maintain accurate records of completed maintenance and repairs.
• Respond to maintenance issues at different job locations as needed.
• Maintain company vehicles, tools, equipment, and work areas.
• Follow all company safety policies and applicable DOT regulations.
• Work independently while also coordinating with other members of the maintenance and operations teams.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in residential, commercial, industrial, or field maintenance preferred.
• Working knowledge of plumbing and electrical systems.
• Strong mechanical and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to use common hand and power tools safely and effectively.
• Ability to read basic wiring diagrams and troubleshoot mechanical/electrical problems.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize multiple maintenance requests.
• Good communication and organizational skills.
• Dependable, safety-minded, and willing to work in changing field conditions.
• Ability to lift, carry, climb, bend, and perform physical maintenance tasks.
• Willingness to travel between job sites and work occasional extended hours when necessary.

Experience with any of the following is a plus:

• Residential plumbing
• Electrical maintenance
• HVAC
• Generators
• Pumps and water systems
• Appliances
• Trailers and mobile housing
• Construction or remodeling
• Welding or fabrication
• Heavy equipment
• CDL transportation and hauling