Technician Specialist

MVCAA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Full-time position in the Housing department. Pay rate: $22.50 per hour.

About the role

Performs the day-to-day operations for the Section 8 Certificate and Voucher Program, Lead Rental Registry and Weatherization Assistance Program. Assist low-income households with housing programs to help them save money, alleviate poverty, achieve self-sufficiency and/or improve living conditions.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to government regulations as enacted by HUD, EPA and DOE.
• Complete all paperwork, testing and data input correctly, neatly and on time.
• Prepares calculations for computer input.
• Maintains and updates all computerized program statistical reports, computerized forms, and correspondence.
• Incorporate a Trauma Informed Care approach to program delivery.
• Inspects and evaluates housing unit to ensure existing conditions conform to the NSPIRE Inspections per HUD guidelines.
• Perform Lead Risk Assessments in accordance with EPA guidelines.
• Maintain safe workplace and practices.
• Work with Weatherization staff on job sites to install energy efficiency measures in homes.
• Track and maintain tools, materials, parts, inventory, etc. according to Agency policies.
• Demonstrate commitment to mission, values and policies in the performance of daily duties.
• Assist with developing strategies to integrate all services of MVCAA.
• Be adaptable to change and Agency growth and perform other duties requested by management.

Requirements

• Possess a High School Diploma.
• 2-3 years in construction industry preferred.
• Able to achieve HUD Inspector and EPA Certification as a Lead Assessor within 3 months of employment.
• Attend trainings in regard to Weatherization Program.
• Ability to effectively communicate with co-workers, the general public and low-income families from diverse backgrounds.
• Willing to travel to trainings out of town.
• Understanding of low-income, poverty and diversity-related issues and the Agency’s commitment to the continuum care and service integration.
• Possess a Valid NYS Driver’s License.
• Reliable transportation to and from MVCAA agency offices, and Home Inspections.
• Must be physically able to perform the duties of the job.

Benefits

MVCAA offers a generous benefit package.