Town of Chapel Hill NC
HOUSING MAINTENANCE MECHANIC - TEMPORARY
Town of Chapel Hill NC, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, United States, 27517
Salary:
$21.61 - $29.04 Hourly Location :
Chapel Hill, NC Job Type:
Temporary Job Number:
T24/25-01857 Department:
AFFORDABLE HOUSING & COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS Opening Date:
08/28/2024 Closing Date:
Continuous
Summary
SUMMARY: The purpose of this position is to perform maintenance and repair duties in town- owned public housing units and buildings; clean and repair damage from vandalism and accidents. The initial term of employment is
3 months , with opportunity for extension. The work schedule will be 40 hours per week from
8 am - 5 pm Monday to Friday with a one-hour lunch break.
As a temporary employee, you will not be required to work holidays, weekends, or on-call. Temporary employees do not accrue Town benefits and may not work more than 950 hours in a rolling 12-month period.
Essential Functions
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: An equivalent combination of education and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the duties of the job. A candidate is not required to be familiar with each of the below types of equipment but should be familiar with at least one.
Equipment and Facilities Maintenance:
Maintains equipment and Facilities by conducting inspections and making repairs. Provides 48-hour notice to residents regarding upcoming work. Determines materials and supplies needed to make repairs prior to beginning work. Completes repair in apartments in order to maintain a safe, healthy, and decent place for our residents to thrive Completes and reviews all repair work done in the unit so that no health or safety violations are found during inspections. Maintains plumbing system:
Conducts regular inspections, as needed and make repairs to eliminate leaks and clogged lines. Determines and assembles materials and supplies needed prior to beginning work HVAC Maintenance:
Maintains heating and air conditioning systems by inspecting, replacing filters, replace existing failed parts, monitoring essential system components, and reporting gas leaks Changes filters within HVAC system. Checks for gas or carbon monoxide leaks and submits documentation that testing has been completed Work Orders: Completes regular and emergency work orders and maintains records of work performed. Completes or abates emergency work orders requests within twenty-four hours after receiving request. Completes non-emergency work orders within 5 days of receiving request. Completes paperwork within 7 business days of completing work. After- Hour Request: There are no after hour obligations for this position.
Supervision Exercised: None
Physical Demands: The work requires sitting at a desk or table, with intermittent standing or stooping. The employee uses equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs safely. Work Environment: The work is typically performed in a shop, warehouse, vehicle and outdoors Minimum Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: An equivalent combination of education and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the duties of the job.
Knowledge of: Standard practices, methods, materials and tools of the electrical, carpentry, interior finishes and plumbing trades Use of a variety of hand and bench tools, gauges, and test meters Use of heating, air-conditioning, carpentry and electrical testing equipment Ability to:
Solve problems and make sound decisions Write reports Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, customers, and supervisors Communicate effectively (orally and in writing) Lift up to 50 pounds Ability to climb a ladder six feet off the ground Model behavior that is consistent with our values of RESPECT Education: High School Diploma
Experience: Experience will be assessed on a per application basis.
Certifications: A valid NC driver's license
Supplemental Information
S
pecial Requirements: This classification has been designated as Safety Sensitive and is subject to random drug and alcohol testing. The Town of Chapel Hill offers comprehensive and competitive benefits to regular full time and part time employees.
Health Insurance Health insurance is effective the first day of employment. The town will provide full-time employees group medical insurance including family coverage. Employees and the town will share equally in the additional cost of the base plan for dependent coverage if employees desire to purchase such coverage for family members.
Retirement Health Savings Plan
Employees hired after June 30, 2010, in a regular full-time or regular part- time position are required to participate in the Retirement Health Savings Plan. Contributions are taken on a pre-tax basis. The current contribution amount is 1%.
Dental Insurance
Dental insurance is optional and is paid for by the employee. Coverage for eligible dependents is also available.
Paid Time Off
Vacation/Annual Leave:
Employees in regular full or part time positions earn between 12 and 26 days per year depending upon length of Town service. Sick Leave:
Employees in full or part time regular positions earn 12 days per year. Paid Parental Leave:
Eligible employees receive 6 weeks of Paid Parental Leave after birth or placement of a child in the home for adoption or foster care. This leave does not come from Employee's leave bank. Paid Holidays:
There are 12 official Town holidays. Employees in full or part time regular positions are eligible for paid holiday time. Personal Leave:
All employees in full or part time regular positions are granted 3 days of personal leave per year. This leave is non-cumulative Local Government Retirement System
All employees in regular full or part time position are required to contribute to the retirement system. Contributions are taken on a pre-tax basis. The current contribution amount is 6%.
Supplemental Retirement Plans
NC 401(k)-The Town makes a contribution of 5% to the 401(k) for all regular full and part time employees. There is no employee match required. Employees have the option of making contributions on a pre or post tax basis. The plan is administered by Prudential. 457 Deferred Compensation Plan-Town of Chapel Hill employees have the option of making contributions to a 457. The Town does not make contributions to this plan. The plan is administered by ICMA. Disability Insurance
Town Provided:
The Town provides both short term and long term disability insurance to all regular full or part time employees. The plan will pay up to 50% of the employee's base income for non-job related injuries. Voluntary Short Term Disability:
Employees have the option of purchasing supplemental disability insurance. This plan will pay employees a maximum of 25% of their base weekly earnings up to $400. Life Insurance
The Town provides full and part time regular employees with an individual term life insurance policy. Employees have the option of purchasing additional life insurance for a small fee. Dependent life insurance is also available.
Direct Deposit
All employees hired after July 1, 2007 are required to have direct deposit.
Other Benefits
Credit Union: Employees of the Town of Chapel Hill are eligible to open accounts at the Local Government Federal Credit Union. Parking is provided free of charge at or near worksites Annual longevity payment beginning with the 5th year of full or part time regular employment Tuition assistance is available upon completion of the initial probationary period Town has a Housing Assistance Program that assists employees secure housing in Town see the following https://www.chapelhillaffordablehousing.org/employee-housing
$21.61 - $29.04 Hourly Location :
Chapel Hill, NC Job Type:
Temporary Job Number:
T24/25-01857 Department:
AFFORDABLE HOUSING & COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS Opening Date:
08/28/2024 Closing Date:
Continuous
Summary
SUMMARY: The purpose of this position is to perform maintenance and repair duties in town- owned public housing units and buildings; clean and repair damage from vandalism and accidents. The initial term of employment is
3 months , with opportunity for extension. The work schedule will be 40 hours per week from
8 am - 5 pm Monday to Friday with a one-hour lunch break.
As a temporary employee, you will not be required to work holidays, weekends, or on-call. Temporary employees do not accrue Town benefits and may not work more than 950 hours in a rolling 12-month period.
Essential Functions
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: An equivalent combination of education and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the duties of the job. A candidate is not required to be familiar with each of the below types of equipment but should be familiar with at least one.
Equipment and Facilities Maintenance:
Maintains equipment and Facilities by conducting inspections and making repairs. Provides 48-hour notice to residents regarding upcoming work. Determines materials and supplies needed to make repairs prior to beginning work. Completes repair in apartments in order to maintain a safe, healthy, and decent place for our residents to thrive Completes and reviews all repair work done in the unit so that no health or safety violations are found during inspections. Maintains plumbing system:
Conducts regular inspections, as needed and make repairs to eliminate leaks and clogged lines. Determines and assembles materials and supplies needed prior to beginning work HVAC Maintenance:
Maintains heating and air conditioning systems by inspecting, replacing filters, replace existing failed parts, monitoring essential system components, and reporting gas leaks Changes filters within HVAC system. Checks for gas or carbon monoxide leaks and submits documentation that testing has been completed Work Orders: Completes regular and emergency work orders and maintains records of work performed. Completes or abates emergency work orders requests within twenty-four hours after receiving request. Completes non-emergency work orders within 5 days of receiving request. Completes paperwork within 7 business days of completing work. After- Hour Request: There are no after hour obligations for this position.
Supervision Exercised: None
Physical Demands: The work requires sitting at a desk or table, with intermittent standing or stooping. The employee uses equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs safely. Work Environment: The work is typically performed in a shop, warehouse, vehicle and outdoors Minimum Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: An equivalent combination of education and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the duties of the job.
Knowledge of: Standard practices, methods, materials and tools of the electrical, carpentry, interior finishes and plumbing trades Use of a variety of hand and bench tools, gauges, and test meters Use of heating, air-conditioning, carpentry and electrical testing equipment Ability to:
Solve problems and make sound decisions Write reports Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, customers, and supervisors Communicate effectively (orally and in writing) Lift up to 50 pounds Ability to climb a ladder six feet off the ground Model behavior that is consistent with our values of RESPECT Education: High School Diploma
Experience: Experience will be assessed on a per application basis.
Certifications: A valid NC driver's license
Supplemental Information
S
pecial Requirements: This classification has been designated as Safety Sensitive and is subject to random drug and alcohol testing. The Town of Chapel Hill offers comprehensive and competitive benefits to regular full time and part time employees.
Health Insurance Health insurance is effective the first day of employment. The town will provide full-time employees group medical insurance including family coverage. Employees and the town will share equally in the additional cost of the base plan for dependent coverage if employees desire to purchase such coverage for family members.
Retirement Health Savings Plan
Employees hired after June 30, 2010, in a regular full-time or regular part- time position are required to participate in the Retirement Health Savings Plan. Contributions are taken on a pre-tax basis. The current contribution amount is 1%.
Dental Insurance
Dental insurance is optional and is paid for by the employee. Coverage for eligible dependents is also available.
Paid Time Off
Vacation/Annual Leave:
Employees in regular full or part time positions earn between 12 and 26 days per year depending upon length of Town service. Sick Leave:
Employees in full or part time regular positions earn 12 days per year. Paid Parental Leave:
Eligible employees receive 6 weeks of Paid Parental Leave after birth or placement of a child in the home for adoption or foster care. This leave does not come from Employee's leave bank. Paid Holidays:
There are 12 official Town holidays. Employees in full or part time regular positions are eligible for paid holiday time. Personal Leave:
All employees in full or part time regular positions are granted 3 days of personal leave per year. This leave is non-cumulative Local Government Retirement System
All employees in regular full or part time position are required to contribute to the retirement system. Contributions are taken on a pre-tax basis. The current contribution amount is 6%.
Supplemental Retirement Plans
NC 401(k)-The Town makes a contribution of 5% to the 401(k) for all regular full and part time employees. There is no employee match required. Employees have the option of making contributions on a pre or post tax basis. The plan is administered by Prudential. 457 Deferred Compensation Plan-Town of Chapel Hill employees have the option of making contributions to a 457. The Town does not make contributions to this plan. The plan is administered by ICMA. Disability Insurance
Town Provided:
The Town provides both short term and long term disability insurance to all regular full or part time employees. The plan will pay up to 50% of the employee's base income for non-job related injuries. Voluntary Short Term Disability:
Employees have the option of purchasing supplemental disability insurance. This plan will pay employees a maximum of 25% of their base weekly earnings up to $400. Life Insurance
The Town provides full and part time regular employees with an individual term life insurance policy. Employees have the option of purchasing additional life insurance for a small fee. Dependent life insurance is also available.
Direct Deposit
All employees hired after July 1, 2007 are required to have direct deposit.
Other Benefits
Credit Union: Employees of the Town of Chapel Hill are eligible to open accounts at the Local Government Federal Credit Union. Parking is provided free of charge at or near worksites Annual longevity payment beginning with the 5th year of full or part time regular employment Tuition assistance is available upon completion of the initial probationary period Town has a Housing Assistance Program that assists employees secure housing in Town see the following https://www.chapelhillaffordablehousing.org/employee-housing