Home Maintenance Technician at SNOQUALMIE INDIAN TRIBE – Snoqualmie, Washington

The Home Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing a variety of skilled maintenance, repair, and inspection tasks in HUD-assisted homes, Elders Homes, and tribal housing units. This position ensures that homes remain safe, functional, and in compliance with HUD housing quality standards (HQS) and tribal housing policies. A priority on Tribal Elders that are identified as an emergent or direct impact on the health and safety for the Tribal Elder to be able to maintain living in their home will be essential. The position will also assist in performing a variety of maintenance and repair duties associated with the Tribe’s land management and building management department that oversee commercial buildings owned and operated by the Tribe.

Essential Duties:

• Perform general maintenance and repair work in occupied and vacant HUD-assisted homes and Tribal Elder owned homes including plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpentry, painting, and appliance repair.
• Conduct regular inspections of homes to ensure compliance with HUD and tribal housing standards.
• Respond to work orders and emergency maintenance requests in a timely and efficient manner.
• Prepare vacant units for re-occupancy by cleaning, repairing, and restoring essential services and finishes.
• Maintain accurate records of all maintenance activities, including materials used, time spent, and inspection results.
• Provide assistance with project oversight for renovation and new builds on Tribal land.
• Assist with seasonal maintenance tasks such as snow removal, lawn care, and pest control.
• Determine appropriate ADA modifications permitted under HUD Housing & Stability policy and determine if the project is reasonable, provide a project action plan, and implement, when approved by Housing Manager and Elder.
• Ensure all work is performed safely and in compliance with all applicable building codes, OSHA regulations, and HUD requirements.
• Report hazardous conditions or major repairs needed to the appropriate authority responsible for the unit.
• Maintain tools, vehicles, and equipment in good working conditions.
• Work respectfully with residents, elders, and vulnerable populations, always maintaining privacy and professionalism.

Additional Duties:

• The Tribe values its commitment to community service and the well-being of its members. In recognition of this, each employee may be expected to perform duties from time to time which may not be related to their regular responsibilities.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Knowledge of HUD Housing Quality Standards (HQS) preferred.
• Skilled in one or more trades (plumbing, carpentry, HVAC, electrical, etc.).
• Ability to read blueprints, maintenance manuals, and safety instructions.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently.
• Familiarity with HUD regulations and tribal housing codes.
• Basic computer skills for logging work orders and maintenance records.

Education & Experience:

Education Required:

• High school diploma or GED required.

Experience:

• Minimum of two years of experience in building maintenance, construction, or related field.

Certifications/Licenses:

• UPCS (Uniform Physical Condition Standards) or REAC (Real Estate Assessment Center) certified inspector –or complete certification training within 90 days of hire
• Experience working with tribal housing programs or in a tribal community.
• Certifications in HVAC, electrical, or plumbing preferred.
• Must have and maintain a valid Washington State driver’s license.

Other Requirements:

• Must be able to pass a thorough pre-employment background investigation.
• Must agree to be subject to the Tribe's Controlled Substance and Alcohol Testing Policy to include pre-employment screening.

Work Environment:

The work environment includes an office environment in a controlled atmosphere building, with a travel requirement of up to 50% of a given month using a GSA vehicle.

Tribal Preference:

The Snoqualmie Indian Tribe follows the Tribal Hiring Preference as outlined in tribal policies, including the Tribal Employment Rights Ordinance (TERO). TERO sets forth certain hiring preferences for qualified individuals who are enrolled in a federally recognized Indian tribe, as well as, in some cases, preference for certain family members of those individuals.

Additional Information:

• Compensation will be determined based on experience and starts at $24.30 per hour.
• This position is a full-time position and employment is at will.

Location:

• Snoqualmie, WA

Benefits:

• First of the month following date of hire - competitive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance benefits for all regular full-time employees.
• After 90 days - 401k retirement plan with employer matching contributions up to 4%.
• Paid Holidays - Up to 18 paid holidays are offered every calendar year, which includes the workdays between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day.
• Paid Time Off – Employees accrue 12+ days sick and vacation leave respectively. Increases based on years of service.

Additional Perks:

• Additional time off opportunities available including bereavement, military, parental and jury duty.
• Childcare subsidy for children enrolled full-time in the Snoqualmie Tribe Child Development Center.
• Employee discounts at Snoqualmie Casino (tickets/events, gift shop and restaurants), Salish Lodge & Spa (rooms, spa & dining) and Crescent Market (gas discount card).
• Third party perks include movie tickets, theme parks, shows and attractions & more.
• Employee assistance plans.