Maintenance Specialist - 3 Positions Available in Tacoma, Washington at Tacoma Housing

THA's Maintenance Specialists help create safe, welcoming, and well-maintained communities for residents. In this role, you'll play an essential part in ensuring homes are functional, comfortable, and cared for - responding to maintenance needs with strong technical and customer service skills. The work calls for reliability, strong troubleshooting ability, efficient task prioritization, and consistent execution, with a commitment to safety and quality. If you bring solid maintenance expertise and a practical, solutions-focused approach, the Maintenance Specialist role offers the opportunity to directly support property operations and resident stability.

What You’ll Do:

As a Maintenance Specialist, you’ll ensure THA’s properties are enjoyable places to live and work. Your responsibilities will include:

• Troubleshooting and repairing mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and appliance issues.
• Performing basic repairs in plumbing, electrical, drywall, carpentry, painting, and heating.
• Conducting general maintenance, custodial services, and landscaping services for turn over and lease up, event prep, and other activities.
• Coordinating workload with property management staff and completing work orders promptly.
• Maintaining inventory control over equipment and supplies.
• Accompanying staff and outside personnel during inspections and treatments.
• Identifying and addressing potential hazards and safety concerns.

Who You Are:

You’re a skilled professional with:

• A high school diploma or GED (technical/trade school maintenance program and certification preferred).
• 5+ years of related building maintenance experience.
• Landscaping experience required; advanced landscaping knowledge is a plus.
• Knowledge of safe work practices and the ability to use various hand and power tools and other equipment safely and effectively.
• Basic computer skills.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to interact respectfully and effectively with diverse individuals.
• A valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Availability for on-call shifts and after-hours emergencies.

What We Offer:

Important Position and Recruitment Info:

• Position open until filled; first consideration given to applications submitted by 09/30/2026.
• This job posting will be used to fill multiple Maintenance Specialist positions.
• Review the attached full job description before applying.
• This position is based on-site and requires in-person attendance at THA properties. Remote or hybrid work arrangements are not available for this position.
• You must include ALL work experience in your application profile. Do not only upload a resume. We evaluation applications based solely on the details you enter into your application profile.
• Internal THA applicants must complete the attached Job Transfer Request and upload it to their online application.
• The pay rate for this position at hire is $35.23/hr ($73,284.00/yr).
  • Current THA employees transferring into this position are placed on the salary schedule in with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.
  • If transferring within the same pay grade, employee’s pay rate will remain the same.