Housing Authority Senior Building Maintenance Technician

Grapevine City Hall

Grapevine, TX

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$24.17–$35.05 Per Hour
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Blueprints, Carpentry, Cellular Telephone, Communication Skills, Construction Safety, Customer Support/Service, Driver's License, Electrical Engineering, Electricity, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Establish Priorities, Flooding, GSP (Good Safety Practices), HVAC, High School Diploma, Identify Issues, Inventory Management, Life Safety Systems, Lift/Move 50 Pounds, Maintenance - Electrical, Maintenance - HVAC, Maintenance - Plumbing, Maintenance Services, Mathematics, On Call, Organizational Skills, Physical Demands, Plumbing, Policy Development, Preventative Maintenance, Problem Solving Skills, Progress Reports, Property Maintenance, Public Housing, Regulations, Residential Construction, Safety Equipment, Safety Process, Spanish Language, Staff Training, Systems Maintenance, Tablet PC, Team Player, Time Management, Training Program, Vendor/Supplier Relations
LOCATION
Grapevine, TX
POSTED
30+ days ago

Housing Authority Senior Building Maintenance Technician

Salary

$24.17 - $35.05 Hourly

Location

City of Grapevine, TX

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

FS2604-5

Department

Fiscal Services

Opening Date

04/20/2026

Closing Date

7/12/2026 5:00 PM Central

  • Description
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Job Summary

Maintains the Grapevine Housing Authority property in attractive, safe and quality condition, providing customer service and assisting the Executive Director in the operation of the housing development. Responsible for the maintenance of dwelling units, buildings, and grounds.

Essential Functions

  1. Diagnoses, troubleshoots, and performs HVAC, electrical systems, mechanical, and plumbing repairs on dwelling units, common buildings, and grounds.

  2. Prioritizes, organizes and completes emergencies, work orders, unit make readies and general maintenance tasks according to housing authority standards.

  3. Maintains a schedule and performs preventative maintenance of systems in housing authority dwelling units and common buildings.

  4. Operates and makes repairs per the HUD NSPIRE inspection protocol.

  5. Maintains inventories of supplies, tools and equipment needed for maintenance and repairs. Places orders with approved vendors when parts and materials are needed.

  6. Maintains relationships with contractors and vendors; supervises and ensures satisfactory performance.

  7. Corrects emergency conditions such as sewer backup, flooding, clogs and HVAC when they occur, whether before, during or after business hours, and notifies the Executive Director immediately.

  8. Operates as maintenance "on-call" to cover emergency situations after hours, on weekends and holidays.

  9. Follows all safety procedures including wearing safety and protective clothing.

  10. May train other staff on technical aspects to increase their knowledge and abilities.

  11. Meets with Executive Director to give progress reports, receive and review current and planned tasks and project duties.

  12. Performs related duties as directed when such duties are logical and appropriate assignments to the position.

  13. Regular and timely attendance are required for this position.

  14. Interacts professionally and respectfully with the residents, public, coworkers and others in the course of daily work

Required Skills

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

  • Must have a high degree of knowledge of advanced electrical, HVAC, plumbing, carpentry, and building maintenance and repair methods.
  • Must maintain knowledge of and follow HUD NSPIRE inspection protocol.
  • Must be knowledgeable of federal, state, and local codes and regulations applicable to electrical, HVAC, plumbing, construction, and life safety.
  • Must be able to coordinate several concurrent activities simultaneously.
  • Must be proficient with a cell phone, tablet, computer and inventory control.
  • Must have the ability to communicate clearly and concisely orally and in writing.
  • Ability to communicate in Spanish is preferred.
  • Must have excellent internal and external customer service.
  • Must be able to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner; gather and analyze information skillfully; develop alternative solutions; use reason even when dealing with sensitive topics and/or irate customers.
  • Must be able to make simple mathematical calculations and can read and interpret blueprints and drawings.
  • Must have physical ability to perform assigned tasks and work at various heights above the ground and during adverse weather conditions.
  • Must have the ability to complete tasks as assigned.
  • Ability to work in a team environment, contribute as a team member and treat co-workers and customers with respect.
  • Ability to work any day of the week (weekends and weekdays) and long hours.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Experience with public housing authority or residential maintenance preferred.

Requires a high school diploma or equivalent plus five years of progressively responsible experience in the maintenance and repair of residential buildings, HVAC, electrical and plumbing systems.

An Associates of Applied Science degree or completion of a two-year training program from an accredited trade or technical school may be substituted for two years' experience.

Requires one of the following:

  • A Type I, Type II, or Universal EPA Refrigerant Recovery certification
  • A maintenance electrician license
  • A journeyman electrician license

Or any combination of related education, experience, certifications, and licenses that will result in a candidate successfully performing the essential functions of the job.

Must pass a Federal/National criminal background check and must have a valid Texas drivers license with an acceptable driving record as defined by City policy.

Must pass a pre-employment basic physical, drug screen, functional assessment screening (Level 2), and must not exceed weight limit of 350 lbs.

WORKING CONDITIONS

While performing the essential functions of this position, there will be routine and frequent exposure to:

  • Bright/dim light
  • Dusts and pollen
  • Extreme heat and/or cold
  • Wet or humid conditions
  • Extreme noise levels
  • Vibration
  • Fumes and/or noxious odors
  • Traffic
  • Moving machinery
  • Electrical shock
  • Heights
  • Toxic/caustic chemicals
  • Other extreme hazards not listed above

Safety equipment such as gloves, goggles, hard hats, safety vests, steel-toe boots, back support belts, and seat belts are provided and must be worn as required by department procedures and good safety practices.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This job entails moderate physical labor, which requires strength and agility. While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently is required to stand; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit or smell. The employee must occasionally lift, shovel, and carry up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the person assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and the employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and the job requirements change.

Regular full-time employees are assigned to work at least 40 hours per week, and are eligible for the Citys benefit package, subject to the conditions and limitations of each program.

The City of Grapevine offers a generous and comprehensive benefit package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, life insurance. Please click HERE to view more information.

01

Do you have a high school diploma or GED?

  • Yes
  • No

02

Do you meet one of the following requirements?

  • Five years of progressively responsible experience in the maintenance and repair of residential buildings, HVAC, electrical and plumbing systems.
  • An Associates of Applied Science degree or completion of a two-year training program from an accredited trade or technical school and 3 years of progressively responsible experience in the maintenance and repair of residential buildings, HVAC, electrical and plumbing systems.
  • I do not meet either of the posted qualifications

03

Do you have any of the following certification/licenses?

  • Type I, Type II, or Universal EPA Refrigerant Recovery certification
  • A maintenance electrician license.
  • A journeyman electrician license.
  • I do not have any of the listed certifications/licenses

04

Do you have experience with public housing authority or residential maintenance?

  • Yes
  • No

05

Do you have the ability to work any day of the week (weekends and weekdays) and long hours?

  • Yes
  • No

Required Question

Employer City of Grapevine

Address P. O. Box 95104, 200 South Main Street

Grapevine, Texas, 76099

Phone 817-410-3176

Website http://www.grapevinetexas.gov/index.aspx?nid=439

About the Company

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