POSITION SUMMARY: Maintain and repair Tulsa Housing Authority (THA) owned or operated facilities and equipment that does not require a license issued by the City of Tulsa or the State of Oklahoma. Perform routine maintenance work on structures; carpentry, electrical, plumbing, appliance maintenance, heating and air conditioning to insure a high standard of maintenance of the public housing complex in a fast pace work environment. Picks up trash and performs general cleanup of the common area. Perform semi-skilled tasks using power tools such as sander, saws and drills. Uses hand tools when making repairs on equipment and structures. Work on individual job assignments or as a member of a work group engaged in activities such as digging and filling holes and trenches, repairing surfaces, painting facilities and equipment, planting shrubs, ornamental plants and trees, watering landscape areas, setting up site protection equipment while work is being completed. Prepares new and old surfaces for finishing by using sandpaper, scrapers or finish removers; Fills and repairs cracks and holes, erects and removes ladders or scaffolding, caulks window or door frames. Prepares paint, applies undercoats and finish coats to interior and exterior surfaces. Install, replace or repair plumbing fixtures such as sinks traps and faucets. Maintain and make minor repairs to light fixtures, receptacles, switches, replace light bulbs, and make minor electrical repairs not requiring a license. Installs and services locks and other security devices; repairs or replaces tumblers; cuts new or duplicate keys. Completes assigned duties and performs minor work on heating and air conditioning units. Perform maintenance duties such as painting, driving trucks, tractors, power mowers, and operating other equipment as required. Execute service calls which require only minimum skills such as changing appliance parts on sinks, tubs, toilets, pipes, checking heaters, gas valves, replacing motor guard, and numerous other tasks that do not require a licensed mechanic. Assist skilled Maintenance Mechanics in repairing and replacing doors, windows, screens, shelves, cabinets, and painting of public housing facilities. Transport material, equipment and supplies from the central or site warehouse as needed. May perform the work of a higher classification for training purposes and lower level classifications as required to meet schedule requirements. Tools used may consist of measuring instruments, saws, screwdrivers, and other like hand tools. Power tools such as drill motor, skill saw and saber saw. Required to maintain and respond to communication devices (i.e., two way radio, pager, cell phone). Complete other duties as assigned. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: 1. Less than High School diploma education or general education degree (GED) and 2. Six (6) months to two (2) years related experience or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. 3. Must possess a valid Oklahoma Driver’s License. 4. Ability to work overtime on weekdays and weekends and respond to emergency calls at all times. BENEFITS: Health, Vision, Dental, Life Insurance, 401(k) Retirement with over 100% company match, 12 paid Vacation, 12 paid Holidays, 12 paid Sick days each year. Vacation and Sick will roll over each year if you do not use them. We also have tuition assistance for anyone wanting to further their education. We try to promote internally whenever possible, so this is a great place to get your foot in the door for a great career! Criminal background checks and drug testing will be administered. Men, women, and THA residents are encouraged to apply. An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer TO APPLY: Qualified candidates should submit a resume, cover letter and salary requirements to: Tulsa Housing Authority Attn: Human Resources 415 East Independence Tulsa, OK 74106 OR APPLY ONLINE AT: www.tulsahousing.org (Please mention that you found this ad on craigslist) CLOSING DATE: 7/10/2009 Location: Tulsa, OK Compensation: $9.90 hourly Principals only. Recruiters, please don't contact this job poster. Please, no phone calls about this job! Please do not contact job poster about other services, products or commercial interests. oklahoma