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Maintenance Specialist - 3 Positions Available

Tacoma Housing
Posted 19 days ago, valid for 19 days
Location

Tacoma, WA, US

Salary

$35.23 per hour

Contract type

Full Time

Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off

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  • THA is seeking Maintenance Specialists to help create safe and well-maintained communities for residents.
  • Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, with 5+ years of related building maintenance experience required.
  • Key responsibilities include troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and appliance issues, along with general maintenance tasks.
  • The position offers a salary of $35.23 per hour, equating to $73,284 annually, along with excellent healthcare benefits and paid time off.
  • Applicants must be available for on-call shifts and after-hours emergencies, and the role requires in-person attendance at THA properties.


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:

  • Commitment to pay equity and providing competitive wages.
  • Excellent healthcare benefits, paid time off, participation in WA State retirement plans, and a growing variety of health and wellness benefits.
  • Work that makes a meaningful impact by strengthening communities and supporting families across Tacoma.
  • A work culture grounded in THA’s values of service, integrity, stewardship, communication, respect, excellence, and leadership.


Important Position and Recruitment Info: 

  • Accepting applications through 08/23/26.
  • This job posting will be used to fill three 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.



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