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Utility Laborer December 31, 2024

Located in Waco, TX

Pay: $14/hr.

Schedule: Monday-Thursday 7:30 am - 5:30 pm

Location: Waco, TX

Responsibilities:

Assist in maintaining dwelling units and grounds at the Authority's housing developments and main office.
Perform manual labor tasks including cleaning, repairing, and preparing vacant units for new residents.
Clean appliances, restrooms, and common areas; repair plumbing, patch walls, paint, and wax floors.
Pick up trash from yards, around dumpsters, and throughout the property grounds.
Clean housing management offices and assist in furniture rearrangement for special meetings and events.
Make minor repairs in vacant units, such as changing light fixtures.
Transport household appliances for repair and conduct inventory checks.
Dispose of trash and discarded items, and check smoke alarms in units and offices.
Assist in unloading trash trailers, appliances, and supplies.
Help with carpentry work and change oil in maintenance equipment.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

High school diploma or GED required.
One year of experience in building maintenance or vocational training in carpentry, plumbing, electrical repairs, or related fields preferred.
Basic knowledge of techniques, materials, and equipment used in plumbing, carpentry, and electrical repairs.
Proficiency in using hand and power tools.
Ability to read and understand repair manuals and instructions on cleaning agents.
Strong communication skills, both oral and written.
Ability to establish effective working relationships with residents and other employees.
Valid Texas driver's license and eligibility for coverage under Authority fleet auto insurance.

Physical Demands:

Requires the use of hand and power tools, often involving physical activity such as prolonged standing, walking, reaching, bending, crouching, and lifting objects up to 25 pounds or more.
Must have the strength and dexterity to manipulate tools like saws, sanders, and jointers.

Work Environment:

Works both indoors and outdoors, subject to varying weather conditions.
Potential exposure to hazards such as electrical shocks, heights, dangerous chemicals, and skin irritants (e.g., cleaning solutions, solvents).
Must use safety equipment, such as goggles, gloves, and safety boots.

Waco, TX
3255
6321 Sanger Ave
Waco, TX 76710