Capital Improvement Specialist I

The Capital Improvement Specialist I reports to the Capital Improvements Specialist III.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work with the Capital Improvements Specialist II & III and Superintendents to plan and implement all capital improvement projects and renovation work.
• Work closely with Capital Improvements Specialist II & III to complete projects within established budgets and timelines.
• Must be able to read and understand a scope of work pertaining to the work at hand.
• Must be able to work in conjunction with other employees within the department without issues.
• Assist in all Capital Improvement Specialist issues including, but not limited to, electrical repairs, plumbing repairs, carpentry work, custodial work and concrete, masonry, HVAC, roofing fencing and signage when needed.
• Perform and assist in touch-up & complete painting, to interior and exterior communities on an as needed.
• Perform and assist in carpentry work, such as fitting doors, freeing windows, replacing, and building shelves, sanding, and refinishing floors etc.
• Keep equipment clean and in orderly working condition.
• Have constant knowledge of vendors, their services, and goods.
• Must be conscious of a safe work environment.
• Must know the names and understand the uses of all the tools of the trade; skill saw, air compressor, nail guns and all hand tools. 
• Must attend Company sponsored events and training that relate to the development of the team.
• (If necessary) Must have current license and be insured to drive for company business.
• Must have dependable transportation to get to and from job site.
• Must have a telephone and inform supervisor of current phone number.
• Must be able to read, write and speak English.
• Must be able to perform or assist with all trades. Plumbing, Electrical, Carpentry, Framing, Deck Repairs, HVAC, ECT.
• Must be punctual and initiative-taker.
• Assist in pulling permits and scheduling inspections when necessary.
• Clean and maintain a safe job site daily.

SKILLS

• Must possess ability to serve as a resource to others in the resolution of complex problems and issues. 
• Must be able to read and understand blueprints.
• Rely on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish assigned goals. 
• Ability to work with and understand persons of all ethnic and family backgrounds.
• Must demonstrate initiative, professionalism, integrity, and exercise confidentiality in all areas of performance.
• Quick learner
• Concern for work-safety program.
• Maintain work pace appropriate to given workload.
• Perform complex and varied tasks.
• Relate to others beyond giving and receiving instructions.
• Advanced budgeting and trade specific pricing knowledge and understanding.
• Ability to forecast future projects and forward plan.
• Be a team player.

EXPERIENCE

• 2+ or more years of experience in maintenance, rehabilitation or related field preferred.
• High school education or equivalent is needed with proficiency in both verbal and written communication skills.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Exposure to various types of weather
• Standing, walking
• Pushing/pulling/lifting up to 25 pounds
• Crawling/kneeling
• Twisting/carrying
• Working with hands
• Driving
• Traveling/ Possible overnight stays
• Operation and use of computer 

FLSA CODE

• Non-exempt