We are seeking a Drainage and Jetting Technician to join our team covering the Calderdale and the Yorkshire and Humber region. In this role you will provide customer-focused building repair and maintenance service the role involves carrying out all types of drainage and jetting repairs to both tenanted and vacant properties in accordance with job tickets, opti-time appointment slots, specifications, contract drawings, and applicable regulations, such as Building Regulations.
Together Housing Group: We are one of the largest housing associations in the North of England, managing over 38,000 homes across the North of England. We are a non-profit organisation, meaning any money we make is invested back into the company for the benefit of our residents and local communities.
Diversity & Inclusion: As an organisation we are committed to having a Diverse and Inclusive workforce. We would therefore welcome applications from candidates with any of the nine protected characteristics. We are also proud to be a Disability Confident employer. Further information can be found at this link - https://togetherhousing-
Requirements
Outline of key responsibilities for the Drainage and Jetting Technician…
* To carry out all types of Drainage and Jetting repairs to both tenanted and vacant properties in accordance with job tickets, opti-time appointment slots, specifications and contract drawings, to good practice, Building Regulations etc as appropriate and applicable.
* You will be expected to diagnose and problem-solve repairs efficiently, minimizing the use of materials and time, while adhering to a "Right First Time" ethos completing repairs in a single visit wherever possible, ensuring high-quality workmanship and performance standards.
* To keep records such as required by either paper or electronic equivalent version, as required.
* Will be required to undertake measurement and quantification and procure materials requirements.
* To carry out all work with a high regard to customer care and customer satisfaction including ensuring that work is carried out protecting tenants furniture and belongings as appropriate, being polite friendly and helpful at all times and liaising with customers in a caring and sympathetic manner.
* To carry out appropriate risk assessments prior to commencement of work. Ensure that all reasonable steps are taken to protect the health, safety and welfare of you, tenants, work colleagues and members of the public.
We are looking for someone who has…
* A Full Manual UK Drivers Licence
* Prior experience in general maintenance or caretaking roles
* Experience in Domestic & Commercial Drainage Jetting.
* A knowledge of health and safety in the work place
* Knowledge of how to operate and maintain a range of hand help tools for construction work.
* The ability to handle clients and/or the wider community in a professional manner as part of project work
Benefits
In return, we are offering the successful candidate in the Drainage and Jetting Technician Role…
* Starting salary of £28,457
* Field Based Role
* 27 days annual leave (rising to 32 over 5 years' service) + bank holidays
* You will work a total of 37 hours per week, scheduled between 08:00 and 19:30 across any five days from Monday to Saturday. The exact schedule will depend on business needs at the time. However, to give an idea, a typical working week may be Monday to Thursday from 08:00 to 16:00 and Friday from 08:00 to 15:30. Please note that this is subject to change based on business requirements.
* Attractive pension schemes - Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
* To explore the full range of our award-winning benefits, please click on the link and ensure that you review all that we have to offer - Employee Benefits Link
THG reserves the right to close this vacancy early if sufficient numbers of applicants are received. Therefore, please apply without delay
Please ensure you fully answer the questions on the application form.
Due to the nature of the role involving work with vulnerable members of society, this post is subject to a Basic Criminal Disclosure, which will be carried out when a conditional offer is made.
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