Emergency Housing Repair - Maintenance/Electrician
The Puyallup Tribe of Indians.com
55k - 57k USD/year
Office
Tacoma, WA, 98404, US
Full Time
The Puyallup Tribe of Indians is committed to protecting and exercising the inherent inalienable sovereign rights of the Tribe and Individuals in the interest of the Medicine Creek Treat Territories, as stewards to ensure preservation of our cultural and environmental integrity for common good and prosperity for all.
Open: September 19, 2025 Close: October 3, 2025
Job Title: Maintenance/Electrician Department: Emergency Housing Repair
Reports To: Director Hours: 40 Hrs/Wk – Full Time
Salary: Based on Salary Matrix+Benefits Requisition: 788
*Salaries are market competitive. For accurate salary information, call (253)573-7863 or email jobs@puyalluptribe-nsn.gov. The Puyallup Tribe of Indians provides a generous benefits package that includes employer paid medical, dental, vision, life insurance, a retirement/401(k) plan with profit sharing, paid holidays, and paid time off including birthday leave.
Position Summary:
Responsible for maintenance and carpentry of properties managed by Property Management. This includes electrical, plumbing, maintenance, landscaping and carpentry work.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
1. Trouble shoot electrical problems as well as installing light fixtures, outlets, switches, circuits, etc.
2. Carpentry work such as repairing damaged walls, doors, doorframes, broken windows, builds, texture and paint as needed.
3. Plumbing repairs such as installing toilets, sinks, faucets, and plumbing to these areas.
4. Operate heavy equipment such as a tractor, dump truck, riding lawn mower, etc.
5. Landscaping, mowing, trimming, pruning shrubs and edging.
6. Maintenance of Tribal owned properties.
7. Carpet cleaning and replace damaged areas as needed.
8. Install residential fire alarms & security systems
9. Install and if needed to hard wire water heaters & kitchen appliances
10. Repair or replace flooring when needed, (vinyl, laminate hardwood, carpet etc.)
11. Reports and recommends necessary facility repairs to supervisor
12. Be available for after hours & weekend if needed.
13. Performs other duties as assigned.
Supervisory Responsibilities
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
Qualifications and Requirements
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and/or Experience
High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
Three or more years of maintenance experience required.
Electrical Experience,
Minimum of three (3) years electrical work experience.
Language Skills
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence.
Mathematical Skills
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent.
Reasoning Ability
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
Other Required Skills & Experience
• Must have a valid Washington State driver’s license and proof of insurance.
• Must be able to pass a background check (no criminal history).
• Must have an excellent attendance record.
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret property maintenance procedures and directives.
• Knowledge of various equipment, lawnmower, trimmer, chainsaw, pressure washer, and power tools.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk; sit; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision and ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; outside weather conditions; extreme cold; extreme heat; and risk of electrical shock.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.
The Puyallup Tribe of Indians reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises. This position description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.
Indian Preference Employer as Required by Law
Online Application Tips:
1. If you are using a PC, use Chrome. If you are using a MAC, use Safari.
2. Upload additional documents (resume, cover letter, letters of recommendation, proof of Indian blood, etc.) to the resume tab as one (1) PDF file or email documents to jobs@puyalluptribe-nsn.gov and we can add them to your online application. Please send in copies of any degrees or certificates that you have been awarded.
3. Indian Hiring Preference – send in the appropriate documentation for the category you select. If you have any questions about the hiring preference policy or what document to send in, email us at jobs@puyalluptribe-nsn.gov or call (253) 573-7863.
4. Provide 3+ references (we cannot obtain references from direct family members – mother, father, grandparents, sisters, brothers, or children and this includes in laws). One reference must be your most recent supervisor. We prefer the rest of your references to include co-workers, subordinates, or other supervisors, but we can accept a personal reference from someone who is familiar with your work ethic, habits, and attendance. You can send in letters of recommendation to jobs@puyalluptribe-nsn.gov
5. To add more employment, education, references, etc., click on the small + sign at the top right corner of the page.
6. When entering salaries, only use numbers. Do not use any other characters (such as , . or $)
7. After you submit your application, you will receive an email confirmation. If you do not receive an email, please call the office to confirm submission.
*Please do not wear perfumes, colognes, or strong scents to your interview. Some employees are allergic.
If you have any questions about the positions or the online application, please call (253) 573-7863
or email jobs@puyalluptribe-nsn.gov.
3009 E. Portland Ave., Tacoma, WA 98404
Native American preference applies and job placements are given on a competitive basis, using job related factors. Because of the large number of applications received and limited job positions, your application will not guarantee employment.
Open: September 19, 2025 Close: October 3, 2025
Job Title: Maintenance/Electrician Department: Emergency Housing Repair
Reports To: Director Hours: 40 Hrs/Wk – Full Time
Salary: Based on Salary Matrix+Benefits Requisition: 788
*Salaries are market competitive. For accurate salary information, call (253)573-7863 or email jobs@puyalluptribe-nsn.gov. The Puyallup Tribe of Indians provides a generous benefits package that includes employer paid medical, dental, vision, life insurance, a retirement/401(k) plan with profit sharing, paid holidays, and paid time off including birthday leave.
Position Summary:
Responsible for maintenance and carpentry of properties managed by Property Management. This includes electrical, plumbing, maintenance, landscaping and carpentry work.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
1. Trouble shoot electrical problems as well as installing light fixtures, outlets, switches, circuits, etc.
2. Carpentry work such as repairing damaged walls, doors, doorframes, broken windows, builds, texture and paint as needed.
3. Plumbing repairs such as installing toilets, sinks, faucets, and plumbing to these areas.
4. Operate heavy equipment such as a tractor, dump truck, riding lawn mower, etc.
5. Landscaping, mowing, trimming, pruning shrubs and edging.
6. Maintenance of Tribal owned properties.
7. Carpet cleaning and replace damaged areas as needed.
8. Install residential fire alarms & security systems
9. Install and if needed to hard wire water heaters & kitchen appliances
10. Repair or replace flooring when needed, (vinyl, laminate hardwood, carpet etc.)
11. Reports and recommends necessary facility repairs to supervisor
12. Be available for after hours & weekend if needed.
13. Performs other duties as assigned.
Supervisory Responsibilities
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
Qualifications and Requirements
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and/or Experience
High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
Three or more years of maintenance experience required.
Electrical Experience,
Minimum of three (3) years electrical work experience.
Language Skills
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence.
Mathematical Skills
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent.
Reasoning Ability
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
Other Required Skills & Experience
• Must have a valid Washington State driver’s license and proof of insurance.
• Must be able to pass a background check (no criminal history).
• Must have an excellent attendance record.
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret property maintenance procedures and directives.
• Knowledge of various equipment, lawnmower, trimmer, chainsaw, pressure washer, and power tools.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk; sit; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision and ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; outside weather conditions; extreme cold; extreme heat; and risk of electrical shock.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.
The Puyallup Tribe of Indians reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises. This position description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.
Indian Preference Employer as Required by Law
Online Application Tips:
1. If you are using a PC, use Chrome. If you are using a MAC, use Safari.
2. Upload additional documents (resume, cover letter, letters of recommendation, proof of Indian blood, etc.) to the resume tab as one (1) PDF file or email documents to jobs@puyalluptribe-nsn.gov and we can add them to your online application. Please send in copies of any degrees or certificates that you have been awarded.
3. Indian Hiring Preference – send in the appropriate documentation for the category you select. If you have any questions about the hiring preference policy or what document to send in, email us at jobs@puyalluptribe-nsn.gov or call (253) 573-7863.
4. Provide 3+ references (we cannot obtain references from direct family members – mother, father, grandparents, sisters, brothers, or children and this includes in laws). One reference must be your most recent supervisor. We prefer the rest of your references to include co-workers, subordinates, or other supervisors, but we can accept a personal reference from someone who is familiar with your work ethic, habits, and attendance. You can send in letters of recommendation to jobs@puyalluptribe-nsn.gov
5. To add more employment, education, references, etc., click on the small + sign at the top right corner of the page.
6. When entering salaries, only use numbers. Do not use any other characters (such as , . or $)
7. After you submit your application, you will receive an email confirmation. If you do not receive an email, please call the office to confirm submission.
*Please do not wear perfumes, colognes, or strong scents to your interview. Some employees are allergic.
If you have any questions about the positions or the online application, please call (253) 573-7863
or email jobs@puyalluptribe-nsn.gov.
3009 E. Portland Ave., Tacoma, WA 98404
Native American preference applies and job placements are given on a competitive basis, using job related factors. Because of the large number of applications received and limited job positions, your application will not guarantee employment.
Emergency Housing Repair - Maintenance/Electrician
Office
Tacoma, WA, 98404, US
Full Time
55k - 57k USD/year
September 19, 2025