Housing Repairs Technician Painter

Posted 18 November 2025
Salary 18.85
LocationAshfield IP14 United Kingdom
Job type Full time
Sector Facilities & Environment
ReferenceOR17680

Job description

Summary:

5 Months contract

The role involves performing repairs and maintenance on Council-owned, private, tenanted, and vacant properties, as well as other Authority-owned buildings. The position requires a multi-skilled approach, primarily focused on the painting trade, while ensuring high standards of customer care and satisfaction. The role reports to the Senior Repairs Technician and does not have any direct reports.

Responsibilities:

  • Conduct various repairs and maintenance tasks in a multi-skilled environment related to the painting trade.
  • Diagnose necessary remedial works, schedule appointments, and organize required materials.
  • Attend and complete repair appointments promptly, ideally in a single visit.
  • Perform repairs in other trade disciplines when competent.
  • Minimize disruption and maintain cleanliness in customers' homes, ensuring waste is removed daily.
  • Assist with end-of-year stocktaking processes.
  • Undertake Portable Appliance Testing as needed.
  • Operate vehicles for general Stores operations, such as Forklift Trucks and Telescopic Handlers.
  • Support daily operations of the Stores facility, ensuring accurate stock checks and documentation.
  • Report any repairs, maintenance issues, or safety hazards encountered.
  • Complete necessary documentation and records for cost and salary calculations.
  • Operate and maintain fleet vehicles, reporting any defects.
  • Handle and safeguard equipment, vehicles, or appliances used in the role.

Requirements


  • Skills:
    • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
    • Strong interpersonal skills for face-to-face and telephone interactions.
    • Ability to meet deadlines effectively.
  • Knowledge:
    • Essential understanding of building construction, repairs, and maintenance.
    • Desirable knowledge of Local Authority and Social Housing.
  • Experience:
    • Essential experience in building construction and maintenance.
    • Experience dealing with the public and external agencies.
  • Qualifications:
    • Essential: City & Guilds NVQ Level 2 (Painting) or equivalent.
    • Essential: A current valid driving license.
    • Desirable: Multi-skilled Tradesperson qualification.
    • Desirable: Counterbalance forklift truck and telescopic handler driving license.
  • Additional Requirements:
    • Must undertake relevant DVLA license checks.
    • May need to work outside normal hours, including evenings, weekends, and Bank Holidays.
    • Participation in the Emergency Out of Hours Standby Service may be required.