Maintenance Technician 2 at People's Self-Help Housing

Santa Barbara, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

20 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

20 Dec, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Maintenance, Construction, Microsoft Office, Computer Proficiency, Light Equipment Operation, Hand Tools, Yardi Software, Vendor Management, Preventative Maintenance, Inspection, Repair, Inventory Management, Communication, Problem Solving, Team Leadership, Project Management

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

Description People’s Self Help Housing (PSHH) is seeking an eager Maintenance Technician II to join our maintenance team. This individual will assist with overseeing the maintenance needs for our 75-unit St. Vincent’s Garden location and may additionally be asked to rove to surrounding properties in the Santa Barbara area. With a mission to build affordable homes, with site-based services that offer opportunities to change lives and strengthen communities, People’s Self-Help Housing is a the longest serving nonprofit developer on California’s Central Coast. We serve low income working families, farmworkers, seniors and veterans and provide welcoming environments for those living with disabilities and for the formerly homeless. Along with building and managing beautiful and accessible neighborhoods in San Luis, Santa Barbara, and Ventura counties, we offer a broad array of programs to promote, health, education and connections to community-based resources. This is a full-time position (40 hours per week, 5 days per week). Salary DOE, with a very competitive benefit package including: Employer-paid Medical/Dental/Vision, LTD/STD Pension Profit Sharing Plan Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Time Employer investment in professional education and employee wellness excellent, supportive staff and work environment. Responsibilities Daily Maintenance Responsibilities Walk interior and exterior sidewalks on a daily basis, removing debris and trash, washing the sidewalks/curbs/gutters as needed, and checking fencing for any required repairs. Clean, paint and repair vacant units consistent with PSHH policy and procedures. Upon request from Maintenance Supervisor, coordinate with vendors and service providers for onsite repairs. Review all work orders on a daily basis through the Yardi system, and make repairs for tenant after notification of entry if the repair does not require an outside vendor. Determine if any items requiring repair is under warranty and contact the manufacturer or contractor for repairs if under warranty. Determine if any repair items are resident caused and notify Property Manager. Maintain parts and supplies inventory. Order necessary parts, appliances, etc. Complete periodic inspections of units in coordination with the Maintenance Manager. Be present at various inspections and prepare inspection reports as requested. Conduct preventative maintenance for building systems and equipment as prescribed in property Preventative Maintenance Plan. Notify the Property Manager of any tenant violations. Clean dumpster areas and make sure the gates are closed when not in active use. Ensure that rain gutters are free of debris. Repair washers and dryers as needed, or notify the Property Manager to contact an outside repair vendor. Repair and change locks as needed, and manage tenant lockouts. Unlock and lock the driveway gates per the approved schedule, for sites with security gates. Work within the approved budget for each site in coordination with the Maintenance Supervisor and Property Manager. Other tasks as assigned. Additional Responsibilities Act as a leader among technicians. Proactively address issues and identify large projects; make recommendations to Maintenance Supervisor or Property Manager. Work with Maintenance Supervisors and Property Managers to determine scopes of work. At the direction of the Maintenance Supervisor, work with vendors to obtain bids and estimates for large projects. At the direction of the Maintenance Supervisor, work with routine vendors to develop contracts. Accompany Property Manager on inspections with investors and regulatory agencies; work with the Property Manager to prepare responses to inspections. As necessary, provide direction to Maintenance Technician I. Requirements Intermediate construction or building maintenance knowledge required. Microsoft Office and general computer proficiency required. Ability to operate light equipment and hand tools used in maintenance and repair required. Ability to develop scopes of work and develop bid packets desired. Minimum of 3 years maintenance or construction experience required. Yardi or similar work order software experience required. Experience working with vendors desired. Valid CA driver’s license, proof of auto insurance, and access to a reliable vehicle. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, stand and walk 7-8 hours daily, bend, squat, reach. Willing to travel to different properties for coverage, after hour calls, and emergency repairs.

Responsibilities

The Maintenance Technician II will oversee daily maintenance tasks, including cleaning, repairing units, and coordinating with vendors for repairs. They will also conduct inspections and maintain inventory of parts and supplies.