Maintenance Technician (Santa Familia, Vivente II) at MidPen Housing

San Jose, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

09 Mar, 26

Salary

29.0

Posted On

09 Dec, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Electrical Work, Plumbing Repairs, Carpentry Repairs, Landscaping, Irrigation Systems, Coaching, Training, Work Order Management, Preventive Maintenance, Inventory Control, Communication Skills, OSHA Safety Regulations, Physical Ability, Team Oversight, Contract Coordination, Documentation

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

About MidPen At MidPen, we build communities that change lives. Since 1970, we have been committed to our mission: to provide safe, affordable housing of high quality to those in need; establish stability and opportunity in the lives of residents; and foster diverse communities that allow people from all ethnic, social, and economic backgrounds to live in dignity, harmony, and mutual respect. We develop affordable housing, provide professional property management for all our communities, and coordinate robust onsite support programs that help residents thrive. We are active in 12 Northern California counties and have earned recognition as one of the nation’s leading non-profit developers and stewards of affordable housing. Our current portfolio of more than 130 properties is home to 20,000 working families, seniors, and people with special needs. We take pride in delivering affordable housing solutions, and we invite you to join us on a journey toward social, economic, and racial equity. MidPen is, once again, proud to be certified as an official Great Place to Work® in 2025. Property Name: Santa Familia, Vivente II Maintenance Technician Join our Property Management team as a Maintenance Technician, where you'll play a vital role in maintaining safe, quality housing for our residents. Reporting to the Community Manager, you'll handle complex maintenance tasks across electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and landscaping systems while mentoring junior staff. This position offers hands-on work in a mission-driven environment where your technical skills directly impact the lives of working families, seniors, and people with special needs in our affordable housing communities. Responsibilities: Perform skilled maintenance and repairs including electrical work on appliances, fixtures, switches, and circuits, plumbing repairs to water and sewage systems, and carpentry repairs to structural framing and finish work Prepare vacant units for re-occupancy within established timeframes by completing turnovers, painting, flooring replacement, and installing fixtures and appliances Maintain landscaping and irrigation systems according to MidPen standards while ensuring adequate lighting and clean, secure common areas throughout the property Coach and provide oversight to Maintenance Groundskeeper staff while assisting with training and development of maintenance team members Coordinate with contractors by assisting in the bidding process, scheduling work, and monitoring completion of contracted services Complete preventive maintenance schedules, maintain accurate work order documentation, and manage inventory control of tools, equipment, and supplies Participate in on-call emergency rotation for evenings, weekends, and holidays to address urgent maintenance needs Assist Community Manager with move-ins, move-outs, annual inspections, and procurement of supplies and equipment Qualifications: High school diploma or GED with three years of experience in maintenance, landscaping, and irrigation systems, preferably in property management Extensive plumbing knowledge with experience in electrical repairs to appliances, circuits, and fixtures Rough and finish carpentry experience with ability to perform structural and cosmetic repairs Basic knowledge of OSHA safety regulations and landscape maintenance practices Strong coaching and training abilities with good written and verbal communication skills Basic computer skills for work order management and documentation Valid California driver's license with reliable transportation and current auto insurance Physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly, work in all weather conditions, and perform tasks requiring standing, bending, climbing, and working in confined spaces Pay Range $21.40 - $29.00 Hourly - Pay based on applicable experience and qualifications Company-provided housing available on-site Benefits and Compensation (see here for full details) Health Insurance Dental, Vision, Life & Disability Insurance 403(b) Retirement Investment Employee Education Reimbursement Program Paid Parental Leave FSA for Childcare, Medical, and Commuter Benefits EAP Program Pet Insurance Paid Time Off Company Holidays Wellness Days EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER MidPen Housing Corp. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Consistent with its obligations under the law, MidPen Housing Corp. will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job.

Responsibilities

The Maintenance Technician will perform skilled maintenance and repairs across various systems, including electrical, plumbing, and carpentry. They will also prepare vacant units for re-occupancy and maintain landscaping and common areas.