Maintenance and Groundskeeper (Paulson Park I, Paulson Park II)

MidPen Housing•Mountain View, CA

About The Position

At MidPen, the Maintenance and Groundskeeper supports the organization’s mission to provide safe, high-quality affordable housing and foster stable, diverse communities. MidPen develops affordable housing, manages its communities, and coordinates onsite support programs across 12 Northern California counties. Its portfolio includes more than 142 properties serving 22,800 working families, seniors, and people with special needs. At Paulson Park I and Paulson Park II, the Maintenance and Groundskeeper is responsible for overall property maintenance under the supervision of the Community Manager and/or Maintenance Lead. The role includes light repairs, cleaning and upkeep of indoor common areas, and daily groundskeeping. The position participates in an emergency standby schedule that includes evenings, weekends, and holidays and must comply with safety policies. This is a moderately to highly physical role involving frequent standing, bending, lifting, and walking, as well as climbing ladders and roofs and working in confined spaces. The role requires a high school diploma or GED and one year of experience with maintenance, landscape, and irrigation systems. The stated hourly pay range is $21.54–$24.23, based on applicable experience and qualifications.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
One year of experience with maintenance, landscape, and irrigation systems.
Basic knowledge of OSHA regulations.
Ability to lift and carry up to 75 pounds on a regular basis.
Ability to scale ladders.
Ability to stoop, kneel, carry, push, pull, ascend and descend stairs, climb ladders and roofs, and crawl in confined spaces regularly.
Ability to hear, speak, and read.
Commitment to the mission and values of MidPen Services and MidPen Housing.

Responsibilities

Assist with move-ins, move-outs, annual inspections, and preparing vacant units for re-occupancy.
Perform light electrical and plumbing maintenance, painting, and minor repairs such as glass, tile, and locks.
Maintain an inventory of tools, equipment, and supplies.
Clean common areas, including laundry rooms, restrooms, offices, and hallways.
Maintain outdoor areas by picking up ground debris daily, sweeping sidewalks and parking lots, trimming shrubs, and removing weeds.
Monitor and report grounds conditions, complete routine groundskeeping logs, and ensure exterior areas are safe and presentable.
Participate in the emergency standby schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Comply with safety policies and perform other duties as assigned.
Maintain reliable knowledge of utility routing and cut-offs, including those for shop and storage rooms, and ensure equipment is secure.