Maintenance Technician III

People's Self-Help Housing•Santa Maria, CA

13h•Onsite

About The Position

People's Self-Help Housing (PSHH) is seeking a motivated and experienced Maintenance Technician III to maintain and oversee their Los Adobes de Maria property. This role requires availability for after-hour calls and emergency repairs. PSHH is California’s Central Coast's longest-serving nonprofit developer, dedicated to building affordable homes and providing site-based services that enhance lives and communities. They serve low-income families, farmworkers, seniors, veterans, and provide welcoming environments for individuals with disabilities and the formerly homeless. Beyond developing and managing accessible neighborhoods in San Luis, Santa Barbara, and Ventura counties, PSHH offers various programs promoting health, education, and community resource connections.

Requirements

Advanced construction or building maintenance knowledge.
Microsoft Office and general computer proficiency.
Ability to operate light equipment and hand tools used in maintenance and repair.
Ability to develop scopes of work and develop bid packets.
Knowledge of one of the following specialties: plumbing, HVAC, electrical, or appliance repair.
Minimum of 5 years maintenance or construction experience.
Yardi or similar work order software experience.
Experience working with vendors.
Valid CA driver’s license, proof of auto insurance, and access to a reliable vehicle.
Ability to receive certification within 6 months in one of the following specialties: plumbing, HVAC, electrical, or appliance repair (certification can be obtained through PSHH’s education reimbursement program).
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, stand and walk 7-8 hours daily, bend, squat, reach.

Nice To Haves

Leadership experience

Responsibilities

Walk interior and exterior sidewalks daily, removing debris and trash, washing sidewalks/curbs/gutters as needed, and checking fencing for 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 daily through the Yardi system and make repairs for tenants after notification of entry if an outside vendor is not required.
Determine if any repair item is under warranty and contact the manufacturer or contractor for repairs if applicable.
Determine if any repair items are resident-caused and notify the Property Manager.
Maintain parts and supplies inventory and 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 the property Preventative Maintenance Plan.
Notify the Property Manager of any tenant violations.
Clean dumpster areas and ensure 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 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.
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 get 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.
Perform specialized work across a portfolio in one of the following: plumbing, HVAC, electrical, carpentry, or appliance repair.
Assist Maintenance Supervisor in training of Maintenance Technicians I and II.