Maintenance Technician

milk + honey•Austin, TX

17d

About The Position

milk + honey is seeking a dependable, skilled Maintenance Technician to support its Facilities team across five spa and salon locations in the Austin area. This hands-on 1099 independent contractor role involves upkeep, repairs, preventative maintenance, and general facility maintenance. The contractor will complete routine work directly and coordinate with outside contractors when specialized support is needed. The role is scheduled for 20–40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, from 6:00 PM to 12:00 AM. Occasional overnight or other after-hours work may be required to minimize disruption to daily operations. Compensation starts at $25 per hour. A maintenance vehicle will be provided.

Requirements

At least 1 year of experience in the maintenance field or a similar role.
Valid driver’s license.
Ability to be bonded or insured.
Ability to travel to the Austin locations: Arboretum, 2nd Street, Hill Country Galleria, The Loren, and South Lamar.
Ability to perform maintenance work, including plumbing, electrical work, painting, and common repairs.
Ability to work evenings, late nights, and occasional overnight or other after-hours shifts.
Ability to sustain reasonable physical activity for the duration of a scheduled shift and lift heavy objects.
Ability to safely climb ladders, scaffolding, or step stools.
Comfort working in confined or tight spaces.
Ability to stand, bend, kneel, and reach for extended periods.
Dexterity to handle small tools, fasteners, and electrical components.
Ability to safely operate hand and power tools.
Ability to work at heights while following proper safety procedures.
Comfort performing repetitive motions required for painting, sanding, or cleaning.
Ability to maneuver carts or dollies loaded with supplies between locations.
Vision, hearing, and balance sufficient to safely perform facility maintenance tasks.
Must adhere to milk + honey policies and procedures and protocol changes issued by management.

Responsibilities

Perform routine facility maintenance, including changing air filters and light bulbs and completing minor electrical repairs.
Complete minor plumbing repairs, such as fixing leaky sinks, clogged drains, and toilets, and replacing faucets.
Perform painting, millwork repairs, and general cosmetic upkeep.
Carry out preventative maintenance, including cleaning air vents and washing machine filters, grout care, and floor refinishing or deep cleaning.
Assist with deep-cleaning projects and maintain storefront presentation.
Perform repairs and replacements, including sinks and countertops, and assist with special projects.
Transport and organize materials or supplies across multiple locations.
Manage and prioritize work orders through platforms such as Freshdesk.
Build and maintain a network of reliable contractors and vendors for specialized repairs.
Obtain and oversee bids for larger or outsourced projects.
Coordinate after-hours work when necessary to minimize operational disruption.
Balance hands-on repair work with delegation to outside trades as needed.