Maintenance Technician (Brightwell West)

MidPen Housing•San Francisco, CA

8d•$25 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

MidPen is a non-profit developer and steward of affordable housing with a 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. They develop affordable housing, provide professional property management, and coordinate onsite support programs. MidPen is active in 12 Northern California counties and has a portfolio of over 130 properties, serving 20,000 residents. They are committed to social, economic, and racial equity and have been recognized as a Great Place to Work®. This Maintenance Technician role is part of the Property Management team at Brightwell West. The technician will be responsible for maintaining safe, quality housing for residents. The position involves complex maintenance tasks across electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and landscaping systems, as well as mentoring junior staff. It is a hands-on role in a mission-driven environment where technical skills directly impact residents' lives.

Requirements

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

Responsibilities

Participate in a rotating on-call schedule, providing 24/7 emergency maintenance support for seven consecutive days, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
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
Assist Community Manager with move-ins, move-outs, annual inspections, and procurement of supplies and equipment