Facilities & Landscaping Maintenance Technician (Contract)

St Mary's Center; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Mary’s Center seeks a Facilities & Landscaping Maintenance Technician on a 2–4 month contract in Oakland, CA. The role combines custodial, light maintenance, and grounds care to keep the center welcoming for seniors, families, and staff.

You will collaborate with vendors and support the center’s operations and moves. The ideal candidate brings hands-on maintenance experience, a can-do attitude, and the ability to work independently or in a team, following safety guidelines and respecting the

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and mechanical systems is a plus.
• Ability to stand or walk for extended periods and lift or move heavy equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules and manuals.
• Teamwork and ability to follow directions from supervisors.
• Respect for seniors and the community environment.
• Valid California driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Custodial work comprising about 80% of duties including cleaning and routine maintenance.
• 20% of time dedicated to grounds and landscaping tasks with the gardener.
• Coordinate with contracted vendors and support vehicle fleet upkeep.
• Assist program staff with client moves and other tasks as needed.
• Ensure safety and health regulations are followed.

Skills

HVAC knowledge

General maintenance ability

Physical stamina

Valid CA driver's license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Basic repair tools

Job description

Position: Facilities & Landscaping Maintenance Technician (Contract)

Department: Operations

Status: Temporary, Full-time, Hourly (40 hours/week), Non-Exempt

Schedule: 5 days/week Sunday-Thursday OR Monday-Friday

Hours: 8:00 am – 4:30 pm

Duration: 2-to-4-month contract
Reports To: Facilities Operations Manager

Compensation: $28.50 per hour

Description

St. Mary’s Center is a community of hope, healing, and justice dedicated to serving older adults, preschool families, and individuals experiencing homelessness in Oakland and the surrounding Alameda County community. St. Mary’s Center operates transitional housing, a senior center, and preschool and is developing permanent supportive housing as part of a comprehensive, collaborative community development strategy along the San Pablo Avenue corridor. We are proud of an excellent multidisciplinary team delivering high-quality services through which St. Mary’s supports vulnerable populations in aging safely, independently, and with dignity.

Position Summary

The Facilities & Landscaping Maintenance Technician keeps St. Mary’s Center clean, safe, and welcoming for the seniors, preschoolers, staff, and visitors we serve. Reporting to the Operations Manager, this hands‑on role spends about 80% of the time on custodial work, routine building maintenance, minor repairs, and supply management, and about 20% caring for the Center’s grounds and plantings. The Technician also works with contracted vendors, helps maintain the vehicle fleet, and supports program staff with client moves. The ideal candidate has a can‑do attitude, takes pride in their work, is willing to learn and take direction, and works well both independently and as part of a team.

Key Responsibilities

Facilities (80%)

• Sweep, mop, and vacuum floors
• Clean restrooms, clear cobwebs, empty trash and recycle receptacles
• Clean interior and exterior of the building
• Perform routine building maintenance and custodial duties
• Complete minor repairs
• Paint, move equipment, and furniture as needed
• Manage and maintain supply inventory
• Comply with all safety and health regulations
• Work with and maintain relationships with contracted vendors
• Support program staff with client moves as needed
• Work with team to maintain vehicle fleet
• Other duties as required

Landscaping (20%)

• Work with the gardener to keep the plantings healthy and watered
• Maintain landscaping by clearing weeds, watering, and trimming exterior landscaping

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and mechanical systems (including relevant equipment and tools) is a plus
• Ability to stand or walk for extended periods of time; ability to bend, kneel, stoop, and lift or move heavy equipment
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and other manuals and documents.
• Ability to work in a team and follow instructions from supervisors.
• Respect for Seniors and the experience of aging, recovery, and community environment
• Valid CA driver's license

The Facilities & Landscaping Maintenance Technician is expected to

• Foster an environment that promotes trust and cooperation among leadership and staff.
• Follow policies and procedures to ensure that the principles of St. Mary’s Center are implemented.
• Maintain confidentiality in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations and in accordance with professional codes of conduct.
• Understand the mission, values, and principles of St. Mary’s Center and apply them in work responsibilities.

Physical Requirements

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. In general, while performing the duties of this job, the employee is expected to stand; walk; sit; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.
• Must be able to clearly communicate with others to understand them and to be understood.
• Must be able to read and compose documents so that their intent is easily understood.
• Must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to occasionally move inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.
• Must be able to attend in-person or web-based meetings, sitting, listening, and taking notes.

Equal Employment Opportunity

St. Mary’s Center is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to an active Equal Employment Opportunity. We celebrate diversity and are committed to an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, geneticinformationor veteran status.

In compliance with the California Fair Chance Act, St. Mary’s Center will consider qualified applicant with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act.