Facilities Maintenance Specialist

Friendship Shelter, Inc.; South Laguna (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Friendship Shelter, Inc. in California is seeking a Maintenance Technician to perform general repairs, maintenance, and property upkeep across FSIs locations.

You will handle carpentry, painting, electrical, plumbing, and safety-related tasks to keep facilities safe and welcoming for staff, guests, and program participants. The role requires a valid driver’s license, ability to lift 60 pounds, and flexibility to respond to urgent maintenance needs.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver’s license and vehicle with valid registration and insurance.
• Facilities maintenance: 2 years (Preferred)
• Excellent communication skills.
• Empathy, discipline, focus, and organizational ability.
• Collaborative, positive, and mature approach with a mission-driven mindset.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced, crisis-centered environment.
• Ability to lift up to 60 pounds and climb ladders.

Responsibilities

• Complete maintenance requests and repairs in a timely, professional, and cost-effective manner.
• Perform general property maintenance including carpentry, painting, light plumbing and electrical work.
• Conduct unit turnovers and ongoing maintenance for housing units to ensure safety and move-in readiness.
• Maintain cleanliness and appearance of properties through routine upkeep and inspections.
• Maintain records of maintenance activities, work orders, and costs; provide daily updates as needed.

Skills

Communication

Empathy

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Tools

Hand and power tools

Job description

Friendship Shelter, Inc. in California is seeking a Maintenance Technician to perform general repairs, maintenance, and property upkeep across FSIs locations.

You will handle carpentry, painting, electrical, plumbing, and safety-related tasks to keep facilities safe and welcoming for staff, guests, and program participants. The role requires a valid driver’s license, ability to lift 60 pounds, and flexibility to respond to urgent maintenance needs.