Facilities Maintenance Technician I

Housing Authority of the City of Santa Barbara; Santa Barbara (CA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Cafeteria Benefit Plan

Vacation

Group Health, Dental and Vision Plan

Sick Leave

Job summary

Housing Authority of the City of Santa Barbara (HACSB) is seeking a dedicated Maintenance Assistant to perform routine building and facilities maintenance, assist with semi-skilled repairs, and support a professional team. The role spans multiple trades including plumbing, electrical, painting, drywall, carpentry, and more.

Under supervision, responsibilities include light and preventive maintenance, after-hours response, and ensuring high standards of safety and quality.

Qualifications

• Experience performing basic facilities maintenance, repair and custodial work.
• Ability to troubleshoot routine maintenance problems and determine repair methods.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions and safety rules.
• Must be able to lift/carry objects weighing up to 50lbs and occasionally up to 100lbs.
• Ability to work independently and with a team, and communicate clearly.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine, unskilled building maintenance and repair duties on Authority residences across trades (janitorial, plumbing, electrical, painting, drywall, carpentry, etc.).
• Cleans and performs light maintenance on vacated units; replaces fixtures and repairs as needed.
• Maintains plumbing components and fixtures; handles basic repairs.
• Identifies pests and performs pest control as applicable.
• Maintains exterior elements and general facility upkeep; handles safety and documentation.

Skills

Basic facilities maintenance

Troubleshooting

Clear communication

Computer skills

Hand and power tools

Tools

Hand and power tools

Job description

Housing Authority of the City of Santa Barbara (HACSB) is seeking a dedicated Maintenance Assistant to perform routine building and facilities maintenance, assist with semi-skilled repairs, and support a professional team. The role spans multiple trades including plumbing, electrical, painting, drywall, carpentry, and more.

Under supervision, responsibilities include light and preventive maintenance, after-hours response, and ensuring high standards of safety and quality.