Maintenance and Groundskeeper (Moonridge)

MidPen Housing; Half Moon Bay (CA); On-site; USD 29,673 - 33,379; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental, Vision, Life & Disability Insurance

403(b) Retirement Investment

Employee Education Reimbursement Program

FSA for Childcare, Medical, and Commuter Benefits

EAP Program

Pet Insurance

Paid Time Off

Company Holidays

Wellness Days

Job summary

A community-focused housing organization in Half Moon Bay, CA, is seeking a Maintenance Groundskeeper to ensure property upkeep. Responsibilities include light maintenance tasks such as electrical and plumbing repairs, cleaning common areas, and managing grounds. This role requires a high school diploma, one year of maintenance experience, and the ability to lift 75 pounds. Bilingual in English and Spanish is required. Competitive hourly pay with benefits including insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform essential functions satisfactorily.
• One year of experience with maintenance, landscaping, and irrigation systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist with move-ins, move-outs, and inspections.
• Perform light maintenance including electrical, plumbing, and theft repairs.
• Maintain inventory of tools and supplies.
• Clean common areas and maintain outdoor areas.

Skills

Basic knowledge of OSHA regulations

Ability to lift 75 pounds

Reliable knowledge of utility routing

Commitment to the Mission and Values

Bilingual in English and Spanish

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Maintenance and Groundskeeper (Moonridge) – Moonridge, Half Moon Bay, CA

About MidPen: MidPen builds communities that change lives. Since 1970, our mission is to provide safe, affordable housing of high quality, establish stability and opportunity for residents, and foster diverse communities where people from all backgrounds live with dignity and respect. We develop affordable housing, provide professional property management, and coordinate onsite support programs that help residents thrive. We are active in 12 Northern California counties and manage a portfolio of more than 130 properties serving 20,000 people. MidPen is certified as a Great Place to Work in 2025.

Property Name: Moonridge

Position: Maintenance Groundskeeper

Under the supervision of the Community Manager and/or Maintenance Lead, the Maintenance Groundskeeper is responsible for the overall maintenance of the property.

Responsibilities

• Assist with move-ins, move-outs, annual inspections, and preparing vacant units for re-occupancy
• Perform light maintenance: electrical, plumbing, painting, and minor repairs (e.g., glass, tile, locks)
• Maintain inventory of tools, equipment, and supplies
• Clean common areas including laundry rooms, restrooms, offices, and hallways
• Maintain outdoor areas: pick up ground debris daily, sweep sidewalks and parking lots, trim shrubs, and remove weeds
• Monitor and report grounds conditions, complete routine groundskeeping logs, and ensure exterior areas are safe and presentable
• Participate in emergency standby schedule (evenings, weekends, holidays)
• Comply with safety policies and perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the education, knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Basic knowledge of OSHA regulations
• Ability to lift 75 pounds and scale ladders
• Reliable knowledge of all utility routing and cut-offs, including shop and storage rooms, and ensure equipment is secure
• Commitment to the Mission and Values of MidPen Services and MidPen Housing

Physical Requirements

• Position is moderately to highly physical with significant standing, bending, lifting, and walking
• Able to stoop, kneel, carry, push and pull, ascend/descend stairs, climb ladders and roofs, and crawl in confined spaces regularly
• Ability to lift and carry up to 75 pounds regularly
• Ability to hear, speak, and read

Education and Experience

• High School diploma or GED required
• One year of experience with maintenance, landscape, and irrigation systems

Pay Range

$21.54 - $24.23 Hourly. Pay based on applicable experience and qualifications.

Bilingual in English and Spanish required

Benefits

• Dental, Vision, Life & Disability Insurance
• 403(b) Retirement Investment
• Employee Education Reimbursement Program
• FSA for Childcare, Medical, and Commuter Benefits
• EAP Program
• Pet Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Company Holidays
• Wellness Days

Equal Opportunity

MidPen Housing Corp. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. We are committed to an inclusive and accessible hiring process. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or interview process, please notify your recruiter. MidPen Housing Corp. will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of the job.

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