Maintenance Associate

Community Housing Development Corporation; Richmond (CA); On-site; USD 48,904,800 - 71,635,200; Full time

Job summary

Vibrant Community Management is seeking a Maintenance Associate to perform routine maintenance across housing projects, including plumbing, painting, electrical work, and general repairs. The role supports residents and must communicate effectively with staff and tenants.

On-call coverage evenings, weekends, and holidays is required. The position emphasizes safety, professionalism, and a focus on quality upkeep of units and common areas, with attention to cultural sensitivity and Equal Housing

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 1–2 years of related work experience.
• Ability to work at multiple worksite locations.
• Basic plumbing, painting, and electrical repair knowledge.
• Ability to follow English and/or Spanish instructions and prioritize tasks.
• Ability to work irregular hours including nights, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and manage work orders efficiently.
• Perform light plumbing, painting, carpentry, and general maintenance.
• Assist in custodial tasks and grounds work as needed.
• Identify problems and communicate to Maintenance Supervisor and Property Manager.
• Maintain professional relationships with residents and adhere to Equal Housing opportunities.
• Participate in on-call emergency coverage and follow safety protocols.
• Maintain inventories and assist with supplies for maintenance and repairs.
• Complete and maintain preventive maintenance records and CAMS II entries.
• Perform related duties as required.

Skills

Basic Plumbing

Painting

Electrical Repairs

Maintenance Work

Multitasking

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

FLSA Status: This is a fulltime, 40 hours per week, Non-Exempt position

Hourly Rate: $17-25 per hour DOE

About Vibrant Community Management

Here at VCM we strive to create vibrant communities by providing housing and supportive services. We aim to create a foundation for low to moderate income individuals, families, and seniors to thrive. Our goal is to promote self-sufficiency and improve the quality of life within the communities we serve. Vibrant Community Management is committed to building a staff that is rich with cultural, social, and experiential diversity.

Position Summary

Under the general supervision of the Facility Director, the Maintenance Associate will perform routine and general maintenance mechanical work such as plumbing, light electrical, light carpentry, painting, sheet rock repair, refurbishing, irrigation, and common area cleaning in housing projects designed to provide low-income families, seniors, special users, or other eligible individuals with furnished or unfurnished housing in single or multi-unit dwellings.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Efficiently and effectively schedules work order requests. Performs light plumbing work, irrigation, replacement of broken glass, screens, tile, carpet, garbage disposals, fixtures,
• Efficiently and effectively paints interior and exterior, performs carpentry work such as fitting doors, freeing windows, replacing and building shelves, sanding and refinishing floors, repair of concrete, masonry, roof fencing, etc.
• Assists in custodial work/cleaning of common areas and vacant units, including sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, waxing, buffing, emptying trash, cleaning windows, etc. Assists in grounds work and limited extermination services when necessary.
• Identifies and assesses problems and needs and communicates these to Maintenance Supervisor and Property Manager.
• Maintains congenial relationships with all residents, is professional and polite; communicates easily with residents using strong interpersonal skills. Is able to handle complaints/adversity with tact and diplomacy. Is understanding and sensitive to cultural background, economic status, those with special needs, and adheres to Equal Employment and Equal Housing Opportunity requirements.
• Participates in an on-call emergency schedule for evening, weekend and holiday coverage of the property and/or other properties. Maintains knowledge of water, gas meter cutoffs, all building and fixture cutoffs, sewer cleanouts and maps and diagrams of the property. Maintains security of property.
• Under the general supervision for the Site Manager or Maintenance Supervisor maintains inventory of, places monthly order for, picks up supplies and utilizes materials for maintenance and repair.
• Periodically inspects building exterior and common arrears, performs repairs and janitorial assistance as needed. Assists with scheduled annual unit inspections. Refurbishes apartments prior to occupancy.
• Maintains accurate records regarding preventative monthly maintenance on all equipment based on manufacturer recommendations or as required by housing regulations or codes.
• Completes and maintains the CAMS II maintenance program.
• Perform related duties as required

Required Qualifications

• A minimum education level of: High School Diploma or its equivalent
• A minimum of 1-2 years of related work experience
• The ability to work at multiple worksite locations
• Basic knowledge of Basic Plumbing including toilet, faucet, and minor pipe repair
• Basic knowledge Painting including preparation, sanding, and color matching
• knowledge in electrical repairs including light switch, cords, ballasts and bulbs and circuit breakers
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions in English and/or Spanish and prioritize multiple tasks
• Ability to work irregular/extended hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays
• Able to wear face mask for long periods of time
• A background clearance is required

Physical Requirements

• Maneuvering in and around worksites
• Standing and walking for long period of times
• Bending, kneeling, reaching, and stooping
• Lifting boxes or equipment weighing up to 25 pounds, and up to 70 pounds
• Pushing or pulling objects such as vacuums, carts, mops, etc.