Maintenance Technician

Milk Honey; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

milk + honey is seeking a Maintenance Technician (1099 Independent Contractor) to support our Facilities team across five spa and salon locations in the Austin area. The role requires 20–40 hours per week, typically Monday–Friday evenings (6:00 PM – 12:00 AM), with occasional overnight work to minimize daily disruption.

Responsibilities include maintenance, preventative tasks, and coordinating with outside contractors for specialized work, with travel across Arboretum, 2nd Street, Hill Country

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of maintenance or similar role experience.
• Valid driver’s license; ability to be bonded or insured.
• Willingness to travel to all Austin locations.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine facility maintenance (filters, bulbs, minor electrical repairs).
• Complete minor plumbing repairs and faucet replacements.
• Paint, millwork repairs, and general cosmetic upkeep.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Driver's license

Hand/power tools

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Description

Location: Austin Area — Travel between five spa and salon locations required.

Position Type: 1099 Independent Contractor

Schedule: Contractor role at 20-40 hours per week, Monday–Friday, 6:00 PM – 12:00 AM

Compensation: Starting at $25/hour

About milk + honey

milk + honey is a thriving collection of spas and salons dedicated to helping people relax, feel good, and nourish their well-being. We pride ourselves on creating beautiful, safe, and welcoming environments for our clients and employees.

We are seeking a dependable and skilled Maintenance Technician (1099 Independent Contractor) to support our Facilities team 20-40 hours on a weekly basis. In this role, you will be responsible for the upkeep, repair, and general maintenance of our spa and salon locations. This is a hands‑on contractor position where you’ll complete day‑to‑day maintenance tasks, preventative work, and coordinate with outside contractors when specialized support is required.

The schedule is evening to late‑night (M–F, 6pm–12:00am), and occasional overnight work may be expected to minimize disruption to daily operations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Responsibilities include, but not limited to:

• Perform routine facility maintenance, including changing air filters, light bulbs, and minor electrical repairs (e.g., replacing dimmers, light fixtures).
• Complete minor plumbing repairs such as fixing leaky sinks, clogged drains, toilets, and replacing faucets.
• Conduct painting, millwork repairs (wood/laminate damage, hinges), and general cosmetic upkeep.
• Carry out preventative maintenance tasks, such as cleaning air vents, washing machine filters, grout care, and refinishing or deep cleaning floors.
• Support overall facility cleanliness by assisting with deep cleaning projects and maintaining storefront presentation.
• Perform repairs and replacements (e.g., sinks, countertops) and assist with special projects as assigned.
• Help transport and organize materials or supplies across multiple locations.
• Manage and prioritize work orders through platforms like Freshdesk.
• Build and maintain a network of reliable contractors and vendors for specialized repairs.
• Obtain and oversee bids for larger or outsourced projects.
• Coordinate after‑hours work when necessary, ensuring minimal disruption to operations.
• Balance hands‑on repair work with delegation to outside trades as needed
• At least 1 year of experience in the maintenance field or similar role.
• Valid driver’s license (We will provide a maintenance vehicle).
• Ability to be bonded or insured.
• Ability to travel to all Austin locations: Arboretum, 2nd Street, Hill Country Galleria, The Loren, and South Lamar.
• Able to perform maintenance work including but not limited to plumbing, electrical, painting, and common repairs.

Special Considerations:

• Ability to perform evening, late nights, and occasional overnight or after‑hours work to complete maintenance and repair tasks with minimal disruption to daily operations.
• Must adhere to all policies and procedures expected of milk + honey Partisans.
• Must adhere to any and all protocol changes issued by management.
• Ability to sustain reasonable physical activity for the duration of a scheduled shift.
• Ability to lift heavy objects.

Physical & Technical Requirements

• Ability to climb ladders, scaffolding, or step stools safely to perform repairs or maintenance.
• Comfortable working in confined or tight spaces (under sinks, inside cabinets, crawl spaces, behind equipment).
• Standing, bending, kneeling, and reaching for extended periods during repair or cleaning tasks.
• Dexterity to handle small tools, fasteners, and electrical components.
• Ability to safely operate hand and power tools (drills, saws, vacuums, buffers, etc.).
• Capable of working at heights, including elevated platforms or mezzanines, following proper safety procedures.
• Comfortable performing repetitive motions required for painting, sanding, or cleaning tasks.
• Ability to maneuver carts or dollies loaded with supplies between locations.
• Vision, hearing, and balance sufficient to safely perform facility maintenance tasks.