Maintenance Technician

WSH MANAGEMENT INC; Hayward (CA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Job summary

WSH MANAGEMENT INC. Maintenance Technician supports daily operations and upkeep of a 140-unit affordable housing community in Hayward, CA.

This role maintains the property's appearance, safety, and functionality through grounds care, unit turnovers, preventative maintenance, vendor coordination, and handling service requests. Schedule is full-time, 40 hours/week, typically 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, with occasional on-call and up to 25% travel.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum two years of apartment maintenance or related experience.
• Experience with unit turnovers and property upkeep.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and respond promptly to requests.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required.
• Bilingual in English/Spanish preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Inspect property and equipment daily to determine service needs.
• Respond to service requests on a first-in, first-out basis, schedule and document work.
• Implement and supervise Preventative Maintenance program.
• Update maintenance schedules including HVAC filters and safety checks.
• Prepare monthly safety inspection reports for management.
• Assist with apartment turnovers and obtain bids for outside work.
• Coordinate contracted projects and verify adherence to specs.
• Maintain records of supplies, equipment, and costs.
• Provide on-call emergency support as needed.
• Maintain a tidy maintenance shop and safely use tools.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Independent working

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Maintenance Technician supports the daily operations and upkeep of a 140-unit, multi-story affordable housing community in Hayward, CA. This position is responsible for maintaining the overall appearance, safety, and functionality of the property through grounds keeping, trash and chute management, unit turnovers, preventative maintenance, vendor coordination, and completion of general maintenance work orders. The technician conducts regular property inspections, responds to resident service requests, assists with apartment turns, monitors inventory and supplies, coordinates contracted services, and supports property safety and compliance efforts.

Job Details

• Job Location: Hayward, CA 94544
• Position Type: Full Time
• Salary Range: $27.00 - $28.00 Hourly
• Travel Percentage: Up to 25%

What We Offer

• Pay: $27.00 – $28.00 per hour
• Schedule: Full-time (40 hours per week), Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
• Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance; 401(k) with employer match
• Time Off: Paid vacation and 15 paid company holidays

Key Responsibilities

• Inspects property and equipment daily to determine need and extent of service, equipment required, type and number of operation and maintenance personnel needed.
• Respond to service requests on a first in, first out, (except in the case of an emergency) and in accordance with Fair Housing guidelines. Document to accurately describe work done, parts used, disposition and time spent.
• Implementation and supervision of Preventative Maintenance program.
• Review and update quarterly, semi-annual and annual preventative maintenance schedule to include changing HVAC filters, fire detector batteries, other types of safety devices, cleaning gutters, and inspecting for leaks.
• Completes and submits a monthly property safety inspection report to the Resident Manager.
• Assist with turnover of apartments as requested by Resident Manager to include duties such as maintenance, repair, or renovation and obtains bids for additional work from outside contractors.
• Directs contracted projects to verify adherence to specifications.
• Purchases and maintain records of building and maintenance supplies, machinery, equipment, and furniture.
• Utilize safety equipment as applicable (i.e. back support devices, eye protection, gloves, masks, etc.)
• Compiles records of labor and material cost for operating building and issues cost reports to owner or managing agents.
• Assembles and analyzes contract bids and submits bids and recommendations to superiors for action.
• Respond to emergency calls, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Overtime may be required.
• Provide emergency on-call services on a rotating basis with other maintenance staff. Overtime may be required.
• If you are unavailable for emergency calls at any time due to vacation or any other personal reason, it is required that you plan with the Service Technician at a sister property to be on call for you, and to notify your Supervisor and the Manager of the sister property of the arrangement.
• Support office staff in efforts of safety and security of the property.
• Keep Maintenance Shop neat and organized. Maintain company tools, equipment and other items in a satisfactory condition.
• Meet and be personable and professional with community residents.
• Effectively assess a situation which may require assistance or specialized equipment and respond appropriately in serious or emergency situations.
• Communicate effectively with Property Manager daily to ensure all objectives are met and property is up to company standards.
• Communicate with Property Manager regarding suppliers or vendors to ensure safe and efficient operation of property maintenance.
• Trouble-shoot and diagnose and correct heating and air conditioning, and appliances problems.
• Must be able to diagnose and repair equipment or appliances, which are not clearly seen or reached under counters, on ceiling etc.
• Re-key locks and cut keys.
• Repair electrical and plumbing problems.
• Provide carpentry and sheet rock repairs.
• Fix problem with cleanliness of property including trash and hallways.
• Assist in monitoring maintenance, inventory, parts, cleaning supplies and placing replacement orders.
• Can use power machinery properly and safely.
• Driving to local areas when necessary.
• Keep cellular telephone on at all times during working hours and while on call.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum two (2) year of experience in apartment maintenance, facilities maintenance, grounds keeping, janitorial services, handyman work, or a related field.
• Experience with unit turnovers, property upkeep, trash management, and general maintenance repairs.
• Strong customer service, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and respond to maintenance requests in a timely manner.
• Ability to safely operate maintenance equipment, power tools, and cleaning equipment.
• Knowledge of basic maintenance practices, safety procedures, and proper use of cleaning chemicals and supplies.
• Ability to perform physically demanding work, including lifting, bending, walking the property, climbing stairs, and working outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Ability to participate in an on-call rotation and respond to emergency maintenance situations as needed.
• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and current auto insurance required.
• Ability to pass a background check and drug screening.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred but not required.