Part-Time Maintenance Specialist – Community Housing

LifeMoves; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

LifeMoves is seeking a Maintenance Specialist in San Jose, CA. This part-time role requires hands-on maintenance for commercial and residential properties, with duties including unit turnover support, painting, carpentry, and basic electrical/plumbing repairs. Strong communication and reliability are essential.

The team emphasizes serving the community, collaborating with vendors, and delivering high-quality service to residents across Santa Clara and San Mateo Counties.

Qualifications

• Valid California driver license and proof of auto insurance.
• Ability to safely use ladders and provided tools.
• Clear oral and written communication skills to receive general direction and report status.
• Interpersonal skills for positive customer service.
• 3-5 years of maintenance/construction experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent; some college is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Unit turnovers, move-ins/move-outs, and routine inspections.
• Painting prep and application across units.
• Carpentry work on doors, windows, fences, roofs, etc.
• Electrical and plumbing minor repairs.
• Documentation of maintenance tasks and work orders.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Painting

Carpentry

Electrical work

Plumbing

Education

High school diploma

Some college a plus

Job description

LifeMoves is seeking a Maintenance Specialist in San Jose, CA. This part-time role requires hands-on maintenance for commercial and residential properties, with duties including unit turnover support, painting, carpentry, and basic electrical/plumbing repairs. Strong communication and reliability are essential.

The team emphasizes serving the community, collaborating with vendors, and delivering high-quality service to residents across Santa Clara and San Mateo Counties.