Residential Maintenance Technician (Housing Coordinator)

Jewish Family Service of San Diego; Palm Springs (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive healthcare coverage

Generous employer 401(k) contributions

Employer-covered life insurance

Paid vacation and sick leave

15 paid holidays including Federal and Jewish holidays

2 Wellness Days

Job summary

Jewish Family Service of San Diego is seeking a Residential Maintenance Technician (Housing Coordinator) in Palm Springs. This role includes conducting maintenance tasks, assisting clients transitioning from homelessness to stability, and ensuring safety inspections.

The ideal candidate will have at least two years of property maintenance experience, be knowledgeable in repairs, and possess strong interpersonal skills. A valid driver's license and ability to lift 50 pounds are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of property maintenance experience required.
• Knowledge and skills necessary for minor housing repairs including electrical, plumbing, wall patching.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Perform building maintenance and repairs for client units.
• Provide relocation assistance for families.
• Monitor and implement Housing Quality Safety inspections.
• Respond to staff and client needs.
• Work independently.

Skills

Property maintenance experience

Electrical repairs

Plumbing skills

Interpersonal skills

Driving skills

Tools

Word

Outlook

Excel

Job description

Position Overview

The Residential Maintenance Technician (Housing Coordinator) position is an exciting opportunity to have a real impact on moving families and individuals out of poverty. The position will work in our HUD programs to coach families & individuals exiting homelessness towards housing stability and ultimately long-term self-sufficiency and increased family opportunity. This role will be primarily performing and conducting maintenance issues and driving through out Palm Springs, Desert Hot Springs, and Coachella Valley.

Please be aware this position needs to have a minimum of two years of property maintenance experience and the knowledge and skills necessary for minor housing repairs including electrical, plumbing, wall patch, and more.

Responsibilities

• Perform building maintenance and repairs for client units, including basic electrical, plumbing, patching walls, installation of appliances, locks, smoke alarms, painting, etc
• Provide local relocation assistance, including moving of furniture, furniture assembly and cleaning of client units when vacated
• Oversee assigned residential properties addressing any maintenance and safety issues
• Monitor and implement all Housing Quality Safety inspections as mandated by HUD
• Follow-up on work orders for residential properties
• Creating all client Occupancy Agreements and the necessary attachments
• Review and sign client Occupancy Agreement documents upon move in
• Follow-up on all reasonable accommodation and modification needs. Be familiar with Fair Housing Laws
• Document lease violations and follow-up on any necessary corrective action plans with client and other staff
• Respond to staff and client needs
• Work independently
• Assist with move-in and move-out of clients
• Maintain an inventory of all program supplies
• Assist Program Manager in creative strategies to ensure client lease compliance while maintaining good standing with the property management companies
• This position will interact with clients and maintain confidentiality on a consistent basis
• On-call as necessary for site emergencies
• Food Donation pickup and food delivery

Skills/Abilities That Are a Must-Have

• Two-years of property maintenance experience
• Knowledge and skills necessary for minor housing repairs including electrical, plumbing, wall patching, etc
• Ability to relate to a diversity of individuals and their needs as they apply to homelessness
• Demonstrate quality interpersonal and communication skills
• Valid Driver’s License, clean DMV and current insurance. This position requires driving throughout Palm Springs, Desert Hot Springs and Coachella Valley
• Ability to lift 50 pounds
• Must be able to pass a LiveScan and drug test

Computer Skills

• Ability to proficiently use Word, Outlook, and Excel
• Ability to write clear, concise e-mails

Reasoning Skills

• Ability to apply common sense when carrying out instructions or when making logical decisions
• Ability to deal with problems involving mathematical variables

Physical Demands

• The employee must regularly lift or move 25 to 40 pounds
• The employee is frequently required to life, stand, walk, lift and drive

Position Title: Residential Maintenance Technician (Housing Coordinator)

Organization: Jewish Family Service of San Diego

Department: HUD Program, Palm Springs

Position Type: Full-Time (37.5+ hours/week), Non-Exempt

Work Setting: Onsite

Reports To: Administrative Service Manager

Pay Rate: $21.72/hour

Total Compensation:

• Comprehensive, low-cost healthcare coverage for employees
• Generous employer 401(k) contributions
• Employer-covered life insurance

Time Away from Work:

Being able to take time away from work is critical in bringing your best self to work. Time off benefits for this position include:

• Paid vacation time and sick leave
• 15 paid holidays, including Federal and Jewish holidays (as long as the holiday lands on a normal scheduled work day), and floating holidays
• 2 Wellness Days to be taken any time during the year to support employees’ mental wellness

*Jewish Family Service is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.