Maintenance Technician 3
21 days ago
Los Angeles
Job Description PLEASE (COPY AND PASTE) THE LINK BELOW ; About Community Corporation of Santa Monica Community Corp is a non-profit organization that restores, builds, and manages affordable housing for working families of modest means. Since our inception in 1982, we have rehabilitated and constructed nearly 2,071 homes. By enhancing and increasing affordable housing, we improve neighborhoods, create an environment where people can thrive, and change thousands of lives. Our work contributes to the distinct character of Santa Monica and the greater Westside region, making these communities more inclusive, caring, and environmentally sustainable. Position Overview The Maintenance Technician Level 3 is responsible for maintaining and keeping apartment properties in a safe and attractive condition. This senior-level position performs advanced maintenance and repair tasks across multiple building systems and requires expert-level technical knowledge. Responsibilities include diagnosing complex problems, implementing effective solutions, and ensuring regulatory compliance and safety. This technician plays a lead role on projects, mentors less experienced staff, and contributes to planning and prioritizing work. Strong documentation, decision-making, and customer service are essential to success in this role. Compensation and Benefits The compensation is $29.00 - $33.00. The Maintenance Technician is eligible for the following benefits: • Medical insurance, • Dental and vision insurance, • 403b retirement plan & matching contribution, • Four weeks of paid vacation, • 11 Paid holidays, • Three weeks of paid sick leave, • Mileage reimbursement, • 9/80 work schedule, • Every other Friday off!, • Sign on Incentive Essential Position Responsibilities • Tracks and manages daily assigned work order load using Yardi, including planning and prioritizing based on urgency and resident needs, • Coordinates and communicates directly with residents to schedule and complete work efficiently and with minimal disruption, • Gathers appropriate tools, materials, and equipment needed for advanced repair or installation tasks, • Independently performs complex repairs and maintenance in plumbing, electrical, carpentry, HVAC, and structural systems, ensuring high-quality outcomes, • Troubleshoots and diagnoses building system failures, implementing effective and long-lasting repairs using sound technical judgment, • Writes comprehensive and detailed notes of work performed, contributing to accurate maintenance histories and compliance documentation, • Closes work orders in Yardi with full documentation and follows up on pending or multi-stage repairs, • Returns tools and materials to storage, helping maintain an organized and ready-to-use inventory, • Conducts regular inspections of units, buildings, and common areas, proactively identifying maintenance needs and initiating corrective action, • Advanced troubleshooting and technical problem solving, • Leadership and mentoring, • Strategic planning and task prioritization, • Clear and professional verbal and written communication, • Skilled use of maintenance software (e.g., Yardi, Paycom), • Resident relations and customer service, • Technical decision-making and independent judgment, • Adaptability, multitasking, and resilience under pressure Education and Experience • High School Diploma required, • 5-8 years of full-time experience in implementing solutions for plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpentry, painting, drywall, general repairs, or masonry in multifamily apartments or similar facilities This position does not supervise others but assists more experienced technicians as directed. Physical Requirements • Must be able to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds to shoulder height, and up to 50 pounds to waist height, • Frequently required to stand, walk, sit, reach with hands and arms This position performs work in occupied apartments and buildings the majority of the time, with occasional office or administrative tasks. Travel Requirements • Must have use of a vehicle to regularly travel to Community Corp. properties, hardware stores, and supply stores within the service area, • Must possess and maintain a valid California driver’s license and legally required insurance, • Must maintain a satisfactory driving record and agree to DMV pull report Background Check and Driving Record will be Conducted Community Corp. is an Equal Opportunity Employer Company DescriptionCommunity Corp. is a Santa Monica-based non-profit organization that restores, builds, and manages affordable housing for working families of modest means. By enhancing and increasing affordable housing, we improve neighborhoods, create an environment where people can thrive, and change thousands of lives. Our work contributes to the distinct character of Santa Monica, making it a more inclusive, caring, and environmentally sustainable city. In short, we advance the values that Santa Monica residents share – and enrich our community. We are dedicated to providing exceptional housing opportunities. Our “Tenant Selection Criteria” guides selection and occupancy and are provided to help you understand our process. Our criteria follows required governmental regulations. These regulations may include guidelines from HUD, HCD, TCAC and City of Santa Monica. We work to meet our residents’ needs and exceed their expectations when it comes to leasing and maintaining their homes. If you are considering living in a Community Corp. residence, you can rest assured we’ll be there for you when you need us. Our entire team strives to conduct ourselves honestly, ethically, and in accordance with Fair Housing principles. We increase and improve Santa Monica’s affordable housing stock. Since our inception in 1982, the Housing Restoration and Production Department has managed the rehabilitation and construction of nearly 2,071 affordable homes. We oversee the acquisition of property, develop conceptual proposals, secure financing, and manage construction. In all of our properties, we strive to construct housing that is at the forefront of architectural innovation and environmental sustainability. We preserve historic buildings and construct new housing that is sensitive to the surrounding area’s scale and style, working to improve neighborhoods and strengthen communities.Community Corp. is a Santa Monica-based non-profit organization that restores, builds, and manages affordable housing for working families of modest means. By enhancing and increasing affordable housing, we improve neighborhoods, create an environment where people can thrive, and change thousands of lives. Our work contributes to the distinct character of Santa Monica, making it a more inclusive, caring, and environmentally sustainable city. In short, we advance the values that Santa Monica residents share – and enrich our community.\r\n\r\nWe are dedicated to providing exceptional housing opportunities. Our “Tenant Selection Criteria” guides selection and occupancy and are provided to help you understand our process. Our criteria follows required governmental regulations. These regulations may include guidelines from HUD, HCD, TCAC and City of Santa Monica.\r\n\r\nWe work to meet our residents’ needs and exceed their expectations when it comes to leasing and maintaining their homes. If you are considering living in a Community Corp. residence, you can rest assured we’ll be there for you when you need us. Our entire team strives to conduct ourselves honestly, ethically, and in accordance with Fair Housing principles.\r\n\r\nWe increase and improve Santa Monica’s affordable housing stock. Since our inception in 1982, the Housing Restoration and Production Department has managed the rehabilitation and construction of nearly 2,071 affordable homes. We oversee the acquisition of property, develop conceptual proposals, secure financing, and manage construction. In all of our properties, we strive to construct housing that is at the forefront of architectural innovation and environmental sustainability. We preserve historic buildings and construct new housing that is sensitive to the surrounding area’s scale and style, working to improve neighborhoods and strengthen communities.