Maintenance Technician

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for the daily repairs and general upkeep of the surrounding areas of the property. The position performs a variety of building maintenance repair work, which may include janitorial work, throughout the building. The position may be assigned to 1 or more properties depending on size of the properties and geographic regions.

Location: This position will work at multiple SAHA properties: Arboleda Apartments and Robin Lane

Benefits/Perks: SAHA is proud to offer our employees a comprehensive benefits package, including medical benefits (HMO/HDHP or High-Deductible Plans), dental and vision coverage, 401(k) retirement plans, health savings accounts (HSA/FSA), family planning assistance, mental health support, life insurance, long-term disability (LTD) insurance, supplemental life insurance, identity theft and legal services, commuter benefits, time off accrual, paid holidays and work-life balance. 

About SAHA: 

Satellite Affordable Housing Associates (SAHA) is a nonprofit housing development organization with over 50 years of experience throughout the Bay Area for low-income families, seniors, and people with special needs including those experiencing homelessness. SAHA begins from the idea that every person a home; our work is inspired by our commitment to create a more just society that promotes the health, security, and personal development of all people regardless of their financial means.

Satellite Affordable Housing Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Education and/or Experience:

• Three or more years of relevant maintenance or trade experience is preferred
• Experience in affordable housing/property management is a plus

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of building maintenance and repair, including the ability to paint well, repair and maintain electrical, roofing, plumbing and HVAC systems, as well as boilers, appliances, and drywall;
• Knowledge of tools and equipment used in building maintenance and how to use them safely and responsibly;
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English to successfully interact with tenants and other employees;
• Ability to type and use a computer. Must be able to use email, and learn our software systems;
• Must be able to handle daily responsibilities and projects with minimal direction;
• Must be reliable in attendance, quality and quantity of work;
• Must have the ability to safely operate equipment where necessary;
• Ability to determine causes of operating failures and apply general rules to specific problems to produce the solution; 
• Ability to manage one’s own time and coordinate the priorities of work orders and other responsibilities in order to ensure timely competition of required duties;
• Ability to manage one’s own tasks and proactively communicate about those tasks with the necessary parties;
• Ability to communicate peer performance assessments when necessary;
• Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer service. This includes assessment of tenant needs, and professionally explaining repairs and timelines to staff and residents;
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form

Certifications or Licenses:

• Valid driver's license, a good driving record, proof of automobile insurance and reliable means of transportation is required as this position will have to transport tools and/or materials. A DMV record check will be performed prior to employment.