Lead Facilities Maintenance Technician

Status: Full-time, non-exempt 

Hours: Monday-Friday, 7:00 am-4:00 pm (40 hours/week). Occasional nights and weekends as required 

Reports to: Facilities and Operations Manager 

Compensation: $28.85 – $33.65 per hour, depending on experience 

About Us 

St. Mary’s Center is a community of hope, healing, and justice serving extremely low-income seniors and preschoolers in North Oakland. We provide shelter, housing navigation, mental health and substance abuse counseling, nutrition services, preschool, and a vibrant Community Center. Our staff of 40 works across three transitional housing sites and leads permanent supportive housing initiatives. St. Mary’s Center has earned Charity Navigator’s 4‑star rating for six consecutive years and was named the California Association of Nonprofits 2021 Nonprofit of the Year (District 9).  

Position Summary 

The Lead Facilities Maintenance Technician plays a critical, hands-on role in supporting St. Mary’s Center’s mission by ensuring that facilities are safe, functional, and welcoming for seniors, staff, and community members. This position serves as a senior technical resource within the facilities team, combining skilled and semi-skilled maintenance work including, but not limited to, carpentry, plumbing, interior and exterior painting, basic electrical, tile repair, appliance repair, and grounds maintenance. Most work is performed independently and requires the ability to problem-solve, and coordinate with vendors and fellow maintenance staff. 

The Lead Facilities Maintenance Technician helps prioritize work, and supports smooth coordination of facilities activities across administrative, housing, and program-use properties. The ideal candidate is dependable, resourceful, community-minded, and comfortable working independently while collaborating closely with others. 

Key Responsibilities 

Hands-On Facilities & Building Maintenance 

• Perform semi-skilled and skilled maintenance and repair work including carpentry, drywall, painting, flooring, light plumbing, light electrical, roofing, concrete, asphalt, and general building systems. 

• Conduct routine inspections and preventative maintenance to reduce safety risks and service disruptions. 

• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC-related, and fixture issues at St. Mary’s Center properties. 

• Replace HVAC filters and perform minor maintenance to support proper system operation. 

• Clean, maintain, and repair building fixtures and equipment such as doors, locks, windows, shelving, blinds, lighting, and furniture. 

• Respond to maintenance service requests and facility emergencies, including after-hours incidents when required. 

Coordination, Work Orders & Documentation 

• Create, track, and close work orders using the facilities help-desk system. 

• Maintain clear and accurate records of maintenance activities, inspections, repairs, inventory, and completed work. 

• Help prioritize service requests in collaboration with the Facilities & Operations Manager and program staff. 

• Prepare basic documentation, timelines, and cost estimates related to maintenance and repair work. 

Vendor & Contractor Support 

• Coordinate with and support outside vendors and contractors providing services such as HVAC, electrical, plumbing, security, and landscaping. 

• Conduct field check-ins and basic inspections of contractor work; flag concerns or issues to management. 

• Serve as a point of contact for facilities-related requests in coordination with the facilities and operations manager. 

Safety, Organization & Community-Oriented Support 

• Follow all safety, health, and operational policies and procedures. 

• Proactively identify and address potential safety hazards; clean up unsafe conditions and help secure facilities. 

• Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas, tools, equipment, and maintenance spaces. 

• Interact respectfully and professionally with Seniors, Transitional Housing participants, staff, volunteers, community members, and partners. 

• Support fleet and facilities logistics as needed, including operating vehicles and moving materials. 

• Promote a positive, supportive, and mission-aligned environment through reliable and responsive Facilities support. 

On-Call & After-Hours Support (As Needed) 

• Respond to urgent facility issues outside of standard business hours as assigned. 

• Support emergency response related to facilities issues such as water leaks, power outages, security concerns, or alarm activations. 

Qualifications & Experience 

• High school diploma or GED required. 

• Valid California Driver’s License and ability to meet organizational vehicle insurance requirements. 

• Demonstrated experience in facilities maintenance, construction, or handyman work, with hands-on knowledge of carpentry, drywall, painting, plumbing, electrical, and general building systems. 

• Ability to independently perform a wide range of semi-skilled and skilled maintenance tasks while contributing positively to a collaborative team. 

• Experience coordinating vendors or contractors strongly preferred. 

• Ability to read and interpret manuals, schematics, work orders, and basic plans. 

• Basic computer skills and experience using work order, help desk, or maintenance management systems. 

• Strong problem-solving, organization, and documentation skills. 

• Commitment to working respectfully within diverse, community-centered environments. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
 The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds. 

• Ability to climb ladders, work at heights, bend, kneel, stand, and perform physically demanding tasks. 

• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions. 

• Regular exposure to tools, equipment, building materials, and maintenance environments. 

Equal Employment Opportunity  

St. Mary’s Center is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to an active Equal Employment Opportunity. We celebrate diversity and are committed to an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or veteran status.   

In compliance with the California Fair Chance Act, St. Mary’s Center will consider qualified applicant with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. 

Salary : $29 - $34