JOB DETAILS

Maintenance Technician

CompanyHousing Matters
LocationSanta Cruz
Work ModeOn Site
PostedMay 28, 2026
About The Company
Formerly known as Homeless Services Center, Housing Matters is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit and the largest local organization addressing homelessness in Santa Cruz County. Our mission is to partner with individuals and families to create pathways out of homelessness into permanent housing. Donor contributions support our emergency shelter programs (including housing navigation and placement), personalized case management, day services with showers and bathrooms open to the public, on-site supportive services, and the construction of permanent supportive housing—now underway—for our unhoused neighbors most in need. We hold firmly to the vision that homelessness in our community should be rare, brief, and non-recurring. If you share that same vision, consider joining us! Take a look at our current job openings, or contact us about volunteer opportunities.
About the Role

Maintenance Technician 


Housing Matters partners with individuals and families to create pathways out of their homelessness into permanent housing. We are a leader in working to end homelessness – and we want you to be part of our team! We are looking for individuals eager to make a difference and willing to enthusiastically commit to join in our vision that homelessness in Santa Cruz County should be rare, brief, and non-recurring.


Working under the supervision of the Director of Facilities, the Maintenance Technician (part-time) is responsible for performing highly diversified duties to install, troubleshoot, repair and maintain facility equipment according to safety, predictive and productive maintenance systems and processes to support the achievement of the site’s business goals and objectives. This position will operate between Housing Matters' multiple buildings and grounds located at the Behavioral Health Bridge Housing (BHBH) site and the Live Oak Landing (the “Landing) site. Additionally, this position will require the staff member to maintain a valid driver's license and a clean driving record to operate an organization-owned vehicle between the two Housing Matters sites.


Hours and Benefits:


The Maintenance Technician is a part-time (32 hours), hourly, non-exempt position, eligible for medical, dental, vision, 403b, and our generous PTO plan.

Benefits Summary: 

• 6 Medical plans - 100% employee coverage on select plans

• Dental - 100% employee coverage

• Vision - 100% employee coverage

• Life insurance (UNUM) - 100% employee coverage

• Chiropractic and Acupuncture (for those who elect medical insurance) - 100% employee coverage

• 403b Retirement Savings matched up to 3% dollar-for-dollar with no vesting period

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Travel Assistance

• PTO, 1 paid floating holiday, 9 paid holidays


Regularly scheduled shifts including evenings, weekends and occasional holidays - 32 Hours per week


Starting Wages (Dependent on Experience):


$26.50 $27.30 $28.12 $28.96 $29.83 $30.72


Preferred Experience/ Education Requirements:

  • High school diploma or equivalent required.
  • Ability to speak English fluently required.
  • 2-3 Years of maintenance technician or similar experience
  • 2-3 years of experience in plumbing and carpentry; simple electrical and mechanical maintenance
  • Requires Regular standing, walking, sitting, crouching, stooping, and communication. 
  • Requires frequent lifting, reaching, pulling, pushing and lifting objects and operating equipment. 
  • Ability to lift up to 60 lbs.


Special Requirements:

  • Regular standing, walking, sitting, crouching, stooping, and communication are required. 
  • Requires frequent lifting, reaching, pulling, pushing, lifting objects, and operating equipment. 
  • Requires the ability to lift 60 lbs. 
  • Valid California state driver's license and a clean driving record
  • Blood Borne Pathogen certification a plus (training available upon hire and offered by the facility). 
  • Basic computer skills, including ability to answer emails and utilize basic google suite and Microsoft office platforms. 


Thorough knowledge of:

  • Standard safety procedures
  • Methods, materials, tools, and techniques used for maintenance work
  • Operating and caring for maintenance supplies and equipment 
  • Safety and PPE standards


Typical Job Duties:

  • Provide emergency/unscheduled repairs of facilities equipment and perform scheduled maintenance repairs.
  • Perform simple repair duties/preventative maintenance responsibilities including but not limited to, mechanical, electrical, and painting of facilities and Housing Matters property.
  • Read and interpret equipment manuals and work orders to perform required maintenance and service.
  • Perform a variety of plumbing maintenance and carpentry functions.
  • Use a variety of hand and power tools, electric meters and material handling equipment in performing duties.
  • Detect faulty operations or defective material and report those and any unusual situations to proper supervision.
  • Comply with safety regulations and maintain clean and orderly work areas.



Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities


All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at Housing Matters without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition (including cancer-related and genetic characteristics), marital status, sexual orientation, age (over 18), veteran status, gender, pregnancy, or any other non-merit factor unrelated to job 

Key Skills
PlumbingCarpentryElectrical MaintenanceMechanical MaintenancePreventative MaintenanceTroubleshootingHand ToolsPower ToolsSafety ProceduresPPE StandardsGoogle SuiteMicrosoft OfficeFacility MaintenancePaintingEquipment Operation
Categories
TradesSocial ServicesConstructionSecurity & Safety
Benefits
Medical InsuranceDental InsuranceVision InsuranceLife InsuranceChiropractic and Acupuncture Coverage403b Retirement Savings MatchEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Travel AssistancePaid Time Off (PTO)Paid Floating HolidayPaid Holidays
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
Perform diversified installation, troubleshooting, and repair duties for facility equipment across multiple sites. Execute scheduled preventative maintenance and emergency repairs involving plumbing, carpentry, and electrical systems.
📋Job Type
full time
💰Salary Range
$27 - $31
📊Experience Level
2-5
💼Company Size
119
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
32 hours
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