Facilities Maintenance Technician

Lead Maintenance Technician

The Lead Maintenance Technician oversees the maintenance and repair of a multi-property portfolio in the Long Beach and Cerritos area, ensuring all facilities operate safely, efficiently, and in accordance with relevant policies, standards, and regulatory guidelines such as OSHA. This role combines hands-on maintenance work with coordination of vendors, inventory management, and support for on-site events, while providing reliable coverage during regular hours, some weekends, holidays, and after-hours emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Inspect properties daily to identify potential hazards, damage, repair needs, and opportunities for improvement.
• Provide maintenance coverage for properties during some weekends and holidays as required.
• Perform basic repairs to plumbing, lighting, door hardware, cement, flooring installation and removal, woodwork, painting, furniture, heaters, and related building systems in a timely and efficient manner.
• Work collaboratively with other staff members on larger projects that require a team of two or more technicians.
• Order supplies and maintain an organized inventory of replacement parts and materials.
• Manage inventory control for each property to ensure adequate stock levels and proper tracking.
• Contact and oversee outside vendors when specialized repairs or services are needed, ensuring quality and adherence to standards.
• Generate preventative maintenance programs and perform scheduled preventative maintenance as needed or as directed by management.
• Maintain internal and external lighting fixtures, including the replacement of ballasts, light bulbs, and fluorescent tubes.
• Provide ongoing preventative maintenance to golf carts and RMUs (Retail Merchandising Units).
• Troubleshoot operating systems and building equipment to diagnose issues and implement effective solutions.
• Assist the marketing department with the execution of center events, serving as a point of contact for event oversight, holiday preparation, and ongoing maintenance of signage hardware.
• Respond promptly to daily requests for assistance from management, tenants, and contractors, ensuring a high level of customer service.
• Obtain proposals for purchase orders, service contracts, or time-and-materials contracts, and support the procurement process.
• Generate contracts within the proprietary platform and ensure accurate documentation.
• Participate in and assist with certificate of insurance management and vendor compliance database programs.
• Request, organize, and compare bids from vendors to support cost-effective maintenance solutions.
• Document daily progress reports and maintenance logs to track work completed and outstanding issues.
• Serve in an on-call capacity for after-hours emergencies, responding to urgent maintenance needs as they arise.
• Perform other related duties as assigned to support the safe and efficient operation of the properties.

Essential Skills

• High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum age of 18 years.
• Minimum of three years of facilities maintenance experience performing basic carpentry, electrical, mechanical, and plumbing functions.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Ability to read and interpret documents, follow written and verbal instructions, and comprehend maintenance procedures.
• Ability to effectively present information and updates to departmental management and tenants.
• Ability to define problems, collect information, establish facts, and implement practical solutions.
• Basic computer skills for documentation, communication, and use of proprietary platforms.
• Valid drivers license in the state of California.
• Good driving record and ability to safely operate a company vehicle.
• Experience with facilities maintenance, property maintenance and repairs, and preventive maintenance.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting building systems and equipment.
• Hands-on skills in electrical work, plumbing, painting, drywall repair, and wiring.
• Ability to climb up and down ladders and move around sites safely.
• Ability to work in environments with exposure to dust, dirt, and typical construction-related hazards during site visits.
• Strong organizational skills for managing inventory, documentation, and vendor coordination.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Shopping center maintenance experience preferred.
• Experience coordinating and supporting events in a retail or commercial environment.
• Familiarity with HVAC systems and basic HVAC maintenance.
• Experience maintaining golf carts and RMUs or similar equipment.
• Comfort using proprietary contract generation and compliance database platforms.
• Experience obtaining and organizing vendor bids and managing service contracts.
• Strong communication skills for interacting with tenants, contractors, and internal teams.
• Attention to detail in documenting maintenance logs and progress reports.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively in a multi-property environment.

Why Work Here?

Join a team that values safety, reliability, and collaboration across a well-maintained portfolio of properties. You will work in a supportive environment that encourages independent problem-solving while still offering strong team support on larger projects. The role provides consistent scheduling with a clear training period, exposure to a variety of maintenance tasks, and opportunities to develop your technical and coordination skills in a dynamic retail and commercial setting.

Work Environment

This role is based across multiple retail and commercial properties in the Long Beach and Cerritos area, including open-air and shopping center environments. Work involves both indoor and outdoor settings, with regular movement around sites and the use of ladders and standard maintenance equipment. You may encounter typical construction-related conditions such as dust and dirt during inspections and repairs. The position includes a training shift from Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., followed by a regular shift schedule of Tuesday to Saturday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with additional coverage on some weekends, holidays, and on-call after-hours emergencies. You will use standard tools and equipment for carpentry, electrical, plumbing, painting, drywall, and general repairs, as well as company vehicles for site travel. The environment emphasizes safety, adherence to regulatory guidelines, and professional presentation appropriate for a public-facing shopping center setting.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Long Beach, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $30.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 10, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Long Beach,CA.