Maintenance Tech

Maintenance Technician

SHELTER, Inc. rebuilds lives one family at a time, by helping them re-establish a home and assisting with the skills and resources needed to live the life they deserve. Created in 1986, we are a community-based non-profit currently operating in Contra Costa, Solano, Sacramento, and Marin counties. In 2025 our compassionate teams helped 3,994 people secure or maintain their housing.

We believe a safe home and the opportunity to thrive are rights—not privileges. Every day, our teams have the honor of walking alongside families and individuals as they rebuild their lives. If you're looking for more than just a job—and you want to be the spark that ignites lasting change in your community—you'll find purpose here!

Work Location: Sacramento, CA

Employment Details: Full Time, Non Exempt role

Compensation: $26.78

About the Role:

• We are searching for a Maintenance Technician for our Permanent Supportive Housing Program, covering up to 4 locations in the Sacramento Market, 3 North and 1 South. This program provides 1 -bedroom apartments up to 100 participants. This role requires you to visit all 4 sites to conduct maintenance activities, must have a pick-up truck to carry any materials and must have a construction background.

What You'll Do:

• Property and Facility Standards
• Ensures that the property is maintained physically to meet the standards set by REAC, HUD and the organization. This is achieved by following procedures established by SHELTER, Inc. and working with vendors, contractors, and property specialist to perform or complete any necessary work.
• Maintain basic knowledge in all building repair including; electrical, HVAC, plumbing, and carpentry work.
• Perform the following (including but not limited to): minor repairs to building appliances and fixtures, repair and change locks, replace floor tile, clear clogged drains, repair or replace plumbing fixtures, patch holes in walls, clean unit interiors, perform miscellaneous carpentry repairs, perform minor masonry duties, interior and exterior painting, build or repair fences, install window coverings, install carpet, install major appliances and light fixtures.
• Abides by, suggests any safety procedures.
• Ensures all vacant unit turnover procedures are followed; that turnovers are accomplished in a timeframe and manner consistent with the organization's standards and the property's budgetary goals and limitations.
• Prepares written recommendations for physical repairs and/or replacements and provide to supervisor.
• Walk the community grounds daily. Maintain good curb appeal, including landscaping.
• Inspect the property on a regular basis for safety hazards, property damage and needed repairs.
• Handle any emergency that may arise on the property following steadfast policies and procedures.

Resident and Tenant Relations:

• Promote and foster harmonious relations among residents, tenants, vendors, and the community promptly and professionally as needs/issues arise
• Ability to interact with residents and tenants and handle complaints with reasonable discretion.

What You'll Bring:

• 2+ years experience performing building maintenance including repairs, carpentry, minor electrical, minor plumbing, painting, refurbishing, cleaning, heating.
• Working knowledge of building maintenance systems.
• Must have basic knowledge of Landlord/Tenant Laws, Fair Housing Laws, ADA.
• Basic understanding of habitability issues and REAC inspection training is highly desired

Key Proficiencies You'll Need:

• This position requires frequent driving. A valid California driver license, reliable personal vehicle, current personal auto insurance as required by law.
• Must successfully pass a criminal background check
• Must provide TB test clearance

Position Requirements:

• This position requires frequent driving. A valid California driver license, reliable personal vehicle, current personal auto insurance as required by law.
• Must successfully pass a criminal background check
• Must provide TB test clearance

What We Offer:

• 18 days of Paid Time Off
• 15 paid holidays, including your birthday!
• 100% paid medical insurance (Kaiser, Anthem Blue Cross), dental, vision for employees, 50% for your dependents.
• 100% paid Group Term Life insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Long-term disability insurance
• Up to $3,000 Tuition Reimbursement a year
• 403b with SHELTER Inc., matching contribution
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Discount Marketplace
• Internal growth opportunities

We Value Diversity:

SHELTER, Inc., is an equal opportunity employer. We believe diverse perspectives drive innovation and lead to better outcomes for the communities we serve. We strongly encourage applications from individuals with varied backgrounds, identities, and lived experiences.

Notice: This description is a guide only. Upon hire, you will receive a formal job description.