Maintenance Technician - Fairfax

About Swords to Plowshares

Founded in 1974, Swords to Plowshares is a community-based not-for-profit organization that provides counseling and case management, employment and training, housing, and legal assistance to veterans in the San Francisco Bay Area. We promote and protect the rights of veterans through advocacy, public education, and partnerships with local, state, and national entities. Believing that war causes wounds and suffering that last beyond the battlefield, our mission is to support veterans as they navigate the challenges of post-military life, and to prevent and end veteran homelessness through wrap-around care and informed advocacy. To learn more about Swords to Plowshares, please visit our website at .

Job Title: Maintenance Technician

Location: Fairfax Hotel 420 Eddy Street San Francisco, CA 94109

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM

Reporting Type: In-person

Employment Type: Non-exempt Full-time

Salary Range: $26.78 Hourly

Summary:

We are seeking qualified applicants for the position of Maintenance Technician. This is a full-time, nonexempt position under the supervision of the Facility Director, Facilities Manager and Property Manager.

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for ongoing maintenance, repairs, and preventive maintenance of residential units, offices, and common areas. Duties include plumbing, electrical, painting, carpentry, appliances, and general building repairs.

The position is responsible for opening, updating, and closing work orders in the RealPage system, including documenting completed work. Duties also include unit make-ready and turnover, preparing vacant units for occupancy, and completing annual unit inspections and related work orders.

The Maintenance Technician will respond to after-hours, weekend, and emergency maintenance requests and may be required to perform work at other properties owned or managed by Swords to Plowshares.

Responsibilities:

Maintenance Duties for STP Properties

Plumbing: Unclog sinks, toilets, showers, and tubs; repair or replace toilets and faucets.

Electrical: Repair or replace broken switches and plugs; replace smoke detectors.

Carpentry: Repair or replace damaged wood trim; ensure doors and windows are operable (including sash cords); repair or replace door and window hardware.

Glazing: Replace broken glass in doors and windows.

Painting: Perform interior and exterior painting.

Drywall Repair: Repair damaged drywall as needed.

Unit Turnaround Overflow: Assist with turnover tasks for unit occupancy readiness.

Work Order Management: Process and complete maintenance work orders efficiently.

Supply Management: Assess materials and supplies needed; submit purchase requests or procure supplies as necessary.

Additional Responsibilities

Assist janitorial staff with large-scale projects and cover for short-term absences.

Handle other tasks as assigned, such as moving furniture, cleaning up water spills, and maintaining grounds.

Complete daily work reports to document completed tasks.

Provide maintenance support at other STP properties as needed.

Attend Property Management and All-Staff meetings and required training sessions.

Desired Qualifications:

Experience:

At least 4 years of experience in maintenance within a multi-unit property management environment.

Fluency in English and ability to effectively read, write, and communicate in English with staff, clients, and external partners and stakeholders.

Comprehensive Benefits Package:

Employees who are regularly scheduled to work 20 hours or more per week are eligible for all benefits.

• 100% employers sponsored medical, vision, acupuncture, and dental coverage. Swords to Plowshares covers partial dependent coverage cost. (Agency paid annual medical deductible paid via Navia HRA Card)
• Employee Assistance Program: 20 mental health counseling appointments available to all employees, regardless of Full-time status, at no cost to employees.
• 403(b) retirement plan immediate enrollment
• Generous annual paid time off

Ø 10 sick days

Ø 13 holidays

Ø 17 vacation days in the first year & progressive afterwards

• Access to third party legal benefits, employee discount program, pet insurance, and Commuter Benefit.
• 1-hour paid lunch period, professional development reimbursements, and annual education allowance available to all employees.

*Employees who work on-call, in a temporary position, or less than 20 hours per week regularly are only eligible for our Employee Assistance Program, paid lunch hour, and San Francisco sick time. Vacation and sick time are pro-rated based upon full-time equivalent percentage.

Organizational Values Statement of Intent:

Swords to Plowshares is fully committed to the ongoing work of upholding our values and fostering a supportive culture for all staff and veteran clients. For us, this is a process and not a destination. We embrace the principles of cultural humility to create spaces where all people feel welcome, heard, and valued.

We stand against injustice and discrimination of all kinds. We understand that the veteran community encompasses a multitude of identities, and we believe that our staff and board should as well. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

At Swords to Plowshares, we believe in creating an inclusive and welcoming environment for all. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or status as a protected veteran. We are committed to compliance with all state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.

We are dedicated to affirmative action and providing equal employment opportunities for everyone. We strive to ensure that all individuals—regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status—are treated fairly and have access to the same opportunities in alignment with federal regulations (Executive Order 11246, Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974).

If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us at employeesupport@stp-sf.org. We’re here to help.