Maintenance Area Lead (Oceanside Region)

div class= content-intro p strong About MidPen /strong /p p At MidPen, we build communities that change lives. Since 1970, we have been committed to our mission: to provide safe, affordable housing of high quality to those in need; establish stability and opportunity in the lives of residents; and foster diverse communities that allow people from all ethnic, social, and economic backgrounds to live in dignity, harmony, and mutual respect. /p p We develop affordable housing, provide professional property management for all our communities, and coordinate robust onsite support programs that help residents thrive. We are active in 12 Northern California counties and have earned recognition as one of the nation’s leading non-profit developers and stewards of affordable housing. Our current portfolio of more than 130 properties is home to 20,000 working families, seniors, and people with special needs. We take pride in delivering affordable housing solutions, and we invite you to join us on a journey toward social, economic, and racial equity. /p p MidPen is, once again, proud to be certified as an official Great Place to Work® in 2025. /p /div p strong Maintenance Area Lead (Oceanside Region) /strong /p p strong Location: /strong oversee properties in the Oceanside Region /p p The Maintenance Area Lead provides hands-on maintenance support and operational leadership across multiple affordable housing communities within an assigned region. Working closely with the Regional Maintenance Supervisor (RMS), Property Management, and site teams, this role coordinates inspections, supports maintenance operations, oversees vendors, and performs a wide range of preventive and corrective maintenance activities. The Maintenance Area Lead provides coverage during staff absences, prepares vacant units for re-occupancy, ensures work orders and regulatory requirements are completed accurately, and helps maintain safe, clean, and well-maintained communities. This position also serves as a resource to on-site staff by promoting best practices, supporting preventive maintenance initiatives, and fostering high-quality service for residents. /p p strong Responsibilities: /strong /p div class= flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow div class= min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+ ]:mt-1 data-message-author-role= assistant data-message-id= 79876f90-85f9-420c-87c5-5159db3742ac data-message-model-slug= gpt-5-5 data-turn-start-message= true div class= flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden div class= markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full light markdown-new-styling ul data-start= 131 data-end= 1916 data-is-last-node= data-is-only-node= li data-section-id= h3c8jf data-start= 131 data-end= 256 Coordinates and assists in various inspections, including unit inspections, safety inspections, and pre-agency inspections. /li li data-section-id= 1onc1ia data-start= 257 data-end= 362 Assists property staff with planning and coordination of move-ins, move-outs, and upcoming inspections. /li li data-section-id= 11wlp1j data-start= 363 data-end= 535 Assists community staff and the Regional Maintenance Supervisor (RMS) in identifying, prioritizing, coordinating, and carrying out maintenance activities and work orders. /li li data-section-id= 1bfecx6 data-start= 536 data-end= 659 Performs maintenance duties at various properties and provides maintenance coverage during staff vacations and illnesses. /li li data-section-id= iw3q1p data-start= 660 data-end= 749 Supports and maintains inventory control of maintenance tools, equipment, and supplies. /li li data-section-id= 6jlngs data-start= 750 data-end= 893 Maintains, augments, or substitutes for property staff in cleaning common areas and maintaining curb appeal, including trash container areas. /li li data-section-id= gyho16 data-start= 894 data-end= 1046 Plans, coordinates, and assists with maintenance duties, including electrical, plumbing, glass, tile, lock, painting, grounds, and irrigation repairs. /li li data-section-id= xvocmb data-start= 1047 data-end= 1151 Supports site staff in ensuring work orders are accurately completed, closed, and properly documented. /li li data-section-id= 1x1mlvv data-start= 1152 data-end= 1288 Completes daily, weekly, and monthly ad hoc maintenance reports and assists site staff with utility routing and shutoff documentation. /li li data-section-id= 18x82c1 data-start= 1289 data-end= 1441 Coordinates and serves as a resource to site staff on fire and life safety items, inspections, preventive maintenance, training, and special projects. /li li data-section-id= ezwux7 data-start= 1442 data-end= 1562 Assists in preparing vacated units for re-occupancy by cleaning, painting, and servicing appliances and unit finishes. /li li data-section-id= wmb8ic data-start= 1563 data-end= 1751 Directs and oversees contractors and service providers, communicates recommendations for Preventative Maintenance program improvements, and provides input for Long Term Capital Planning. /li li data-section-id= uiu6vj data-start= 1752 data-end= 1916 data-is-last-node= Protects the safety of residents and staff by repairing, remediating, documenting, and communicating safety concerns, and performs other assignments as requested. /li /ul /div /div /div /div p strong Qualifications: /strong /p p To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the education, knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. /p p strong Education and Experience /strong /p ul li High School Diploma or GED and three years of experience with property maintenance, vocational trades, such as electrical, plumbing, etc. or an equivalent combination of education and experience /li li Must have three years of supervisory experience with demonstrated knowledge