Floating Maintenance Technician-Porter at Santa Monica, CA

Floating Maintenance Technician-Porter Job Description

The Floating Maintenance Technician-Porter provides hands-on maintenance support across three communities as needed to ensure properties remain safe, compliant, and well-maintained. This role is responsible for performing preventative and corrective maintenance, responding to work orders, supporting site teams during vacancies or high demand periods, and assisting with inspections and special projects. The Floating Maintenance Technician must be adaptable, highly skilled, and able to work independently while maintaining consistent company standards across all assigned locations.

What we Offer:

• Salary: $27.00 to $29.00 per hour
• Rent Free 1 Bedroom Apt, to live at Ocean Breeze
• Will support our Ocean Breeze, Main st and Central Ave Apts
• On-call for after-hours emergencies
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and 401k with employer match
• Paid vacation and 15 paid company holidays
• Full time: 40 hours per week
• Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8-5pm onsite, and on call as needed for emergencies

Floating Maintenance Technician-Porter Job Duties:

• Inspects property and equipment daily to determine need and extent of service, equipment required, type and number of operation and maintenance personnel needed.

• Respond to service requests on a first in, first out, (except in the case of an emergency) and in accordance with Fair Housing guidelines. Document to accurately describe work done, parts used, disposition and time spent.

• Implementation and supervision of Preventative Maintenance program.

• Review and update quarterly, semi-annual and annual preventative maintenance schedule to include changing HVAC filters, fire detector batteries, other types of safety devices, cleaning gutters, and inspecting for leaks.

• Completes and submits a monthly property safety inspection report to the Resident Manager.

• Assist with turnover of apartments as requested by Resident Manager to include duties such as maintenance, repair, or renovation and obtains bids for additional work from outside contractors.

• Directs contracted projects to verify adherence to specifications.

• Purchases and maintain records of building and maintenance supplies, machinery, equipment, and furniture.

• Utilize safety equipment as applicable (i.e. back support devices, eye protection, gloves, masks, etc.)

• Compiles records of labor and material cost for operating building and issues cost reports to owner or managing agents.

• Assembles and analyzes contract bids and submits bids and recommendations to superiors for action.

• Respond to emergency calls, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Overtime may be required.

• Provide emergency on-call services on a rotating basis with other maintenance staff. Overtime may be required.

• If you are unavailable for emergency calls at any time due to vacation or any other personal reason, it is required that you plan with the Service Technician at a sister property to be on call for you, and to notify your Supervisor and the Manager of the sister property of the arrangement.

• Support office staff in efforts of safety and security of the property.

• Keep Maintenance Shop neat and organized. Maintain company tools, equipment and other items in a satisfactory condition.

• Meet and be personable and professional with community residents.

• Effectively assess a situation which may require assistance or specialized equipment and respond appropriately in serious or emergency situations.

• Communicate effectively with Property Manager daily to ensure all objectives are met and property is up to company standards.

• Communicate with Property Manager regarding suppliers or vendors to ensure safe and efficient operation of property maintenance.

• Trouble-shoot and diagnose and correct heating and air conditioning, and appliances problems.

• Must be able to diagnose and repair equipment or appliances, which are not clearly seen or reached under counters, on ceiling etc.

• Re-key locks and cut keys.

• Repair electrical and plumbing problems.

• Provide carpentry and sheet rock repairs.

• Fix problem with cleanliness of property including trash and hallways.

• Assist in monitoring maintenance, inventory, parts, cleaning supplies and placing replacement orders.

• Can use power machinery properly and safely.

• Driving to local areas when necessary.

• Keep cellular telephone on at all times during working hours and while on call.

• Know property rules and regulations and inform Property Manager of non-compliance.

• Is not authorized to sign any forms, applications or any documents on behalf of WSH Management Company or WSH Partnership or any affiliated companies.

• Assist in keeping premises of apartment community in clean and orderly condition by performing some janitorial tasks as requested.

• Daily review of all emails and respond as necessary within 24 hours.

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

• Carries out additional responsibilities as needed to support department and company objective

• This is a floating position intended to provide support at various properties at Ocean Breeze, Central Ave, and Main Street.

• Scheduled hours are not guaranteed and may fluctuate depending on staffing coverage, property needs, and special projects.

• Employees in this position are expected to remain flexible regarding work location and availability.

Abilities:

• Effectively prioritize multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
• Strong communication and negotiating skills; ability to build and maintain strong vendor relationships.
• Strong analytical skills for data validation, issue identification, and resolution.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain technical issues to non-technical staff.
• Demonstrate ability to apply principles of logical thinking to define problems, collect pertinent data, establish facts, draw valid conclusions and initiate appropriate course of action.
• Effectively convey ideas, images and goals to a diverse group of personalities.
• Exercise professional behavioral interpersonal skills.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
• Possess proficiency of the English language, including the ability to understand and communicate effectively with other employees, customers and vendors who only speak English as necessary to perform essential job duties.
• Competence in personal computer skills, keyboard, internet search, math, Microsoft Office Suite/Office 365 including Word, Excel and Outlook as well as Yardi Property Management Software.
• Participate in training to comply with new projects, programs or existing laws.
• Be able to work evenings and weekends on call as needed.
• Present self in a neat, clean and professional manner at all times throughout the workday and/or whenever present at the community or representing the community.
• May require evening, weekend, holiday hours or overtime based on company needs.
• Comply with expectations in accordance with the Employee Handbook

Floating Maintenance Technician-Porter Qualifications:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with diverse community members, as well as management and local authorities.
• Ability to remain calm and composed in high-stress situations and demonstrate problem-solving and conflict resolution skills.
• Competence in the operation of telephone, business calculator, copy machine, facsimile, personal computer/keyboard, Microsoft Office including Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Must possess a valid Driver's License, reliable transportation and current auto insurance coverage as this position may require some driving for company business.
• Possess proficiency of the English language, including the ability to understand and communicate effectively with other employees, customers and vendors who only speak English as necessary to perform essential job duties.
• Candidate will be required to pass a background and drug screening. (A conviction will not necessarily disqualify you from employment with WSH Management.
• Only qualified candidates will be contacted.

About Us:

Join a Team That Makes a Difference – WSH Management

For over 25 years, WSH Management has been a trusted leader in managing senior and multifamily apartment communities across California. With deep expertise in both affordable and market-rate housing, we proudly manage more than 80 communities and support a team of over 200 dedicated employees — and we’re still growing.

At WSH, we believe that great people make great communities. That’s why we invest in our team through comprehensive training, clear growth opportunities, and a workplace culture built on respect and collaboration. We were honored to receive the 2024 Employee Choice Award, and we’re committed to keeping that momentum going.

If you're passionate about service, teamwork, and personal development — we’d love to welcome you to our team.

WSH Management is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.