Maintenance Technician

Our employees are our greatest asset!

One of our proudest accomplishments as a Property Management company is the work environment we have created. This shows through the values we apply, our generous benefits and compensation package, and the fun we have together!

Pacific Capital Management has been focused on exceeding expectations for high-quality standards for decades. Our vision is simple, reward those who support us. Whether this is achieved through providing superior customer service renovating our older communities to the latest in energy efficiency and quality building craftsmanship or exercising flexibility when life presents unexpected changes – we treat everyone with respect, care, and commitment.

• $26–$28 per hour depending on experience plus the opportunity to earn quarterly bonuses based on property performance
• On‑site residency not required; however, rent discounts available based on property needs.
• Generous benefits including Medical, Dental, and Vision (company contribution above 90% of the cost for the employee)
• Long Term Disability Insurance and Life Insurance provided at no charge to the employee
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with up to a 4% match
• Generous amount of paid vacation
• 8 paid holidays and one paid floating holiday per year.
• Paid sick time
• Bonus opportunities
• Potential for reduced summer hours on Friday from Memorial Day – Labor Day

We are looking for a Maintenance Technician for a well‑maintained property with under 100 units. The Maintenance Technician is the primary person responsible for the ongoing maintenance of a multi‑million‑dollar multi‑family property. The position reports directly to the Community Manager and is responsible for the community's overall physical condition and value.

Primary responsibilities include maintaining the physical condition of the exterior of the property and the interior of vacant units, exercising cost controls when ordering maintenance supplies, maintaining management/vendor relations, occasionally training other maintenance technicians, and effectively running day‑to‑day operational maintenance.

• Respond to maintenance requests received by management from residents within 24 hours, noting maintenance directives
• Be on‑call for after‑hours and weekend emergency maintenance calls
• Repair lights, electrical, and plumbing (switches, outlets, circuit breakers, faucets, stopping clogs, replacement of fittings and fixtures, etc.)
• Paint the interior/exterior of buildings
• Perform carpentry work such as fitting doors, replacing shelves, sanding, and replacing hardware
• Change locks as required
• Inspect all units, buildings, and common areas, completing small repairs as needed
• Prepare vacant apartments for occupancy within 3 to 5 days
• Check physical security by ensuring storage areas and other entrances are locked and that there is adequate lighting in hallways, parking areas, and grounds
• Know the location of the water meter cutoff, all apartment/fixture cutoffs, gas meter cutoff, and the sewer clean‑outs
• Light pilot lights as needed or call the gas company for more complex gas problems
• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance
• Perform scheduled maintenance on all installed equipment based on the manufacturer's recommendations and operating manuals
• Adhere to safety, security, and maintenance policies, directives, and activities
• Order maintenance supplies with supervisor approval
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Maintenance Supervisor or on‑site Community Manager
• Attend meetings and seminars as directed by the Regional Manager

• Practice safe and efficient work techniques to minimize potential injuries and hazardous conditions
• Participate in safety meetings and inspections
• Ensure that equipment, materials, and work areas are kept neat and orderly

• Experience working in property maintenance (preferred)
• Knowledge and experience of interior/exterior painting
• Knowledge and experience of plumbing
• Basic electrical knowledge and experience (preferred)
• Must meet deadlines consistently
• Must possess a strong work ethic and integrity
• Must possess strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Must have a valid California driver's license and a clean driving record
• High school diploma or equivalent GED