Maintenance Lead, Maintenance Technician ​/ Mechanic, Building Maintenance

Job Details —

Job Location:

Julian Street Inn - San Jose, CA 95110;
Position Type:
Full Time;
Education Level: 2 Year Degree;
Salary Range: $33.49 - $50.24 Hourly;
Travel Percentage:
Up to 50%;
Job Shift: Day

Life Moves is the largest provider of interim housing in Silicon Valley and a leader in innovative, compassionate solutions to homelessness. Our mission is to help individuals and families experiencing homelessness regain stability and self-sufficiency through housing, services, and community partnerships. Serving thousands of people (6700+) each year (families, individuals, veterans) across multiple sites (26+), Life Moves is committed to dignity, equity, and measurable impact as we work to solve homelessness in Silicon Valley.

The Maintenance Lead is an advanced-level technician and regional support specialist responsible for complex repairs, site quality control, and strategic maintenance initiatives across multiple Life Moves facilities. In addition to performing high-level maintenance work, this role supports new site readiness, conducts site audits, strengthens preventative maintenance programs, and ensures compliance with safety and accessibility standards. This position serves as a technical leader and mentor to Maintenance Specialists, while acting as a key resource for specialized repairs, facility improvements, and operational consistency across sites.

• Execute complex repairs and specialized work such as unit turnovers, FRP installation, tile work, epoxy flooring, gate systems, and structural repairs.
• Diagnose recurring or systemic facility issues and implement long-term solutions.

• Support new site openings, transitions, and facility upgrades, including punch list completion and site readiness.
• Lead or assist with beautification and facility improvement projects to maintain Life Moves standards.
• Provide rapid-response support for high-priority or complex maintenance issues across sites.

• Conduct site audits to evaluate maintenance quality, safety conditions, and overall facility standards.
• Identify deficiencies and implement corrective action plans in coordination with Maintenance Leads.
• Monitor consistency in repair quality, cleanliness, and preventative maintenance practices across locations.

• Assist in ensuring compliance with OSHA, ADA, and Life Safety standard as well as Life Moves partners such as city and county inspections, VA inspections, etc.
• Serve as a safety liaison, supporting hazard identification, mitigation, and documentation.
• Support fire/life safety systems, inspections, and readiness efforts across sites.

• Perform and support preventative maintenance activities such as hydro-flushing, system checks, and equipment servicing.
• Assist in developing and implementing preventative maintenance standards across sites.
• Support maintenance of gates, access systems, and building infrastructure.

• Support FMX system accuracy, including work order documentation, asset tracking, and reporting.
• Assist with equipment and inventory audits, ensuring tools and materials are tracked and maintained.
• Recommend improvements to inventory systems and maintenance workflows.

• Train and mentor Maintenance Specialists, providing hands‑on guidance and technical support.
• Promote best practices in safety, efficiency, and quality workmanship.
• Collaborate with Maintenance Leads to support team development and performance improvement.

• Assist with turnovers and routine…