Maintanance Lead

Location: Del Mar, CA

Schedule

Full-Time
Monday – Friday, 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM

Pay

$27 – $32 per hour

About the Role

To ensure the safety, functionality, and longevity of our facilities and equipment through proactive maintenance, responsive service, and a commitment to excellence. We strive to support operational efficiency, minimize downtime, and create a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for all employees, customers, and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Respond to all routine and emergency service calls from the property manager.
• General cleaning with vacuum, mop, broom, floor scrubber, waxer, steam cleaner, high-pressure washer sprayer, and leaf blower.
• Painting of walls, bollards, back-flow preventers, and divots on slate in common areas and walkways.
• Repair door handles, locks (call locksmith), and hinges.
• Repair small areas of drywall (under 2 ft).
• Replace broken, stained, or misshapen ceiling tiles.
• Install and remove elevator pads.
• Check storm drains and remove debris.
• Organize storage rooms.
• Provide access to roof, MPOE, utility, electrical, and telephone rooms for vendors and/or tenants with permission from property manager.
• Check all vacancies for lights out, overall cleanliness; test plumbing fixtures and pour water down drains; clean windowsills and dust for cobwebs.
• Monthly fountain maintenance and pressure washing of public areas.

Plumbing

• Remove and replace urinal cartridges.
• Remove and replace batteries for auto-flush valves, repair and change auto-flush equipment, replace wax rings, and install new seats for sinks.
• Clear toilets and sinks by plunger and handheld auger only.
• Visually inspect hot water heaters for power, leaks, and adjust temperature.
• Perform miscellaneous plumbing tasks as needed by property manager.

Electrical

• Order and replace light bulbs around the building and parking structure.
• Check for broken fixtures and adjust lighting motion sensors.
• Visually check for tripped breakers and reset if needed.
• Perform miscellaneous electrical service as needed by property manager.

HVAC

• Adjust thermostats in tenant suites.
• Change batteries in parking structure thermostats.
• Adjust vents and troubleshoot HVAC issues; report findings to property manager for repairs.
• Perform quarterly preventative maintenance.

Grounds & Additional Maintenance

• Power wash all plaza grounds, compactor area, and vacuum all water.
• Power wash all walls at the plaza.
• Polish all handrails and clean all windows at the plaza.
• Assist with any current projects onsite with contractors.

Requirements

• Driver’s license is required.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in facility maintenance, preferably in a retail or commercial environment.
• High school graduate or equivalent; technical or vocational training in general maintenance, HVAC, electrical, or plumbing preferred.
• Proven ability to perform routine repairs, preventive maintenance, and emergency response across multiple locations.
• Familiarity with retail equipment such as lighting systems, shelving, refrigeration units, and point-of-sale infrastructure.
• Knowledge of basic carpentry, painting, plumbing, and electrical systems.
• Experience working with work order systems and maintenance tracking software.
• Understanding of OSHA safety standards and retail compliance requirements.
• Ability to work independently, multi-task, and interpret policies, procedures, and standard business practices.
• Demonstrate a sense of urgency and timeliness; must be open to feedback and differing opinions.
• Ability to handle challenging and emotionally charged situations with guests.
• Ability to speak, read, and comprehend the English language.
• Must be able to make decisions independently and stay firm on decisions made.

Skills

• Crew/team cooperation and safety-mindedness.
• Attention to detail.
• Experience working within a diverse work environment and customer service.
• Conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to mitigate and lead others to overcome challenges (Never Ever Give Up attitude).

Physical Demands

• Willingness to work in the elements—heat, wind, rain, etc.
• Ability to stand, walk, and run for extended periods of time (95–100% of shift).
• Ability to lift, push, and pull at least 75 pounds.
• Ability to bend, stoop, squat, and lift frequently throughout a shift.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with qualified disabilities to perform the essential duties/functions.