Maintenance Lead

About LifeMoves

LifeMoves 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+), LifeMoves is committed to dignity, equity, and measurable impact as we work to solve homelessness in Silicon Valley.

Position Summary

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 LifeMoves facilities.

Key Responsibilities

• 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 LifeMoves standards.
• Provide rapid-response support for high-priority or complex maintenance issues across sites.
• Cover site audits to evaluate maintenance quality, safety conditions, and overall facility standards.
• Identify deficiencies and implement corrective action plans in coordination with Maintenance Leads.
• Maintain consistency in repair quality, cleanliness, and preventative maintenance practices across locations.
• Aid in ensuring compliance with OSHA, ADA, and Life Safety standards as well as LifeMoves 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.
• Aid 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.
• Aid in 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.
• Aid in unit turnovers and routine inspections to assess condition and identify needed repairs.
• Aid in preparing units for re-occupancy, including patching, painting, cleaning, and setup.
• Coordinate with Maintenance Leads and site staff to ensure timely and high-quality turnover completion.
• Perform and support carpentry, flooring, and fixture repairs and replacements.
• Troubleshoot electrical systems including outlets, switches, fixtures, and appliances.
• Complete plumbing repairs including fixture replacement and clearing stoppages.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of maintenance or construction experience, with advanced technical capabilities.
• Demonstrated ability to handle complex repairs and multi-site support work.
• Proven leadership skills and ability to mentor and train team members.
• Strong understanding of building systems, safety standards, and compliance requirements.
• Experience with work order systems and inventory tracking.
• Valid CA driver’s license and proof of insurance.
• High school diploma or equivalent; trade certifications preferred.
• Experience with FRP installation, flooring systems (tile/epoxy), and gate/access systems.
• Familiarity with OSHA and ADA compliance requirements.
• Experience supporting new site openings or renovations.
• Certifications such as boom lift operation or safety training.

Preferred Skills & Experience

• Experience with FRP installation, flooring systems (tile/epoxy), and gate/access systems.
• Familiarity with OSHA and ADA compliance requirements.
• Experience supporting new site openings or renovations.
• Certifications such as boom lift operation or safety training.

Core Maintenance Responsibilities

• Aid in unit turnovers and routine inspections to assess condition and identify needed repairs.
• Aid in preparing units for re-occupancy, including patching, painting, cleaning, and setup.
• Coordinate with Maintenance Leads and site staff to ensure timely and high-quality turnover completion.
• Perform and support carpentry, flooring, and fixture repairs and replacements.
• Troubleshoot electrical systems including outlets, switches, fixtures, and appliances.
• Complete plumbing repairs including fixture replacement and clearing stoppages.