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# Facilities Technician at Berkshire Hathaway Homestate Companies

- **Company:** Berkshire Hathaway Homestate Companies
- **Location:** San Francisco, CA
- **Compensation:** $24–$29/hr
- **Work type:** onsite
- **Posted:** 2026-10-29
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-10-30
- **Apply:** https://jobs.lever.co/bhhc/96e68ac6-27fb-45d6-9f95-aeb1d4093891

## Job description

## BASIC FUNCTION

The Facilities Technician provides essential facilities-related support to a Company office location. This individual is responsible for the general upkeep of the office, coordinating and overseeing vendor/contractor performance when appropriate, and assisting with maintaining a secure and safe environment.

## ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES

- Prepares requisitions, stocks, and maintains kitchen, coffee, and office supplies in common areas in a timely manner, while optimizing storage.
- Maintains supply inventory.
- Obtains approvals for and coordinates the delivery of company-approved specialty orders as necessary.
- Provides office support and coordination, including preparing conference rooms, training rooms, events, and meetings, involving the placement and proper handling of furniture and equipment.
- Coordinates the placement of new hires, temporary workers, contractors, and relocations with Information Technology and Human Resources for timely execution, ensuring Company seating protocol is maintained.
- Ensures visitors have access to workstations and are provided with security access cards as appropriate.
- Performs regular audits of facilities, and provides recommendations for resolution of substandard issues or discrepancies. Counsels with the Facilities Manager to ensure compliance with office leases and/or rules and regulations.
- Responsible for all basic maintenance of the office facility, including office housekeeping, sanitation, and cleanliness. Performs minor repairs, and moves furniture when necessary.
- Responds to internal service requests via the Service Desk, and coordinates with Building Services regarding HVAC, lights, kitchenettes and restrooms (plumbing, cleaning, and repair), general and specific janitorial needs, and spot carpet cleaning utilizing building
- Accompanies and oversees vendor personnel engaged in the installation, repair, and maintenance of equipment, and ensures final results meet business requirements.
- Coordinates contractor use of freight/docks with Property Management.
- Reviews and ensures the accuracy of vendor work orders pertaining to facility activities, and ensures information is accurate and complete. This position does not have the authority for payment.
- Participates in safety management training and procedures, including the coordination of floor wardens.
- Ensures first aid and disaster recovery supplies are monitored and replenished as needed.
- Responds promptly to reported emergencies in a critical manner, adhering to established company disaster protocols.
- Assists with the review of employee self-evaluation ergonomic assessments, and coordinates the purchase of specialty equipment with Human Resources.
- Performs other projects as assigned.

## COMPETENCIES

- COMMUNICATION – Promptly responds to internal service requests and other inquiries from Company employees. Communicates effectively with vendors/contractors when needed to ensure that agreement terms and contracted work meet business requirements and expectations.
- DRIVE/ENERGY & INITIATIVE – Demonstrates a hard-working attitude and maintains a high level of energy for sustained periods, in order to timely address service requests and observed issues. Takes initiative to correct substandard issues without being asked, and promptly involves internal and/or external parties as needed to resolve issues beyond own authority or capability.
- FUNCTIONAL/TECHNICAL EXPERTISE – Develops and maintains an understanding of Company protocols and procedures relating to facility maintenance. Demonstrates the technical know-how needed to perform minor repairs.
- ORGANIZING & PLANNING – Effectively manages multiple tasks, prioritizing those that are most critical and/or time-sensitive and reassessing priorities throughout the day. Effectively utilizes internal tools and resources to keep track of task progress. Plans ahead to ensure coordination of new hires, vendors/contractors, etc. is completed on or before deadlines.
- WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

- PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit at a desk entering information into a computer and reading information presented on a computer monitor and on paper. The employee is regularly required to use hands for various projects and responsibilities and is also regularly required to talk and hear on the telephone and in direct conversation. The employee will frequently walk, stand, and bend. The employee will frequently lift and move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and move up to 50 pounds.

## QUALIFICATIONS

- EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE – Minimum of high school diploma, or equivalent certificate, required. Minimum of 1 year related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience, preferred.
- LANGUAGE SKILLS – Able to read and interpret technical procedures and building rules and regulations. Able to write reports and business correspondence. Able to communicate effectively with colleagues.
- MATH SKILLS – Able to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Able to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to raw and interpret bar graphs.
- REASONING SKILLS – Able to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Able to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
- TECHNICAL SKILLS – To perform this job successfully, an individual must have familiarity with basic hand tools to complete minor office and kitchen-related repairs and familiarity with workstation parts and structures.
- COMPUTER SKILLS – To perform this job successfully, an individual must demonstrate basic technical competencies in the use of computers, standard business applications, and Microsoft Office/365 applications and be able to master and become proficient in proprietary and vended software programs.
- CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES – None required.

## ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

I have read and understand the job description as stated above, and understand that any of the duties may be modified or changed. I accept responsibility for knowing the modifications and/or changes in this job description. I am able to perform the essential functions of this job as listed above, with or without reasonable accommodation. I understand that it is my responsibility to inform my supervisor or Human Resources should I be unable to perform the essential functions of my job at any time.

## About Berkshire Hathaway Homestate Companies

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: A group of six property & casualty and workers compensation insurance carriers backed by Berkshire Hathaway, offering commercial insurance products nationwide.
- **Entity Type**: Private (subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway)
- **Headquarters**: Omaha, Nebraska, USA
- **Founded**: Over 50 years ago (originated as eight regional insurance companies; now a national group)
- **Founders**: Not publicly available (part of Berkshire Hathaway group)

## Core Business
- Primary industry: Insurance – Workers Compensation, Property & Casualty (Commercial Auto, Commercial Property)
- Target customers: Businesses (B2B, SMB to Enterprise) seeking workers compensation and commercial property & casualty coverage
- Mission/purpose: “Deliver on our mission and demonstrate that people are what power our success” – with a focus on financial strength, compassionate care for injured workers, and lasting relationships with agents and customers [bhhc.com](https://bhhc.com/about/)

## Products & Services
- **Workers Compensation**: Core line – dedicated to providing compassionate care to injured workers and exceptional service to employers [bhhc.com](https://bhhc.com/careers-at-bhhc/wc-careers/our-culture/)
- **Commercial Auto**: Insurance for business vehicles
- **Commercial Property**: Protection for commercial buildings and contents

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not applicable (private subsidiary)
- **Key Metric**: 7.4% premium growth in a challenging market (2026); AM Best financial strength rating of A++ (Superior) as of March 30, 2026 [bhhc.com](https://bhhc.com/about/)
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Backed by Berkshire Hathaway (including Berkshire Hathaway insurance group)
- **Growth Signals**: Expanded from regional to national footprint; operates six underwriting companies; maintains top-tier AM Best rating; continues to invest in local underwriting presence across multiple U.S. offices [bhhc.com](https://bhhc.com/about/)

## Competitive Advantages
- Financial strength and stability from Berkshire Hathaway ownership, reflected in AM Best’s highest rating (A++ Superior)
- Long history (50+ years) of underwriting discipline and service
- Local underwriting presence with personalized service, combined with the resources of a global conglomerate
- Strong culture of integrity, collaboration, and continuous improvement

## Strategic Focus
- Continuing disciplined underwriting over volume growth
- Expanding national reach while maintaining local touch
- Investing in technology and people to improve customer and employee experience
- Navigating headwinds in primary insurance markets with a focus on long-term value

## Why Work Here
- **Culture**: “Approachable and collaborative atmosphere” with emphasis on diversity, inclusion, and authenticity. Values include respect, accountability, innovation, and teamwork [bhhc.com](https://bhhc.com/about/)
- **Work Model**: Remote and hybrid options available – many roles posted as “Remote — Exempt” across multiple locations (Bay Area, San Diego, Plano, Alpharetta) [jobs.lever.co](https://jobs.lever.co/bhhc)
- **Benefits**: Comprehensive health (medical, dental, vision), disability, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, paid holidays, vacation/sick time, employee discounts, wellness program, and more [bhhc.com](https://bhhc.com/careers-at-bhhc/)
- **Learning & Growth**: Digital learning platform, leadership development programs, tuition reimbursement for eligible programs, professional certifications
- **Office Locations**: 12+ offices across U.S. including Omaha (HQ), San Francisco, Pasadena, Denver, Plano, Sacramento, San Diego, Atlanta (Alpharetta), St. Louis (Clayton), Henderson, Horsham, Walnut Creek [bhhc.com](https://bhhc.com/careers-at-bhhc/)

## Sources
1. [BHHC About Page](https://bhhc.com/about/)
2. [BHHC Careers Overview](https://bhhc.com/careers-at-bhhc/)
3. [BHHC Workers Compensation Culture](https://bhhc.com/careers-at-bhhc/wc-careers/our-culture/)
4. [BHHC Lever Job Postings](https://jobs.lever.co/bhhc)
5. [BHHC Homepage (financial strength info)](https://bhhc.com/?order=title&sort=asc)

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