Maintenance Technician

About PLN

Founded on Skid Row in 1980, Para Los Niños (PLN) partners with more than 10,000 children, youth, and families each year through integrated education, wellness supports and advocacy, addressing individual and systemic barriers to create pathways to success. In addition to operating early education centers, charter elementary and middle schools, youth workforce development sites and family services, PLN is the only children's mental health provider in the Skid Row neighborhood. PLN's community transformation work brings together community members, community-based organizations, city and county agencies, elected officials, and businesses to tackle issues that impact PLN families. Ninety-three percent of families served by PLN live in areas with the highest levels of food insecurity and homelessness in L.A. County.

Position Overview


Maintenance technicians will work independently and with other Facilities Services and Operations Group personnel to perform preventative, predictive, and routine maintenance tasks. They will troubleshoot issues, repair failures of facilities equipment, and ensure maximum building, cleanliness, efficiency and effectiveness. All tasks will be performed while supporting the policies, goals, and objectives of PLN.


Duties

• Performs skilled and semi-skilled maintenance activities depending upon area of assignment including performing basic trade activities such as electrical, plumbing and carpentry work.
• Interacts professionally with the teachers, staff and clients; maintains effective working relationships and works in cooperation with the Operations team to effectively meet departmental objectives.
• Responsible for the maintenance of the facilities and equipment, including work pertaining to buildings and grounds upkeep, utilities and security/fire alarms.
• Maintains minor maintenance on facilities mechanical and electrical systems while working in concert with contracted vendors for heavy repairs of same.
• Performs painting, carpentry, and masonry work.
• Performs minor plumbing maintenance (e.g. replacement or repair of leaks in drains and faucets, unclogging of drains, restrooms and urinals, replacing hoses, etc.).
• Reconfigures, installs, positions, and remounts office space and furniture to accommodate user's needs and maximize office and classroom space.
• Processes maintenance/equipment repair work orders assigned by Supervisor.
• Reports completed work assignments to Supervisor.
• Operates services, adjusts and makes minor repairs to power equipment, including cordless drills, circular saws, and vacuum cleaners.
• Orders/purchases supplies and equipment as needed and directed with prior appropriate approvals.
• Prepares records related to the work performed and materials and supplies used.
• Will perform a variety of field maintenance tasks, depending upon experience and level of certification including troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, installation and repairs.
• Conducts periodic building inspections at all Para Los Niños (PLN) facilities as required by OSHA and other governing bodies and report deficiencies/ repairs needs to Supervisor.
• Inspects fire and security alarms to ensure safety and proper operating conditions at all times.
• Drives agency vehicles to perform assigned tasks.
• Adheres to and enforces safety regulations.
• Must work emergency overtime and weekends as required.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Characteristics

• Minimum two years of skilled or semi-skilled facility repair or handy person maintenance experience.
• Must be flexible and work well with people.
• Participates in and supports overall agency compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, including safety and operational standards.
• Strong written and oral communication skills in English and Spanish are required, and we celebrate linguistic diversity, valuing the unique perspectives and strengths that multilingual team members bring to our organization.
• Utilizes Microsoft Office Suite and other business systems to perform daily administrative functions, including data entry, document management, and professional correspondence.
• Travel Requirements: 100% within Los Angeles County requiring a valid driver's license (to drive a company vehicle).

Physical Requirements

To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to carry out all essential duties. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Approximately 10% of time is spent sitting (primarily during driving, meetings, or training); the majority of time is spent standing, walking, bending, and performing active physical work.
• Frequently required to stand, walk, climb ladders, stretch, and perform hands-on repair work.
• Regularly required to kneel, crouch, crawl, and perform overhead work.
• Must be able to speak and hear clearly and have sufficient vision to safely perform job duties.
• Must be able to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds without assistance.
• TB test clearance required (renewed every two years).
• Verification of immunizations required by the California Department of Public Health (Pertussis, Measles, Influenza).

This job description does not encompass all essential functions and responsibilities. Para Los Niños reserves the right to modify or add to the typical duties of a position at any time.


Expectations for All Para Los Niños Staff

Candidates for employment at Para Los Niños, regardless of position, will consistently demonstrate the following:

• Unwavering belief in and commitment to fulfill the mission of Para Los Niños.
• Deep commitment to the success of all PLN students and families.
• Commitment to excellence and high standards -- for self, students, and colleagues.
• Continuous learning by engaging in reflection, self-assessment, and individual professional development.
• Use of data to inform decisions and drive continuous improvement.
• Ability to thrive as a member of a collaborative team.
• Self-motivation and initiative with solutions-oriented disposition.
• Belief in and ability to develop respectful relationships with families and children informed by the students' cultural and socioeconomic characteristics.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to effectively handle challenging situations.
• Comfort with basic Microsoft Office applications and a curiosity and propensity to push own adoption of new technology and approaches.
• Regular, punctual attendance and professional appearance.

Para Los Niños is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

It is the established policy of Para Los Niños (PLN) to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without discrimination with regard to race, religious belief (including dress or grooming practices), color, sex, sex stereotype, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions (including breast feeding), age, national origin (including possessing a driver's license issued under Vehicle Code § 12801.9), ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identification and expression, transgender status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic characteristics, genetic information, family care, marital status, enrollment in any public assistance program, status as military, a veteran or qualified disabled veteran, status as an unpaid intern or volunteer, or any other classification protected by law. PLN also prohibits discrimination based on the perception that anyone has any of those characteristics or is associated with a person who has or is perceived as having any of those characteristics.