Facilities Maintenance Engineer 2 - Kensington Campus

Role: Facilities Maintenance Engineer II

Reports to: Facilities Maintenance Manager

Program: 3001- Lancaster Interim Housing


Department: Facilities

Location: Kensington Campus - 45244 32nd St West, Lancaster, CA 93536

Setting: 100% Onsite

Schedule: Sunday- Thursday, 8:00am-4:30pm

Status: Full-time/Non-Exempt/Non-Management

Benefits: Medical, Vision, Dental, Life Insurance, 403(b) Retirement plan, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), etc.

Openings: 1

Summary:

The Facilities Maintenance II worker is responsible for performing and scheduled maintenance of agency property. In addition, this position performs day-to-day maintenance and repair and will ensure that the agency operates a clean, safe, and well-maintained facilities that meet industry and funding source standards.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Complete repairs and facility rehabilitation, including interior and exterior facility grounds, buildings and equipment.
• Implement a system for cleaning, repair, and maintenance of facilities and ensure that all requests are completed within industry standards (24 hours for an emergency request and 7 days for a routine request)
• Implement a schedule of regular evaluation and preventative maintenance/repair tasks of the facilities ensuring the safety of the buildings from fire, flood, and other hazards.
• Review operation and condition of electrical, HVAC, plumbing, and other essential systems and equipment on a continuous basis to minimize unplanned downtime solve problems in a timely manner and identify areas in need of improvement.
• Maintain accurate records of the condition of systems, equipment in all buildings, and inspections; prepare monthly reports on facilities conditions, inspections, and work orders completed.
• Maintain inventory of supplies and tools.
• Assist with set-up and clean-up of major events and with the pick-up, loading, and unloading of supplies and donations.
• Communicate regularly with all members of the team, to ensure effective two- way communication concerning maintenance issues.
• Implement policies and procedures that affect the use of supplies, equipment, and maintenance.
• Perform janitorial duties as needed.

Qualifications:

• Minimum five (5) years' experience as a hands-on Facilities Maintenance worker in a commercial building, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Current, valid California Driver License with an acceptable driving record.
• Must have a reliable car with and provide proof of liability insurance.
• Able to accurately diagnose and correct problems with plumbing, electrical, and HVAC systems
• Able to perform routine commercial building maintenance tasks in a timely manner, including but not limited to light construction, structural repair, and scheduled preventative maintenance
• Computer literate.
• Effective interpersonal communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community
• Self-starter with the ability to stay ahead of the curve and thrive in a fast-paced work environment 8. Working knowledge of workplace safety and illness and injury prevention practices.

Work Environment:

• Primarily indoor office environment
• On occasion walk or drive to different local sites
• Regularly required to sit, stand, bend and occasionally lift or carry up to 40 pounds
• May necessitate working in busy and loud environments
• May be exposed to elements like cold, heat, dust, noise, and odor
• May need to bend, stoop, twist, and sit throughout the day

EXPECTED BEHAVIORS OF ALL STAFF

1. Act as a role model
2. Demonstrate a sense of responsibility
3. Continuously learn and improve
4. Acknowledge your own areas of improvement
5. Hear and provide honest, specific and direct feedback
6. Create an environment where everyone is welcomed valued and respected
7. Collaborate

Equal Opportunity Employer

The People Concern is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to non-discrimination in employment. We select the most qualified individual for the job based on job-related qualifications regardless of race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, disability, ancestry, marital status, credit history, sexual orientation, arrest and court record, genetic information, veteran status or any other status protected by federal, state or other applicable laws.

About the People Concern

The People Concern empowers the most vulnerable among us to rebuild their lives. One of Los Angeles County's largest social services agencies, The People Concern was formed in 2016 in a merger of two trusted social service organizations based in Los Angeles County, OPCC and Lamp Community. Informed by more than fifty-eight years of work in the community, The People Concern is a leading provider of, and advocate for, evidence-based solutions to the multi-faceted challenges inherent in homelessness and domestic violence.


With compassion and profound respect for those we serve, we provide a fully integrated system of care - including outreach, interim housing, mental and medical health care, substance abuse services, domestic violence services, life skills & wellness programs, and permanent supportive housing - tailored to the unique needs of homeless individuals, survivors of domestic violence, challenged youth, and others who have nowhere else to turn.


The People Concern's model of integrated and comprehensive care empowers our participants to navigate the multi-faceted obstacles in their lives, become their best selves, and ultimately, connect with and contribute to their communities.


Benefits & Perks

• Medical Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Retirement Planning (403b) & Matching
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation Days
• Paid Sick Days
• Employee Assistance Plans (EAP)
• TELUS Health
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Basic Life / Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D)
• Voluntary Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Voluntary Pet Insurance
• Corporate Discounts: Discounts on Hotels, Theme Parks, Concerts, Movies, Restaurants & More
• The People Concern University & Certificates