Assistant Maintenance

Maintenance Assistant IIReporting to a Maintenance Supervisor, the Maintenance Assistant II has responsibility for minor repairs and regular building and grounds maintenance for the assigned complex. This position requires the ability to work flexible hours, to work independently, and to lead teams on maintenance and repair tasks requiring multiple staff.Maintains the interior and exterior of assigned buildings, parking lots and grounds in good conditionPerforms minor building repairs: carpentry, plumbing, painting, refurbishing and cleaningAssists in major repairs as directed by Maintenance Supervisor or Lead Maintenance TechProactively inspects building to prevent maintenance issues, address small problems before they growFollows daily maintenance checklist provided by supervisor; Assures tools and supplies are stocked and appropriately secured in maintenance store rooms; maintains cleanliness and order of store roomsChecks buildings for any safety concerns; understands and carries out VOALA, federal and other governmental regulationsOther duties as assignedServices for this position must be provided on-site. As a result, the position requires incumbents to report to work on-site each day of active employment.Maintains the interior and exterior of assigned buildings, parking lots and grounds in good conditionPerforms minor repairs as assigned; may be called to lead a team on assigned repairs/maintenanceAssists in major repair projects as assignedKeeps tools and stock in good orderConducts regular inspections of assigned buildings and groundsDrives company vehicle as required for pick up and delivery of suppliesOther duties as required and may be subject to changeAs service providers to the underprivileged and vulnerable in our community, all employees are considered Mandated Reporters, and must report any instance of physical or sexual abuse to proper authorities.Must be able to pass a fingerprint clearance, background check, including criminal history, personal references, employment and education verificationsAbility to perform under circumstances of possible emotional stress and conflicts dealing with difficult, uncooperative, and potentially aggressive clients as VOALA serves the neediest of the needy in our programs which may include clients with homelessness, mental-illness, substance abuse, recently released from incarceration and other challenges.Current California driver's license and clean driving recordMinimum of 2 years of experience in facilities maintenance or constructionHigh School Diploma or GEDSome training in a Construction Trade specialty (plumbing, electrical, masonry, carpentry, HVAC, etc.)Bilingual (English and Spanish)Volunteers of America is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.This employer participates in E-Verify as required by the federal government and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment.