Facilities Technician

Job Description

Job Description

#BECOMEANALLYTODAY! $2500 Sign-on Incentive Award Applies

Full benefits package offered including 100% employer contribution to: Health - Kaiser or Anthem, Dental, Vision; 401k Retirement Plan with 50% employer match for the first 4% ; Employee Assistance Program, Professional Development, 12 paid holidays, sick leave, vacation, and 2 personal days for anniversary of employment and birthday.

FOR CONSIDERATION: Send cover letter and resume to humanresources @ alliesforeverychild .org

Full Benefits Package offered including:

• Competitive Pay
• 12 Holidays per calendar year
• 2 Personal Days - birthday and anniversary of employment
• 10 Vacation Days per year (increases with tenure)
• 10 Sick Leave Days per year
• 10 Jury Duty Days
• 100% Employer Contribution to: Health - Kaiser or Anthem, Dental, Vision
• 401k Retirement Plan with 50% employer match for the first 4%
• 100% Employer Paid Life and Accidental Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – for team members and dependents
• Additional benefits:
• • Pet Insurance
  • Supplemental Life Insurance
  • Discounts for movie tickets, amusement parks, travel, hotels, sporting events, shows, etc.
  • Initial and ongoing training and professional development opportunities
  • Opportunities for growth and advancement
  • Employee referral incentive - $1,500
  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness
  • Credit Union Membership

AGENCY OVERVIEW:

Every child needs a childhood. Allies for Every Child (Allies) exists to give at-risk children and children living in poverty the foundation they need to increase their life choices and lead fulfilling lives. For nearly 40 years, Allies has been providing thousands of at-risk children and their families with critical, high-quality child development and family wellness programs (including comprehensive early education and Early Head Start services), family strengthening interventions, foster care and adoption services, and a range of vital, integrated services, including mental health services, educational assessments, trauma and disabilities screenings/advocacy, nutrition services, dental and vision screenings, and pediatric health consultations. In 2024, Allies expanded its reach, serving even more children and youth in foster care and those transitioning to adulthood through Extraordinary Families, a program of Allies for Every Child.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Facilities Technician will assist with the completion of Early Education Center facility projects including general and corrective maintenance duties as well as support with general facilities needs at other Allies sites. Ensure the Early Care and Education Center is maintained according to safety, state and federal licensing guidelines.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodation(s) may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• May open buildings and grounds (including secure gates around the facilities) at the start of day
• Ensures all access points are locked at the end of the day
• Available to work weekends for projects, events, etc.
• Maintain facility grounds and common areas, ensures cleanliness of classrooms, bathrooms and all other spaces at the Early Care and Education Center
• Empty and dispose of trash throughout facility
• Scout and remove all trash and debris from parking areas around the facility
• Maintain cleanliness of the exterior garden areas, play yards and surrounding areas of site (parking lots walking paths etc.)
• Water and maintain grounds (including garden upkeep)
• Clean the facility as dictated by the cleaning schedule to include but limited to:
• bathrooms, classrooms, kitchen, offices, reception area, library and common areas
• Inspect sprinklers, fire extinguishers, and security alarm systems to ensure proper working conditions
• Inspect the facility daily for needed repairs and maintenance and report to supervisor
• Performs general maintenance projects, as assigned (through work order system), including installations and repairs involving plumbing and electrical equipment, carpentry work, painting, equipment repair, and outside landscaping maintenance
• Set-up and breakdown conference room requests; clean room as needed between use
• Understand health and safety regulations of the organization and work accordingly
• Respond to and complete work orders, ensuring quality of service
• Respond promptly to emergencies
• Make routine repairs as needed
• Regularly attend scheduled meetings with supervisor and complete supervision log
• Maintain the Allies vehicles (washing, safety checks and putting gas in them etc.)
• Evening and weekend work schedule hours required
• Staff must believe in and act in accordance with both the Agency's and the program's mission/vision statements, adopted theoretical frameworks, and philosophy
• In accordance with our "team" philosophy, the person filling this position may occasionally be required to carry out or assist with other tasks in addition to the duties listed in this job description.

QUALIFICATIONS & EDUCATION:

• High school diploma or GED
• At least 1-year previous facilities/general maintenance experience with emphasis on minor repair; gardening experience desired
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, vendors, and the general public
• All employees, regardless of position, serve as role models for children and adolescents who are served by our agency. 
• Fingerprint background clearance (DOJ, FBI & Child Abuse Clearance Index), or approved exemption
• Successful completion of pre-employment physical, PPD test/ risk assessment, proof of
• immunization for pertussis (Tdap), measles (MMR) and influenza (can decline)
• Access to reliable transportation required; if applicable, valid Driver License required

Allies for Every Child is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals and are committed to building a team that understands the communities we serve and maintains core values as an organization. All employment decisions at Allies for Every Child are based on individual merit, qualifications, and job-related requirements. We welcome candidates from varied backgrounds, including those whose personal or professional experiences enhance Allies’ ability to serve children and families effectively. The organization does not use demographic quotas or preferences in employment decisions.

Every child needs a childhood. Allies for Every Child (Allies) exists to give at-risk children and children living in poverty the foundation they need to increase their life choices and lead fulfilling lives. For nearly 40 years, Allies has been providing thousands of at-risk children and their families with critical, high-quality child development and family wellness programs (including comprehensive early education and Early Head Start services), family strengthening interventions, foster care and adoption services, and a range of vital, integrated services, including mental health services, educational assessments, trauma and disabilities screenings/advocacy, nutrition services, dental and vision screenings, and pediatric health consultations. In 2024, Allies expanded its reach, serving even more children and youth in foster care and those transitioning to adulthood through Extraordinary Families, a program of Allies for Every Child.

Company Description

Every child needs a childhood. Allies for Every Child (Allies) exists to give at-risk children and children living in poverty the foundation they need to increase their life choices and lead fulfilling lives. For nearly 40 years, Allies has been providing thousands of at-risk children and their families with critical, high-quality child development and family wellness programs (including comprehensive early education and Early Head Start services), family strengthening interventions, foster care and adoption services, and a range of vital, integrated services, including mental health services, educational assessments, trauma and disabilities screenings/advocacy, nutrition services, dental and vision screenings, and pediatric health consultations. In 2024, Allies expanded its reach, serving even more children and youth in foster care and those transitioning to adulthood through Extraordinary Families, a program of Allies for Every Child.