Facilities Technician

SUMMARY:

The Maintenance Technician is a vital role responsible for ensuring the smooth operation and upkeep of all Gracelight Community Health facilities and programs. This includes buildings, equipment, and mobile trailers used for various healthcare initiatives. The successful candidate will be a hands-on, adaptable individual with a broad range of maintenance skills and a commitment to patient, customer and exceptional service.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Perform carpentry, plumbing, minor electrical work, painting, and general repairs to maintain facilities and equipment.
2. Oversee the relocation and setup of mobile healthcare trailers, ensuring proper functionality and safety.
3. Manage and prioritize daily work orders to meet deadlines and ensure all duties are completed efficiently and in a timely manner.
4. Maintain a safe and professional work environment, adhering to company policies and safety protocols.
5. Build and install workstations, storage units, and equipment as needed.
6. Handle minor construction projects, including, plumbing, electrical, and ceiling installations.
7. Maintain Gracelight vehicles and ensure their safety and functionality through regular logs.
8. Assist program managers with setting up and taking down event equipment.
9. Develop efficient work schedules to optimize time and minimize travel.
10. Assess the value of supplies and equipment to maximize their long-term benefit.
11. Respond to emergency maintenance calls and address issues promptly.
12. Work independently and use sound judgment in decision-making.
13. Handle painting projects and repairs for drywall, thermostats, and locks.
14. Be available on-call for emergencies.
15. Collaborate with external contractors and vendors for maintenance and repairs.
16. Assist with administrative tasks such as creating work orders and maintaining records.
17. Performs other duties, as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

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, skill, and ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. High school diploma or equivalent prefer.
2. Minimum three years of experience in maintenance facilities role.
3. Strong knowledge of plumbing, painting, and basic electrical work.
4. Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical manuals.
5. Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
6. Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
7. Ability to prioritize, manage time efficiently, and work independently.
8. Flexibility to work on-call and travel as needed.
9. Valid CA driver's license and active auto insurance required.
10. Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds occasionally.
11. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with occasional background noise.

PHYSICAL, ENVIRONMENTAL, AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

The physical, environmental, and mental requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Physical: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, and sit. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or sit. The employee is occasionally required to push/pull objects up to 50 lbs, and to lift/carry objects up to 25 lbs. Frequently required to perform moderately difficult manipulative tasks such as typing, writing, etc. The employee is occasionally required to ascend and descend stairs. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.
• Sensory: The employee is frequently required to read documents, written reports, and plans. Ability to compose routine reports and correspondence. Must be able to distinguish normal sounds with some background noise, as in answering the phone, interacting with staff, etc. Must be able to speak clearly and understand/be understood using the English language.
• Cognitive: The employee is frequently required to concentrate on moderate detail with constant interruption. Must be able to attend to a task/function for 20-45 minutes at a time. Frequently required to understand and relate to specific ideas, several at a time. Must be able to remember multiple tasks/assignments given to self and others over a period of several days. Must be able to to analyze information, problems, situations, practices, or procedures. Must be able to analyze complex technical data using qualitative and quantitative sources of information to formulate logical and objective conclusions and to recognize alternatives and their implications. Must be able to carry out instructions delivered in written, oral or in other daily situations that arise and deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Environmental: Frequent exposure to varied office and mixed (health center/office) environments. Occasional exposure to toxins and poisonous substances, dust, and loud noises.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to meet and receive a criminal records clearance, as required by Title XXII, other licensing regulations, and Gracelight practices.
• This position may require occasional driving for business purposes. A valid California driver's license, reliable personal vehicle, current personal auto insurance as required by law, and an MVR (Motor Vehicle Record) sufficient to obtain and reasonably maintain insurability under the agency's auto liability policies are essential job requirements.
• A personal cell phone with reliable service is required. If business use exceeds typical personal use, a stipend may be provided to cover a portion of the cell phone bill.
• While not initially required, the candidate may be encouraged to obtain and maintain First Aid and CPR certification, especially if involved in community outreach or events where such qualifications could be beneficial.