Facilities and Maintenance Coordinator

Facilities And Maintenance Coordinator

Under the general supervision of the Facilities & Maintenance Supervisor, the Facilities and Maintenance Coordinator independently performs a wide range of facilities and maintenance repair and renovation work for SPY's 8 sites. This role is expected to collaborate with other members of the Operations team to perform necessary repairs, installations and facilities support functions; transport and store items and materials; make site purchases; coordinate with third party vendors; conduct janitorial services as needed; and perform other related facilities and systems support functions as assigned.

What You'll Do

• Light construction work, repairs, and building upgrades
• Turning units in housing programs, including painting, cleaning, and replacing furniture
• General janitorial support such as maintaining restroom, trash collection, clearing stoppages in toilets, sinks, and floor drains, and fixing/replacing soap dispensers, toilet seats, bathroom hardware, and water faucet washers
• Executing site installations such as fire extinguishers, bulletin boards, mailboxes, etc.
• Repairing/replacing window, door, and cabinetry hardware, and lighting fixtures.
• Performs janitorial tasks that include maintaining restrooms, trash collection, sweeping and mopping.
• Assembling furniture and office equipment; light building as needed.
• Driving SPY Van to transport materials, drop off donations, remove site trash, make purchase, etc.
• Other duties as assigned to support the mission of the organization.

Requirements

What You'll Need

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) is required.
• Bachelor's Degree in Maintenance Engineering is preferred.
• 1-2 years of experience as a facility maintenance coordinator or any similar role is required.
• 1-2 years of experience working with HVAC, plumbing, painting, carpentry and masonry is required.
• Candidates who have completed an apprenticeship is also a plus.
• Cultural Responsiveness.
• Ability to determine whether or not an item or fixture is repairable, and to estimate type and quantity of material needed for a project.
• Ability to accommodate a work schedule that varies according to operational needs and may include evening and occasional weekend hours
• Have the ability to stand, walk, lift, bend, reach, see, sit, and exercise mental concentration, carry, push, pull or otherwise move moderately heavy to heavy loads; walk long distances around campus; stoop, and squat; climb ladders.
• Strong verbal communication skills to receive and provide information regarding site needs.
• May require lifting over 50 lbs., while observing safe lifting techniques.

Work Environment And Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Changes in the environment, such as the office or outdoors.
• Physical effort/lifting, such as sedentary- up to 15-20 pounds at times.

Special Conditions

Mandated Reporting Requirements: All SPY employees are mandated reporters and are legally required to report any reasonable suspicion of child, elder, or dependent adult abuse or neglect.

COVID-19 Vaccination Requirements: Effective August 9, 2021, the State Health Officer has mandated that all workers, paid or unpaid, in homeless services organizations must provide proof of vaccination. If eligible for a booster shot, proof of booster is also required. Please submit proof of vaccination to View email address on click.appcast.io. To request a reasonable accommodation or exemption, please get in touch with HR at the same email address. It's important to note that these accommodations are not guaranteed.

Driver Positions

Applicants are required to provide a copy of their driving record from the Department of Motor Vehicles, along with a copy of their valid driver's license and proof of insurance. Job offers are contingent upon a satisfactory driving record.

For driver positions, driving is an essential job function and cannot be reasonably accommodated, employment may be discontinued.

Note: All staff members will be considered introductory employees for the first three months of employment and will not be considered regular employees until the conclusion of this period. SPY reserves the right to extend an employee's introductory period. In no way does the expiration of this introductory period change the fact that all employees are at-will.

Employees continue to have the right to terminate their employment/business relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice, and SPY has the same right. The organization, in its sole discretion, may change the job duties, responsibilities and assignments of any position, at any time.

Benefits & Perks

Safe Place for Youth offers a competitive benefit package including comprehensive health coverage, 403b with agency contribution, and ample paid time off. We also offer unique perks including professional development opportunities that are tailored to your individual career growth.

EEO Statement

All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. Safe Place for Youth does not discriminate on the basis of any protected status under federal, state, or local law.

Safe Place for Youth is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. In addition, the organization will consider employment-qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.

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