Property Repair Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Program: Property Repair

Department: Facilities

Reports to: Supervisor, Property Repair

Status: Non-exempt

Probation: 90 days

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision; also including Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability, Employee Assistance Program, and a 403(b) Retirement Plan

CENTER’S MISSION: Building a world where LGBT people thrive as healthy, equal, and complete members of society.

DEPARTMENT SUMMARY: The Facilities Department is a team of over 80 employees responsible for the safety, security, maintenance, and cleanliness of the Centers’ ten locations throughout the Los Angeles area. These facilities cover a wide variety of uses including medical facilities, residential facilities, community rooms, theatres, offices, industrial kitchens, and a coffee shop. The Facilities Department is a great team with hardworking people who enjoy maintaining a wonderful atmosphere for clients and staff who are looking for a community to belong to.

JOB SUMMARY: The position performs routine and corrective building maintenance and repairs across multiple locations using a computerized maintenance management system to receive and manage work orders. The role completes hands-on repairs including carpentry, plumbing, electrical, and general facilities work to maintain safe, functional environments. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Facilities Operations & Work Order Execution

•    Receive, prioritize, and complete daily facilities work orders across multiple locations using the CMMS

•    Perform routine and corrective building and property maintenance to maintain safe, functional environments

•    Diagnose issues and complete hands-on repairs including carpentry, plumbing, electrical, and general maintenance

Vendor, Project & Property Support

•    Coordinate and support vendors and contractors while performing on-site maintenance and repair work as needed

•    Assist with evaluation and execution of building repairs, equipment installation, and renovation projects

•    Provide facilities support for construction and remodel projects in collaboration with Property Management

Safety, Security & Regulatory Compliance

•    Perform inspections, testing, and maintenance of life safety and security systems to support regulatory compliance

•    Complete accident reporting, documentation, and follow-up for OSHA, Workers’ Compensation, and internal systems

•    Support implementation and adherence to facilities policies, safety plans, and government regulations

Security & Asset Protection

•    Maintain building access systems, locks, keys, and related security hardware

•    Assist with investigation and documentation of theft, property damage, and security incidents

•    Organize and maintain facilities storage areas, tools, and equipment

Administrative & Emergency Support

•    Complete maintenance records and assist with facilities-related financial tracking and variance reporting

•    Participate in disaster preparedness activities, drills, training, and required meetings

•    Provide on-call coverage for scheduled and emergency facilities repairs and perform other assigned duties

QUALIFICATIONS

•    A passion for the Center’s work and its mission to make the world a better place for LGBT people

•    3 years of property management experience

•    Experience with general building management, maintenance, and equipment repair 

•    Ability to perform basic repairs, experience using a variety of tools and equipment, and working knowledge of proper safety procedures

•    Strong organizational and communication skills

•    Ability to pleasantly and professionally handle a heavy workload of many diverse requests via phone, e-mail, and in-person, in the middle of a very busy health care setting

•    Ability to work cooperatively with many departments, clients and other agency staff members

•    Proficiency with MS Office Suite and the aptitude to learn other programs

•    Access to reliable transportation and the ability to be insured

•    Bilingual a plus (English/Spanish preferred)

•    Demonstrated ability to work effectively with men and women of diverse races, ethnicities, ages, and sexual orientations in a multicultural social services environment

The Los Angeles LGBT Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to fostering diversity within its staff. Applications are encouraged from all persons regardless of their race, color, ancestry, religious creed, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, medical/physical/mental condition, pregnancy/childbirth and related medical condition, age, marital status, or veteran status.

The Center has implemented a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy as a condition of employment for all employees who work on the Center’s premises, subject to applicable federal, state, and local laws. For more information, please contact View email address on ziprecruiter.com