Maintenance Assistant

Statement of Purpose

Under the direction of the Corporate Operations Manager, the Maintenance Assistant is responsible for the repair, maintenance and housekeeping of BHS owned and/or leased facilities as assigned.


Major Tasks, Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs routine and preventive maintenance, as well as unscheduled duties when needed, for example, due to a malfunction.
• Assists maintenance mechanic and tradesmen with more skilled maintenance tasks, including trouble-shooting and repairs.
• Plumbing duties include service and repair of faucets, drains, toilets, and sinks. Clears clogged toilets and drains when necessary.
• Electrical duties include checking lighting in and around BHS buildings; replacing bulbs and ballasts as needed; repairing plugs, switches & outlets.
• Plasters walls and ceilings, paints walls & trim, as needed
• Arranges for repair of equipment by outside vendors as needed.
• Backs up courier, transporting mail, goods, and clients as required.
• Backs up housekeeping service as needed. May performs unscheduled cleaning duties as needed, for example, due to a spill.
• Performs safety check before driving any BHS vehicle.
• Wears personal protective equipment as required.
• Locks and secures tools, supplies, offices, closets and all work areas as appropriate.
• Moves equipment and furniture for renovation, rearrangement, and relocation of offices.
• Orders essential supplies and equipment.
• Reports needed repair of equipment, furniture, building and fixtures.
• Maintains tools and equipment in a clean and operational condition.
• Works as member of the team, including assisting in orientation of any new staff, intern or volunteer.
• Represents BHS well in all contacts. Maintains cultural sensitivity at all times.
• Maintains familiarity with BHS policies and procedures and other applicable regulations. Performs job duties accordingly.
• Attends meetings and participates in committees as assigned
• Shows good understanding of computer operations required for this position. Adapts to changes as required.
• Represents BHS well at all times.
• Recognizes personal issues that have an impact on job performance and interactions with staff.
• Demonstrates ethical and professional behavior.
• Conveys respect for cultural and lifestyle diversities of clients and staff.

Maintenance/Assistant Competencies and Performance Expectations

All Maintenance Assistants are expected to:

• Perform various maintenance and housekeeping duties in and around the facility
• Maintain health and safety standards of facility
• Comply with BHS health and safety policies.
• Demonstrate commitment to the mission, vision, values and policies of BHS.
• Serve as a positive role model to other staff.
• Take pride in work, making accurate, thorough and appropriate job performance a priority.
• Display initiative in performing job duties, identifying improved methodology, and taking responsibility.
• Promote a pleasant atmosphere by displaying a professional attitude through performance, appearance, and demeanor.
• Maintain confidentially of both staff and client information in accordance with state and federal regulations and BHS policies.
• Communicates clearly, both verbally and in writing.
• Work as a team member in performing job duties and assignments
• Make decisions, prioritize and carry out daily responsibilities in accordance with the competencies and major tasks, duties and responsibilities outlined in this job description.

Prerequisite Qualifications

Following are the qualifications required to perform the essential functions of this position. Qualifications may be subject to modification based on the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Some related maintenance experience and/or training required. Experience with various power tools and office equipment. Must be able to understand and read English in order to read material safety data sheets and other written materials.

Communication, writing, record keeping and math skills adequate for performance of job duties.


Must have current California Class C driver's license with record acceptable to our insurance carrier. If driving personal vehicle on BHS business, must have liability insurance.

Able to stand, stoop, bend, squat and reach for purpose of performing job duties such as handling materials stocked on shelves, filing, lifting, and assisting with emergency situations. Routinely lift and move items weighing up to twenty-five pounds and occasionally up to seventy-five pounds; is expected to ask for assistance and use a dolly or cart for any heavy items. Vision, hearing, manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination must be adequate for performance of job duties. Able to physically perform other job duties. Duties may require occasional use of stool or ladder and ability to work on ladder.


The above statements reflect the general duties considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job as identified and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all the work requirements which may be inherent in the position.