Building Maintenance Associate

Financial Partners Credit Union; Downey (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Financial Partners Credit Union is seeking a Building Maintenance Associate in Costa Mesa, CA to ensure safety, functionality, and aesthetics of our commercial locations. Responsibilities include routine inspections, preventive maintenance, and timely repairs across multiple sites, coordinating with the Facilities team and external contractors.

The role emphasizes taking ownership, following through on commitments, and supporting employees and operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Proven experience in building maintenance, facilities management, or a related field.
• Basic knowledge of electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and general repair techniques.
• Ability to use hand and power tools safely and effectively.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently.
• Ability to coordinate outside vendors and maintain relationships with external contractors.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular inspections of building systems including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and structural components to identify maintenance needs.
• Perform routine maintenance tasks across various property locations.
• Respond promptly to employee or external maintenance requests and emergencies to resolve issues and restore functionality.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, inspections, and repairs to ensure compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
• Coordinate with vendors and contractors for specialized repairs or upgrades, ensuring quality workmanship and adherence to schedules.
• Assist in managing inventory of maintenance supplies and equipment to ensure availability when needed.
• Support safety programs by identifying hazards and implementing corrective actions to prevent accidents.

Skills

Electrical

Plumbing

HVAC

General repair

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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Building Maintenance Associate

Facilities Services Workers Costa Mesa, CA, US

Salary Range: $18.00 To $26.00 Hourly

What makes us different from a bank? Part of it is our not-for-profit, cooperative structure. Financial Partners Credit Union is owned by our members, not Wall Street, so we’re committed to doing what’s best for you, rather than the bottom line.

At the same time, we truly believe that focusing on service and member satisfaction is the right thing to do. Our members aren’t just figures on a balance sheet- our mission is to build lifetime financial partnerships.

Since our humble beginnings, we're over $2.2 billion in assets, with 93,000 members, and branches across California, from South San Francisco to San Diego. But one thing hasn’t changed since eight aviation workers pooled $900 in 1937 to launch Financial Partners: our focus on saving money, making money, and saving time for our members.

About the Role:

The Building Maintenance Associate plays a critical role in ensuring the safety, functionality, and aesthetic quality of our commercial property locations. This position involves performing routine inspections, preventive maintenance, and timely repairs to building systems and infrastructure. The associate will collaborate with the rest of our Facilities team and external contractors to address maintenance issues efficiently and minimize downtime. A key outcome of this role is to maintain a safe and comfortable environment for our employees. The Building Maintenance Associate must be take ownership, follow through on commitments, and genuinely care about supporting the people and operations the credit union serves. This individual will often serve as a representative of the Facilities department, so they need to be approachable, responsive, and capable of building positive working relationships across the organization.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Proven experience in building maintenance, facilities management, or a related field.
• Basic knowledge of electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and general repair techniques.
• Ability to use hand and power tools safely and effectively.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently.
• Ability to coordinate outside vendors and maintain relationships with external contractors.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certification in building maintenance, HVAC, electrical, or plumbing trades.
• Experience with computerized maintenance/facilities management systems (CMMS).
• Familiarity with safety regulations such as OSHA standards.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, blueprints, and schematics.
• Valid driver’s license and the ability to operate maintenance vehicles or equipment.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct regular inspections of building systems including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and structural components to identify maintenance needs.
• Perform routine maintenance tasks across various property locations.
• Respond promptly to employee or external maintenance requests and emergencies to resolve issues and restore functionality.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, inspections, and repairs to ensure compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
• Coordinate with vendors and contractors for specialized repairs or upgrades, ensuring quality workmanship and adherence to schedules.
• Assist in managing inventory of maintenance supplies and equipment to ensure availability when needed.
• Support safety programs by identifying hazards and implementing corrective actions to prevent accidents.

Skills and Team Fit:

The Building Maintenance Associate utilizes technical skills daily to diagnose and repair issues across multiple building systems, ensuring operational continuity. In addition, a positive attitude with coworkers and our employee population is essential. We are looking for an individual with the right mindset, a strong work ethic, and a willingness to learn. Organizational skills help in maintaining detailed records and managing inventory, which supports compliance and operational efficiency.