Engineering Apprentice

Jonathan-Club; Santa Monica (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Jonathan Club in Santa Monica, CA is seeking an entry-level facilities maintenance role designed to provide hands-on experience and structured training. You will support repairs, perform daily inspections, and assist with event setup and breakdown under supervision.

The role emphasizes learning across electrical, mechanical, and A/V systems, with a roadmap toward becoming a Beach Club Engineer. Flexibility for events and shifts is required, and safety is a core priority.

Qualifications

• Interest in A/V setups, electrical, and mechanical systems.
• Proficiency with hand and power tools.
• Strong aptitude for learning and applying new technical skills.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to safety.
• Flexible availability for events and operational shifts.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily inspections of common areas and equipment.
• Support the Engineering team with repairs and preventative maintenance.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and facility systems under supervision.
• Maintain accurate status updates on equipment and maintenance issues.
• Set-up and breakdown banquets and events.
• Ensure work areas are clean, organized, and safe at all times.
• Coordinate material and spare part requirements for work orders.
• Strict adherence to all safety protocols and PPE requirements.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Professionalism

Adaptability

Problem-Solving

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Description

Position Summary

An entry-level role designed to provide hands-on experience and structured training in facilities maintenance, with a clear developmental pathway toward becoming a full Beach Club Engineer.

Soft Skills

• Communication:Delivers clear, timely updates to the team and other departments.
• Teamwork:Collaborates effectively on projects and daily maintenance tasks.
• Professionalism:Maintains a positive, service-oriented attitude, even under pressure.
• Adaptability:Pivots quickly between routine duties and urgent operational needs.
• Problem-Solving:Proactively identifies issues and proposes practical solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct daily inspections of common areas and equipment.
• Support the Engineering team with repairs and preventative maintenance.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and facility systems under supervision.
• Maintain accurate status updates on equipment and maintenance issues.
• Set-up and breakdown banquets and events.
• Ensure work areas are clean, organized, and safe at all times.
• Coordinate material and spare part requirements for work orders.
• Strict adherence to all safety protocols and PPE requirements.

Qualifications

• Interest in A/V setups, electrical, and mechanical systems.
• Proficiency with hand and power tools.
• Strong aptitude for learning and applying new technical skills.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to safety.
• Flexible availability for events and operational shifts.

Pay Range: $20.00/hour - $23.00/hour

Developmental Roadmap

• A/V:Mastery of event technology setups and basic troubleshooting.
• Electrical:Proficiency with switches, breakers, fixtures, and safety procedures.
• Plumbing:Hands-on experience with drains, faucets, valves, and traps.
• Equipment:Ability to diagnose common issues and execute minor repairs.
• Independence:Progressive ability to complete work orders with minimal supervision.

At Jonathan Club, our values of Family, Community, Wellness, Respect, and Passion are at the heart of everything we do. Our mission is to enrich the lives of our members by providing an extraordinary experience at both the Town and Beach clubhouses.

Embracing diversity of interests, friendships, and community outreach, we are committed to creating a welcoming environment that fosters lifelong connections.

Jonathan Club is an Equal Opportunity Employer - M/F/Disability/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation/Veteran. Jonathan Club will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for hiring.

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