Facilities and Maintenance Coordinator

Safe Place for Youth; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 28,413 - 40,467; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

403(b) with agency contribution

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Safe Place for Youth, based in California, is seeking a Facilities and Maintenance Coordinator to support multiple sites. This full-time role requires skills in facility repair, maintenance operations, and supporting youth programs. Candidates should have a high school diploma, with preferred experience in HVAC, plumbing, and carpentry. The position also includes variations in schedule to accommodate organizational needs and offers comprehensive health benefits alongside professional growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience as a facility maintenance coordinator or similar role is required.
• 1-2 years of experience working with HVAC, plumbing, painting, carpentry, and masonry is required.
• Completion of an apprenticeship is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform light construction work, repairs, and building upgrades.
• Maintain janitorial support including restroom maintenance.
• Drive SPY van to transport materials and drop off donations.

Skills

Cultural responsiveness

Strong verbal communication

Ability to assess repairability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor’s Degree in Maintenance Engineering

Tools

HVAC

Plumbing

Painting

Carpentry

Masonry

Job description

Job Title: Facilities and Maintenance Coordinator

Reports To: Facilities & Maintenance Supervisor

Schedule: Monday-Friday (8:00am-4:30pm)

Location: Venice, CA / Santa Monica, CA / Los Angeles, CA (On‑site)

Status: Full‑Time, 40 hrs/week, Non‑Exempt

Driver Position: Yes

Salary Range: $25.00/hr

About Us

Safe Place for Youth (SPY) is the leading service provider for youth experiencing or at‑risk of homelessness in West Los Angeles. Founded in 2011, our agency offers trauma‑informed, low‑barrier programs that support young people in exiting the streets and achieving stability. Our continuum of care includes street outreach, drop‑in services, health and wellness programming, case management, education and employment services, and housing programs. SPY values community collaboration and a deep commitment to the well‑being of youth.

About The Role

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 eight sites. The role collaborates with the Operations team to perform 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
• Turn units in housing programs, including painting, cleaning, and replacing furniture
• General janitorial support such as maintaining restrooms, trash collection, clearing stoppages in toilets, sinks, and floor drains, and fixing/replacing soap dispensers, toilet seats, bathroom hardware, and water faucet washers
• Execute site installations such as fire extinguishers, bulletin boards, mailboxes, etc.
• Repair or replace window, door, and cabinetry hardware, and lighting fixtures
• Perform janitorial tasks that include maintaining restrooms, trash collection, sweeping and mopping
• Assemble furniture and office equipment; light building as needed
• Drive SPY van to transport materials, drop off donations, remove site trash, and make purchases
• Other duties as assigned to support the mission of the organization

Requirements

• 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 similar role is required
• 1–2 years of experience working with HVAC, plumbing, painting, carpentry, and masonry is required
• Completion of an apprenticeship is 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 activity up to 15–20 pounds at times

Special Conditions

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

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. Driving is an essential job function and cannot be reasonably accommodated; employment may be discontinued if not met.

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.

Benefits & Perks

Safe Place for Youth offers a competitive benefit package including comprehensive health coverage, a 403(b) with agency contribution, and ample paid time off. We also offer unique perks such as professional development opportunities tailored to 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. 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.