Facilities Specialist I

Kids for the Future; Capitola (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Matching

Annual Bonus Eligibility

Health Coverage

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness Program

Rocket Lawyer Legal Services

Pet Insurance

Aflac supplemental plans

Hybrid Work Environment

Job summary

Bay Federal Credit Union is seeking a Facilities Specialist I to direct care and maintenance across its locations, including building and equipment upkeep, space planning, fixed assets, and safety systems. The role emphasizes hands-on work, preventive maintenance, emergency response, and vendor coordination to keep branches safe, functional, and welcoming.

You’ll manage facilities tickets, support after-hours projects, assist with moves and installations, coordinate vendors and bids, and help

Qualifications

• Experience with building maintenance and repair.
• Knowledge of safety and security systems.
• Ability to coordinate vendors and service tickets.
• Valid California driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Promote a positive image and provide professional service to employees, members, vendors, and the community.
• Perform routine and preventative building maintenance and troubleshoot facility issues.
• Maintain safe, clean, and secure facilities, including cameras, alarms, and badge access.
• Manage facilities tickets and respond to maintenance needs, including after-hours work.
• Coordinate vendors, work orders, purchasing, and facility services.
• Assist with space planning, moves, equipment installations, and branch projects.
• Support vendor selection, bids, and documentation.
• Process vendor invoices and support purchasing reconciliation.

Skills

Maintenance

Preventive maintenance

Vendor coordination

Safety compliance

Customer service

Communication

Independent work

Driver's license

Job description

• Base Pay $24.00 - $30.00 / Hour
• Employee Type FT Non-Exempt

Contact information

• Name Talent Acquisition Specialist
• Phone [phone]
• Email [e-mail]

About the Role:

The Facilities Specialist I is a hands-on position that directs care and maintenance activities for Bay Federal’s facilities by participating in, analyzing, planning, organizing, and managing functions related to building maintenance, equipment maintenance, space planning, fixed assets, and safety/security. The role also supports routine and preventative maintenance, vendor coordination, facility projects, emergency response, and the overall safety and appearance of Credit Union locations.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

Typically Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, with flexibility required for occasional after-hours or weekend projects and facility needs.

What you’ll be doing:

• Promote and maintain a positive image of Bay Federal while providing responsive, professional service to employees, members, vendors, and the community
• Perform routine and preventative building maintenance and troubleshoot facility issues across Bay Federal locations
• Maintain safe, clean, organized, and secure facilities, including supporting cameras, alarms, badge access, and workplace safety systems
• Manage facilities support tickets and respond to maintenance needs, including emergency repairs and after-hours projects as needed
• Coordinate vendors, work orders, purchasing, and facility services, ensuring projects and repairs are completed successfully
• Assist with space planning, employee moves, equipment installations, branch improvements, and other facilities projects
• Support vendor selection and contract management, including obtaining bids and verifying required vendor documentation
• Process vendor invoices and support purchasing and expense reconciliation activities

You’re Perfect For This Role If You Have:

• General building maintenance and repair experience with strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Knowledge of preventative maintenance and building utility systems
• Experience coordinating vendors, work orders, and multiple facilities-related priorities
• A safety-first mindset with strong organization and attention to detail
• Strong customer service and communication skills with a professional, team-oriented approach
• Ability to work independently, adapt to changing priorities, and take initiative
• A valid California driver’s license, reliable transportation, and flexibility for occasional after-hours projects
• Facilities experience is preferred; multi-site facilities or trade/technical experience is a plus

Who We Are:

Bay Federal Credit Union was started in 1957 when local school teachers pooled their money together to start a credit union. This original vision and investment has grown into the area’s largest locally-owned financial institution, with nearly $1.6 billion in assets. Today, Bay Federal provides full service financial products and solutions to individuals and businesses in Santa Cruz, Monterey, and San Benito counties.

As a local, member-owned, not-for-profit financial cooperative, we are passionate about contributing to the community and being an integral part of its incredible story. Each year, our employees volunteer their time and donate their money to local non-profits, schools, and events. Our managers serve on local non-profit Boards of Director to be involved, understand challenges, and to make a real difference in the communities we serve.

From our founding as a teacher’s credit union, Bay Federal has continued our commitment to education. We offer annual student scholarships for members and offer a comprehensive array of solutions to support our member's financial wellness. Through online financial education course offerings, solutions for teachers and students, as well as special programs for youth, our financial wellness programs are free and available to the public. This is a small part of our work in creating thriving and vibrant communities!

We look forward to continuing our story, and hope that you will be a part of it!

Why You’ll Love Working at Bay Federal Credit Union

At Bay Federal, we believe that when our employees thrive, our members and community do too. We’re proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package and meaningful perks designed to support your well-being, growth, and success, both at work and beyond.

• 401(k) Matching: We’ll match your contributions dollar-for-dollar up to 5% of your pay.
• Annual Bonus Eligibility: Share in our success through our annual bonus plan.
• Health Coverage That Cares: Choose from quality Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and Long-Term Disability options.
• Employee Assistance Program: Receive up to six face-to-face sessions per person, per reason, for you and your household.
• Wellness Program: Holistic support for your physical, financial, and emotional health.
• Rocket Lawyer Legal Services: Company-sponsored program that provides legal documents, advice, and attorney assistance for a wide range of needs.
• Additional Options: Customize your coverage with Pet Insurance and Aflac supplemental plans.

Perks That Set Us Apart

• Recognized as the #1 Credit Union to Work For by Credit Union Journal.
• Named a Best Place to Work in the Bay Area by SF Business Times and Silicon Valley Journal.
• 11 paid Federal Holidays each year, so you can recharge and celebrate.
• Access to industry-standard webinars and LinkedIn Learning courses.
• Leadership partnership with Cabrillo College – a 12-week program designed for emerging supervisors and managers.
• $1,500 Mac McCormac Employee Scholarship to support your education goals.
• Hybrid Work Environment: Enjoy flexibility with remote work opportunities and connect in person during our biannual All-Staff Meetings.

Bay Federal Credit Union is proud to offer a competitive, robust compensation and benefits package. Bay Federal considers many factors in determining base pay such as experience, education/training, internal peer equity, job location, and other business considerations when extending an offer. For Santa Cruz, CA only, the pay scale Bay Federal reasonably expects to pay for this position is $24 - $30 per hour. Salaries are based on the geographic location in which you live if working remotely.

Bay Federal provides health care benefits, life and disability insurance, paid holidays and 401k with a company match to eligible employees; along with employee paid voluntary benefits. Paid time off is accrued per paycheck for eligible employees at a rate based on your tenure. Leaves of absences are available in adherence with state and federal regulations.

Bay Federal is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all persons regardless of age, disability, national origin, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, veteran or military status, marital and civil partnership/union status, alienage or citizenship status, creed, genetic information or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Bay Federal is at at-will employer.

For CCPA's requirements regarding security practices and procedures, please see our privacy page here (https://www.bayfed.com/privacy). Bay Federal Credit Union takes our obligation to keep our member's data safe and secure and adhere to industry standard best practices.