General Maintenance Worker

Working Alternatives Inc; Garden Grove (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The General Maintenance Worker at Working Alternatives, Inc. is responsible for applying basic fixes to equipment and building systems and ensuring the facility is tidy and functional.

Responsibilities include soliciting and reviewing bids and recommending actions as needed, plus performing upkeep tasks and overseeing overall maintenance of the facility. Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, two years of maintenance experience, knowledge of building operations (construction,

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Two years of general maintenance experience required; more preferred.
• Knowledge of building operations and systems including construction, plumbing, electrical and painting.
• Valid driver's license and SSN card; U.S. citizen or eligible to work in the U.S.
• Must pass federal background check.

Responsibilities

• Maintain facility grounds.
• Life Safety Checks and Maintenance, incl. alarms, signs, sprinklers, extinguishers, emergency lighting.
• Plumbing upkeep, painting, minor carpentry, electrical, masonry, tile repair, janitorial work.
• Resolve problems or coordinate with other trades for high-standard repairs.
• Conduct routine inspections for compliance with laws and regulations.
• Make recommendations for facility improvements.
• Perform minor repairs to structures and service kitchen appliances.
• Manage materials, logs, linen and hazardous materials programs.

Skills

Power tools

Ladder use

Interpersonal skills

Read floor plans

Operate vehicle

Microsoft Office

Education

High School diploma or GED

2 years general maintenance experience

Job description

Department: Maintenance

Hours per week: 40 Full Time

Reports directly to: The Assistant Director and indirectly to the Director and Corporate.

Job Summary:

The General Maintenance Worker is responsible for applying basic fixes to equipment and building systems and ensures the facility is tidy and functional. Responsible for soliciting and reviewing bids and making recommendations as needed. Performs upkeep tasks such as repairs and cleaning within the facility. Oversees overall maintenance of the RRC..

Education and Qualifications:

High School diploma or GED required. Two years of experience in general maintenance is required but more is preferred. Must have knowledge with general building operations and systems including general construction, plumbing, electrical and painting. Must have a valid driver’s license and social security card issued by the U.S. Social Security Administration, and be a United States citizen, permanent resident, or other person lawfully admitted into the United States. Must pass federal background check.

Skills and Specifications:

• Ability to use power and hand tools
• Ability to use a ladder
• Ability to establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships
• Ability to read floor plans
• Operate motor vehicle
• Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word

Requirements

Job Responsibilities:

The Maintenance Worker shall assume the following job responsibilities:

• Maintain facility grounds.
• Life Safety Checks and Maintenance, including smoke alarms, emergency exit signs and egress paths, sprinklers, fire extinguishers, emergency lighting and fire doors.
• Responsible for plumbing upkeep, painting, minor carpentry, electrical, masonry, tile repair and janitorial work.
• Resolves problems as they arise or collaborate with other trades to ensure high standard repairs/renovations are made.
• Conduct routine inspections to ensure facility compliance with federal state and local requirements.
• Make recommendations for facility improvements.
• Perform minor repairs to structures such as showers, floors, sinks, walls, roofs, doors and cabinets.
• Service kitchen appliances.
• Orders required materials that may be needed for general facility maintenance.
• Maintain repair logs.
• Manage linen, mattress, pillow stock.
• Manage hazardous materials, recycling programs, pest control and waste management programs.
• Manage electrical maintenance program, including inspections of GFCIs, panel boxes, receptacles, room and water temperatures, lighting, air circulation and space (square footage) requirements.
• Local travel may be required.
• Complete all annual training required by contract.
• Complies with federal, state and local laws and regulations.
• Ensures rest and meal breaks are taken in accordance with California law.
• Reports any violation of company policy, employee handbook Standards of Conduct, etc.…
• Assume and perform other duties as assigned.

Failure to submit a fully completed application and current resume may result in your removalfrom the process. This includes, but is not limited to, failing to complete your address, contact information, or employment history.

“Working Alternatives, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.”