Maintenance Assistant I

The Salvation Army Southern California; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army Southern California is seeking a Maintenance Assistant to oversee the Harbor Light Center's maintenance and janitorial tasks. The successful candidate will handle inspections, repairs, and health compliance while supervising operations in the Facilities Manager's absence.

Applicants must possess a high school diploma, a valid CA driver's license, and one year of building maintenance experience. Additional qualifications include safety certifications and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and work with vulnerable populations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in building maintenance and repair work for at least 1 year.
• Valid CA driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct minor electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and HVAC repairs.
• Manage operations in the Facilities Manager's absence.
• Oversee repairs and coordinate with subcontractors and staff.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Basic electrical knowledge

Plumbing experience

Carpentry skills

Problem-solving skills

Bilingual in Spanish

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Valid CA driver's license

1 year building maintenance experience

OSHA Safety Certification

First Aid and CPR certification

Tuberculosis clearance

Tools

Modern Office Equipment

Maintenance and janitorial equipment

Job description

Overview

The Maintenance Assistant is responsible for maintenance and janitorial duties of the Harbor Light Center.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Take charge of operations when Facilities Manager is unavailable
• Inspect buildings, grounds, and equipment
• Complete minor electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and HVAC repairs
• Diagnose and fix lighting, heating, cooling, and appliance issues
• Keep walkways and common areas safe and maintained
• Oversee repairs and coordinate with subcontractors and janitorial staff
• Prepare rooms for move in and out and conduct inspections
• Maintain HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems
• Ensure health and safety compliance and support emergency planning
• Provide updates to Facilities Manager and Executive Director
• Assist with deep cleaning tasks like windows and floors
• Manage trash and recycling
• Identify and report safety hazards
• Inspect and maintain fire safety equipment
• Respond quickly to maintenance requests and emergencies
• Communicate major repair needs and coordinate contractor quotes
• Maintain maintenance logs and property records
• Help prepare reports for leadership
• Track repairs, room turnover, and projects
• Other related duties as required

Education And Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent (required)
• Valid CA driver's license (required)
• Experience in building maintenance and repair work (1 year required)
• OSHA Safety Certification (within first ninety days of employment – company provided)
• First Aid and CPR certification (within first seven days of employment – company provided)
• Tuberculosis clearance (within first fourteen days of employment – company provided)

Skills And Abilities

• Ability to work after hours and weekends (required)
• Bilingual in Spanish (preferred)
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Knowledge of property maintenance and repair practices
• Basic skills in electrical, plumbing, and carpentry workStrong problem-solving skills with attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Working knowledge of health and safety regulations
• Ability to maintain professional boundaries while working respectfully with vulnerable populations

Equipment Used

• Modern Office Equipment and Relevant Software
• Relevant maintenance and janitorial equipment

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

ADA Statement

Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. A qualified person with a disability may request a modification or adjustment to the job or work environment in order to meet the physical requirements of the position. The Salvation Army will attempt to satisfy requests if the accommodation needed is reasonable and no undue hardship would result.

Acknowledgment Of Religious Purposes Of The Salvation Army

Please note that The Salvation Army has a religious purpose and status as a church. We ask our employees that they do nothing to their relationship with The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission. Employees must agree and understand that their services are a necessary part of The Army’s religious purposes and their work-related conduct must not conflict with, interfere with, or undermine such religious programs or The Army’s religious purposes.

At-Will

Any employment relationship with this organization is of an “at-will” nature, which means that an Employee may resign at any time and the Employer may discharge an Employee at any time with or without cause. It is further understood that this “at will” employment relationship may not be changed by any written document or by conduct unless such change is specifically acknowledged in writing by an authorized executive of this organization.