Maintenance Assistant - Mental Health 115

Telecare Corporation; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Telecare Corporation in Oakland, CA is seeking a Maintenance Worker to manage the facility's physical plant, equipment and grounds. You will perform carpentry, electrical and environmental services tasks in a health care setting and support safety and reliability of the building.

The position requires two years of maintenance experience, a high school diploma or GED, a valid California driver’s license, and ability to read and speak English.

Qualifications

• Two (2) years of experience as a building maintenance worker or related role.
• Health care setting experience preferred.
• High School graduation or GED required.
• Skills include plumbing, carpentry, masonry and electrical, heating and air conditioning repair.
• Must have a valid California Driver’s License and be insurable; fingerprinting may be required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the facility's physical plant, equipment and grounds.
• Perform carpentry, electrical and environmental services tasks.
• Read, write and speak English; adhere to safety policies.
• Respond to maintenance requests and complete related paperwork.
• Assist with on-call emergencies as needed.

Skills

Plumbing

Carpentry

Masonry

Electrical

HVAC repair

English

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Job Category: Program Support

Requisition Number: MAINT030967

• Posted : October 20, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

Showing 1 location

Oakland, CA - Gladman MHRC
Oakland, CA 94601, USA

Description

Gladman is licensed as a 40-bed Mental Health Rehabilitation Center (MHRC) providing sub-acute psychiatric treatment to adults 18 and older.

POSITION OBJECTIVE

The Maintenance Worker is the staff member that performs tasks that involve the facility physical plant, equipment and grounds maintenance. These duties encompass a variety of carpentry, electrical and environmental services assignments.

Shifts Available:

Full-Time | AM | Shifts: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM | Days: Tuesday - Saturday

Expected starting wage is $23.00.This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement and is subject to union membership requirements upon hire. Telecare applies geographic differentials to its pay ranges. The pay range assigned to this role will be based on the geographic location from which the role is performed. Starting pay is commensurate with relevant experience above the minimum requirements.

QUALIFICATIONS

Two (2) years of experience as a building maintenance worker, handy-person, boiler worker or in a related position is required. Experience in a health care setting is preferred. High School graduation or a G.E.D. is also required. Necessary skills include knowledge of and ability to perform in the areas of: plumbing, carpentry, masonry and electrical, heating and air conditioning repair. The ability to read, write and speak English is essential, as is the willingness to work with adult mentally impaired persons. The incumbent must have a valid Class II California Driver’s License and be insurable. Applicant must be finger printed and receive clearance from Criminal Justice Department.

KEY RESULT AREAS

MISSION, VALUES AND BELIEFS

• Demonstrates the Telecare mission, purpose, values and beliefs in everyday language and contact with clients, the public and other staff members.

QUALITY AND QUANTITY OF WORK

• Performs tasks correctly and according to policies and procedures.
• Performs the following electrical tasks:
  • Checks the temperature in the facility and maintains the log. Adjusts thermostats as needed to maintain the temperature between 72 - 74 degrees.
  • Checks and logs boilers and water temperature.
  • Checks all exit lights and other facility lights, replacing as needed.
• Completes all sheet rock repairs, including sanding and painting within one week of the being damaged.
• Performs the following maintenance tasks:
  • Picks up the trash from the front of the facility.
  • Responds to all work requisitions, completing the requested task and the associated paper work.
  • Completes preventative maintenance tasks as scheduled and assigned. week.
  • Checks and cleans the facility vehicles each week.
  • Responds to immediate maintenance and repair problems; participates in alternating on-call schedule for emergencies. (beeper)

TEAM MEMBER PARTICIPATION

• Participates as a team member and provides input via reporting observations, concerns and asking appropriate questions.
• Demonstrates knowledge of Professional Assault Response Training (PART) principles and uses PART concepts to manage aggressive behavior.

JUDGMENT, DECISION MAKING AND INITIATIVE

• Demonstrates knowledge and proper use of equipment and supplies.

RELATIONSHIPS WITH OTHERS

• Demonstrates a good rapport and cooperative working relationships with all members of the team; responds to co-workers with concern and promotes group morale.

QUALITY IMPROVEMENT

• Continually focuses on assigned tasks and seeks and implements improvements as necessary.
• Understands and demonstrates the safety program in all activities.

CUSTOMER AND COMMUNITY RELATIONS

• Demonstrates a knowledge of Telecare’s customers including clients/clients, families and governmental agencies in all interactions and conduct.
• Acts in a professional manner, always demonstrating respect and understanding of the community and neighborhood when representing Telecare in the community.

PLANNING AND TIME UTILIZATION

• Completes and follows through with tasks and assignments, meeting expected deadlines.

ATTENDANCE AND RELIABILITY

• Understands and demonstrates knowledge of all policies associated with attendance.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

• Attends all assigned in-service education classes.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

See attachment for requirements.

Duties and responsibilities may be added, deleted and/or changed at the discretion of management.

SUPERVISOR: Director of Environmental Services

POSITION PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

ACTIVITY

NEVER

0 hours

OCCASIONALLY

up to 3 hours

FREQUENTLY

3 - 6 HOURS

CONSTANTLY

6 - 8+ HOURS

Sitting X

Walking X

Standing X

Bending (neck) X

Bending (waist) X

Squatting X

Climbing X

Kneeling X

Crawling X

Twisting (neck) X

Twisting (waist) X

Repetitive Hand Use:

Simple Grasping (right hand) X

Simple Grasping (left hand) X

Power Grasping (right hand) X

Power Grasping (left hand) X

Fine Manipulation (right hand) X

Fine Manipulation (left hand) X

Pushing & Pulling (right hand) X

Pushing and Pulling (left hand) X

Reaching (above shoulder level) X

Reaching (below shoulder level) X

LIFTING CARRYING

Never

0 hrs.

Occasionally

up to 3 hrs.

Frequently

3 - 6 hrs.

Constantly

6 - 8+ hrs.

Never

0 hrs.

Occasionally

up to 3 hrs.

Frequently

3 - 6 hrs.

Constantly

6 - 8+ hrs.

0-10 lbs. X X

11-25 lbs. X X

26-50 lbs. X X

51-75 lbs. X X

76-100 lbs. X X

100+ lbs. X X

OTHER JOB REQUIREMENTS: YES NO

a. Driving cars, trucks, forklifts, and other equipment? X

b. Working around equipment and machinery? X

c. Walking on uneven ground? X

d. Exposure to excessive noise? X

e. Exposure to extremes of temperature, humidity or wetness? X

f. Exposure to dust, gas, fumes, or chemicals? X

g. Working at heights? X

h. Operation of foot controls or repetitive foot movement? X

i. Use of special visual or auditory protective equipment? X

j. Working with bio-hazards such as: blood borne pathogens, sewage, hospital waste, etc. X

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