Maintenance Associate

Native American Talent; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time position

401(k) with company match

Paid time off & holidays

On-Demand Pay

Job summary

Mentor Community Services, part of the Sevita family, seeks a Hands-on Maintenance Worker to ensure grounds and equipment are safe, functional, and well-maintained across Long Beach and surrounding areas.

Salary ranges from $21 to $24 hourly, with a full-time schedule and benefits. Valid driver’s license is required; travel to multiple programs in the region will be needed. Join a mission-driven team dedicated to serving individuals with disabilities.

Qualifications

• Must have driver license valid for at least 1 year.
• Experience with maintenance and electrical equipment.
• Willingness to travel to multiple programs/offices in the region.
• Proof of vehicle insurance and registration.

Responsibilities

• Oversee ongoing preventative maintenance of multiple programs/offices across an assigned region.
• Plan and schedule work assignments to accomplish workload with available resources and equipment; coordinate with outside contractors.
• Communicate departmental procedures for maintenance and operation of buildings; ensure safety and compliance with laws.
• Repair and maintain kitchen, housekeeping, and other mechanical equipment, including HVAC, electrical/plumbing, painting, and laundry equipment.
• Draft plans for building needs; read blueprints; wire buildings for networking; repair damages to surfaces.
• Direct inventory control for equipment, parts, and supplies; manage vendor accounts and ordering.
• Maintain appliance motors, exhaust fans, pumps, and related equipment on schedule.
• Coordinate with building inspectors, fire marshals, and vendors; maintain fire alarm systems and safety plans.
• Maintain operational records, data; monitor and enforce safety regulations.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Skills

Driver license

Maintenance know-how

Travel ability

Proof of registration & insurance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Mentor Community Services , a part of the Sevita family, provides community-based services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Here we believe every person has the right to live well, and everyone deserves to have a fulfilling career. You’ll join a mission-driven team and create relationships that motivate us all every day. Join us today, and experience a career well lived.

Maintenance Worker

As a Handyman/Maintenance Worker, you will ensure all grounds and equipment are in good working order to maintain a safe, attractive, and enjoyable living and working environment for the individuals we serve.

Salary: $21 - $24 Hourly, depending on experience

Valid Drivers License for minimally 1 year a MUST

Covering Long Beach and surrounding cities

• Oversee ongoing preventative maintenance of multiple programs/offices across an assigned region.

• Plan and schedule work assignments to accomplish workload with available resources and equipment. Coordinate with outside contractors to ensure quality of work delivered. Analyze and resolve complaints pertaining to services, and equipment in area of responsibility.

• Communicate departmental procedures for maintenance and operation of buildings. Maintain the building and grounds in compliance with Federal, State, and local laws.

• Repair and maintain kitchen, housekeeping, and other mechanical equipment, including heating and air conditioning units, electrical/plumbing fixtures, painting, and laundry equipment.

• Draft plans for building needs. Read blueprints and implement work accordingly. Wire buildings for computer networking. Inspect and repair all damages to building surfaces.

• Plan and direct inventory control program for equipment, parts, and supplies. Oversee the establishment of accounts with material vendors. Order and maintain necessary maintenance supplies.

• Maintain appliance motors, room exhaust fans, pumps and miscellaneous equipment on a monthly basis or as recommended by the manufacturer.

• Work with building inspectors, fire marshals, and vendors. Maintain fire alarm system, including smoke and heat detectors, and fire pull. Assist with safety and disaster plans as appropriate.

• Maintain operational records, data, and monitor and enforce observance of safety regulations.

• Perform other related duties and activities as required.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent, plus one year related experience

• Driver License - Valid and held for 1 year minimum

• Proof of registration and insurance

• Working knowledge and ability to handle all maintenance and electrical equipment

• Ability to travel to multiple programs/offices in the region

Why Join Us?

• Full-time position (40 hours/week)

• Full compensation/benefits package plus 401(k) with company match.

• Generous Paid time off and holiday pay.

• "On-Demand Pay"- get paid for the days you work without waiting for payday! All employees have the option to access their pay as soon as they earn it through their employee app - no fees and super easy!

• Complex work adding value to the organization’s mission alongside a great team of co-workers.

• Enjoy job security with nationwide career development and advancement opportunities.

Sevita is a leading provider of home and community-based specialized health care. We believe that everyone deserves to live a full, more independent life. We provide people with quality services and individualized supports that lead to growth and independence, regardless of the physical, intellectual, or behavioral challenges they face.

We’ve made this our mission for more than 50 years. And today, our 40,000 team members continue to innovate and enhance care for the 50,000 individuals we serve all over the U.S.

As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.