Maintenance Helper I

Children's Hospital Los Angeles; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Children’s Hospital Los Angeles is seeking a Maintenance Helper I to join our facilities team in Los Angeles, CA. The role supports skilled craftsmen in maintenance tasks to keep hospital systems safe and reliable, with a focus on preventive maintenance and minor repairs.

The position is full-time, days shift, Monday–Friday, requiring a valid California driver’s license and a High School diploma. Prior maintenance experience is valued but not required.

Qualifications

• 0-1 year of residential or industrial maintenance experience.
• Valid California Driver's License required.
• Adherence to CHLA Vehicle Use Policy.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preventive and corrective maintenance.
• Support journey-level carpenters, electricians, plumbers, HVAC, or maintenance mechanics.
• May drive CHLA vehicles during worked hours.
• Work in carpentry, electrical, plumbing, or refrigeration trades.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Valid California Driver's License

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Maintenance Helper I

Locations:

Los Angeles, California

Job Category:

Service Worker

Position Type:

Full-Time

Shift:

Days

Job Description

Join a team that's shaping the future of pediatric care. Children’s Hospital Los Angeles is consistently ranked among the top 10 children's hospitals in the nation, delivering world-class care through more than 350 specialized programs and services. Here, world-class experts in medicine, research, and education work together to deliver family-centered care to more than 155,000 patients each year. At CHLA, your work will help build brighter tomorrows for the children and families we serve.

Overview

Schedule: Monday-Friday, Day Shift

Purpose Statement/Position Summary: The Maintenance Helper I assist in ensuring the smooth operation of hospital facilities by supporting skilled craftsmen in various maintenance tasks. With a focus on preventive maintenance, inspections, and minor repairs, this role contributes to the overall functionality, safety, and aesthetics of the hospital environment.

Performs preventive, corrective maintenance, and project-related duties of a recognized skilled craft or trade while assisting a journey-level carpenter, electrician, plumber, HVAC, or maintenance mechanic. Typically specializes in one or more of the construction craft trades such as Carpentry, Electrical, Plumbing, or Refrigeration, and works at a skill level equivalent to that of an advanced apprentice. Performs routine Preventive Maintenance which does not require the skills of a journey-level craft technician on various pieces of hospital equipment and systems. May be expected to drive CHLA vehicle during worked hours.

Minimum Qualifications/Work Experience: 0-1 Year of experience in residential or industrial maintenance experience. Valid California Drivers License required. Adherence to CHLA Operation of Vehicles for Business Purposes Policy.

Education/Licensure/Certification: High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent.

Pay Scale Information

$47,840.00-$63,024.00

CHLA values the contribution each Team Member brings to our organization. Final determination of a successful candidate’s starting pay will vary based on a number of factors, including, but not limited to, education and experience within the job or the industry. The pay scale listed for this position is generally for candidates who meet the specified qualifications and requirements listed on this specific job description. Additional pay may be determined for those candidates who exceed these specified qualifications and requirements. We provide a competitive compensation package that recognizes your experience, credentials, and education alongside a robust benefits program to meet your needs.

About Us

CHLA is a leader in pediatric and adolescent health, in our community, across the nation, and around the world . As a premier Magnet-recognized teaching hospital, CHLA offers an environment rooted in learning, collaboration, and compassionate care. . We are home to groundbreaking research, clinical innovation, and a culture that supports personal and professional growth.

Since 1932, CHLA has been affiliated with the Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California. Through this partnership and our own enduring mission, we remain committed to creating hope and building healthier futures.

CHLA is an Equal Opportunity Employer

At Children’s Hospital Los Angeles, our work matters. And so do each and every one of our valued team members. We consider qualified applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran or military status, genetic information or any other legally protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. We will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal history, in a manner consistent with the requirements of state and local laws, including the LA City Fair Chance Ordinance and SF Fair Chance Ordinance.

Qualified Applicants with disabilities are entitled to reasonable accommodation under the California Fair Employment and Housing Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act. Please contact CHLA Human Resources if you need assistance completing the application process.

Our various experiences, perspectives and backgrounds allow us to better serve our patients and create a strong community at CHLA.