Temporary Facilities Coordinator

Socket.dev; Santa Ana (CA); On-site; USD 34,440,000 - 44,083,000; Full time

Job summary

Orangewood Foundation seeks a Temporary Facilities Coordinator to manage day-to-day maintenance at Samueli Academy and other facilities. The role reports to the Facilities Manager and runs Monday–Friday, 7:30 am–4:30 pm, approx. Sept 1–Dec 31, 2026.

Tasks include work order completion, preventive maintenance, and coordination with vendors. Ideal candidates have 3+ years in maintenance, building trade skills, and strong communication.

Qualifications

• Skilled trade school preferred
• Experience in drywall, painting, electrical, plumbing, and/or furniture repair is required
• OSHA 10-hour safety card preferred
• Experience monitoring and managing building management software and systems
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
• Valid California driver’s license and DMV clearance required
• Pre-employment screenings including background check, FBI/DOJ fingerprinting, TB test, drug screen

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day work orders and projects at multiple sites
• Execute the campus preventative maintenance plan per best practices and compliance
• Communicate repairs to Facilities Manager, keep ticketing notes
• Maintain proactive communication and relationships with team and programs
• Coordinate with facilities team to keep facilities well maintained
• Monitor supplies and coordinate orders with Facilities Manager
• Support productivity and efficiency in maintenance tasks
• Perform additional duties as assigned by supervisor

Job description

Our Mission:

Since 1981, the Orangewood Foundation has passionately advocated for young people facing foster care, homelessness, and trafficking. Our mission is to empower these individuals by supporting the futures they envision, providing dedicated one-on-one support to help them achieve their dreams and goals.

Our Programs & Services:

We provide programs and services in four essential areas: Basic Needs & Support, Education, Life Skills & Employment, and Transitional Housing & Support.

Our Vision:

A community where every young person thrives. This is our long-term goal for young people in Orange County. We embody this goal every time we talk to a young person, a volunteer, a community member, and to each other.

Our Commitment:

Equal Opportunity Employer, Flexible Scheduling, Powerful Teamwork, Personal Fulfillment, Thriving Community, Professional Development, Mental & Physical Wellness, Competitive Compensation

Our Values:

At Orangewood, recently ranked #27 in "Best Places to Work 2025", we take pride in fostering a positive and supportive workplace culture. We ask all staff to uphold the following core values: Trust, Respect, Empathy, Inclusion, and Advocacy

Position Title:

Temporary Facilities Coordinator

Employment Classification:

Temporary Full-Time; Hourly/Non-exempt

Shift:

Monday – Friday, 7:30 am - 4:30 pm

Assignment Length:

Approx. September 1, 2026 – December 31, 2026

Reports to:

Facilities Manager

Department:

Facilities

Position Summary:

The Temporary Facilities Coordinator will split their time working at the Samueli Academy and other Orangewood Foundation facilities, completing various maintenance-related tasks overseen by the Facilities Manager.

Requirements

Major Areas of Responsibility:

• Manage the completion of the day-to-day work orders and projects at multiple sites.
• Complete the campus preventative maintenance plan as needed based on best practices and compliance requirements.
• Communicate necessary repairs effectively to the Facilities Manager and team while keeping updated notes in the ticketing software.
• Responsible for effective and proactive communication and building relationships with the team and programs.
• Coordinate with facilities team to ensure all facilities are well maintained and up to standards.
• Monitor supplies and spare parts inventory and coordinate orders with the Facilities Manager.
• Help ensure maximum productivity and efficiency associated with maintenance.
• Additional duties as assigned by direct supervisor.

Knowledge, Skill, and Experience Requirements:

• Skilled trade school preferred.
• Experience in various building repairs such as drywall, painting, electrical, plumbing, and/or furniture repair is required.
• HVAC experience valued.
• Three years plus of maintenance technician experience is preferred.
• OSHA 10-hour safety card preferred.
• Experience monitoring and managing building management software and systems.
• Ability to understand work orders, installation manuals, other written materials, etc.
• Experience with and ability to work safely with power tools when needed
• Experience working with outside vendors that are contracted for maintenance and repairs.
• Customer service experience in a professional environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Comfortability working around adolescents in a school setting and in residential housing locations.
• Ability to take initiative and work both independently and collaboratively.
• Possess a valid California driver’s license and proof of automobile insurance. Position requires DMV clearance.
• Pre-employment screenings include criminal background check, FBI/DOJ fingerprinting, TB test, drug screen, and previous employment verification.

Essential Qualities:

• Understand and support Orangewood Foundation’s mission, vision, and values
• Enjoys working directly with youth, volunteers, community partners, etc.
• Approach responsibilities with flexibility, professionalism, and a positive attitude.
• Takes pride in their work and enjoys helping others.
• Maintain organization and attention to detail in a dynamic work environment

Working Environment/Physical Requirements:

• This role requires working across a school campus, residential sites, offices, and outdoor areas.
• Sufficient strength, stamina, physical ability and mobility to maintain a rigorous work schedule requiring continuous physical exertion by performing manual labor including lift, carry, push and/or pull or otherwise move moderately heavy to heavy loads up to 75 pounds.
• Work occasionally at heights on lifts, scaffolding or ladders.
• Stand and walk long distances on surfaces including concrete, asphalt, gravel and uneven surfaces. Bend at the waist, kneel, stoop, squat, reach and crouch.
• Schedule may be made based on needs of the Foundation.

Orangewood Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race (including hair texture and protective hair styles such as braids, locks, and twists), religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and/or related medical conditions), gender, gender identity (including individuals who are transgender and/or transitioning), gender expression, age, sexual orientation, reproductive health decision-making, military and veteran status, or any other protected group, in accordance with all applicable federal or State laws.