Maintenance Technician

Maintenance Technician

At TURN our mission is Improving Lives. Our organization embraces the tenets of client-centered care, and our core values People, Culture and Growth are at the forefront of everything we do. We hire exceptional individuals seeking meaningful opportunities in a purpose-driven environment.

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for the overall maintenance and upkeep of the facility including day-to-day repairs, facility grounds, and landscape.

Reasonable accommodation may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

• Performed comprehensive facility maintenance, repairs, and grounds keeping, ensuring safe and functional environments.
• Diagnosed and troubleshot maintenance issues; performed repairs in plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and painting as appropriate to skill level and training, escalating more complex issues as needed.
• Conduct daily, weekly and monthly safety inspections (including living areas, exits, fire extinguishers, and lighting) and maintain compliance with OSHA and fire safety regulations. Findings shall be reported to the Program Manager.
• Managed and maintained Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and ensured proper handling of hazardous materials.
• Prioritized and completed service requests efficiently, supporting a clean, safe, and therapeutic setting.
• Tracked and maintained inventory of tools, equipment, and maintenance supplies.
• Maintained facility grounds, ensuring cleanliness and debris control, while leading and training participants in maintenance and grounds duties with a focus on safety and accountability.
• Coordinated with external vendors and contractors to complete specialized repairs and projects.
• Prepared facility for regulatory audits (DHCS, CDCR, OSHA), ensuring compliance and readiness.
• Maintained confidentiality and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to support program operation.

• High School Diploma or GED required.

• Valid California driver's license and current auto insurance per contract requirements.

• Experience in facility maintenance, landscaping, or a related field preferred.

• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and resolve maintenance issues independently.

• Basic knowledge of plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, and general repair work.

• Ability to supervise, direct, and work alongside participants in a therapeutic setting.

• Strong organizational skills, including inventory tracking and task prioritization.

• Cultural competency and ability to work effectively with diverse populations required.

• Bilingual preferred.

These physical demands represent what must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. As mentioned above, reasonable accommodation may be made for qualified disabilities.

Seeing Hearing

Speaking Stooping/Bending

Working in cramped spaces Moving around facility

Moving between offices/clients Driving – light errands

Climbing Lifting/carrying heavy items

Driving – in the course of job duties Using hands/fingers

Pushing/pulling/dragging items Standing for long periods

Sitting for long periods Working outside/underground

This job description isn't a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities required for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

TURN is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religious creed, and sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions).