Maintenance Associate

Department:
Administration

Status:
Regular Full-time

Pay: $22.00 per hour

Location:
Position is based in Chula Vista, but also supports various San Diego worksite locations

Schedule:
General operating hours are 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. (Must be available to work evenings as needed. Work schedule may include weekends to respond to crisis and emergency situations.)

Who we are

SBCS (formerly South Bay Community Services) transforms communities to support the well-being and prosperity of children, youth, and families. For more than 50 years, we’ve worked throughout San Diego to provide safe shelter, transitional housing, intervention prevention programs, mental health support, and many other services that meet the ever-changing needs of our communities.

Our organization is dedicated to offering high-quality services and ensuring all services align with the community's needs. To best serve our communities, SBCS partners with various grassroots organizations throughout California to develop innovative strategies that enhance services, empower clients, and ensure that culturally appropriate and trauma-informed care is offered. SBCS provides a wide range of services tailored to meet each client's unique needs.

At SBCS, our client-centered approach highlights the importance of respect, empathy, and compassion when interacting with all community members.

About YOU

You are an advocate and champion of nurturing communities where families can pursue their dreams and fulfill their potential.

You are dedicated to and energized by engaging directly with individuals and communities.

You care deeply about the well-being and prosperity of ALL children and youth throughout San Diego.

You want to become a part of an energetic and effective team, and contribute your expertise, creativity, and insights to a unique role encompassing program management, development, and direct counseling services for at-risk children, adolescents, and families.

About our organization

SBCS is home to a committed team of 470 dedicated employees and volunteers who diligently serve all of San Diego County. Having offered services for 52 years, SBCS is committed to providing hope and support for numerous young children, individuals, and families facing adversity. With an annual budget of $68 million, SBCS continues to be a beacon of assistance in the community.

Competitive and Sustainable Employee Pay Package:

SBCS offers competitive pay and additional benefits for full-time employees, including generous vacation time, holidays, health, vision, dental, flexible spending accounts, an employee assistance program, discount programs, public service forgiveness loan, and an excellent retirement plan with matching contributions.

Responsibilities:

Under the direct supervision of the Maintenance & Facility Manager and Program Director, the Maintenance Associate is responsible for performing a variety of manual tasks in the repair and maintenance of all assigned SBCS owned and rented facilities including apartment complexes and office buildings. Position may be assigned duties on a variety of projects, tasks and facilities.

DUTIES:

• The responsibilities of this role encompass maintenance, troubleshooting and repairs for all facilities and equipment, including plumbing, HVAC, electrical, flooring, painting/drywall and landscaping.
• Handles repairs and maintenance requests promptly and efficiently as assigned by supervisor and is proactive by identifying any additional repairs needed.
• Performs preventative maintenance to ensure equipment and systems are in optimal working conditions.
• Must practice safe behaviors and comply with all agency safety regulations, on-site practices and procedures.
• With the support of the Resident Manager and/or Department Director/Coordinator, will be responsible for preparing and cleaning units/residences for new incoming clients.
• Provides support with unit inspections and responding to maintenance needs.
• Completes emergency maintenance and repairs as needed.
• Completes landscaping at various sites, as needed.
• Picks up and delivers donations for all agency programs.
• Adherence to the daily/weekly/monthly and annual maintenance checklist.
• Maintai…