Maintenance Repair Worker

San Diego Youth Services seeks a Maintenance Repair Worker in the Facilities program to be based in San Diego. This is a full-time & non-exempt position reporting to the Chief Program Officer and Facilities Manager. 

San Diego Youth Services:  Who we are

San Diego Youth Services has helped improve the lives of more than 840,000 homeless, runaway and vulnerable youth since its beginning in 1970. We provide safe places to live and long-term solutions through shelter, foster homes, community centers and housing to more than 28,000 youth every year at 100+ community and school locations. Through prevention, early intervention and treatment, we also help youth before they need higher levels of care or become homeless.

We aim to:

1. Meet the basic needs of youth. Hunger, poverty and youth homelessness are on the rise for many youth and their families today. We help meet these basic needs for youth. What could be more vital than food and shelter? We provide safe places to live and long-term solutions through shelter, foster homes, community centers and housing.
2. Create positive connection. We help youth focus on positive life changes and healthy relationships as part of providing needed resources and services. San Diego Youth Services has long provided foster homes and adoption support services for families considering adopting a youth in the foster care system.
3. Help youth develop life skills. In addition to a range of safe and stable housing options, we offer support to help youth develop the independent living skills necessary to become self-sufficient and keep off the streets.
4. Promote overall health and well-being. Early intervention and care for the whole child are critical. We provide a broad continuum of services to help youth overcome trauma and challenges that put them at risk, including case management, counseling, mental health treatment and educational support and resources.

SDYS has a staff of approximately 250 employees and 80 volunteers working across San Diego County and an annual budget of approximately $24 million. 

You can learn more about us at www.sdyouthservices.org 

CONTEXT OF THE POSITION:

Accountable to the Chief Program Officer and Facilities Manager for repairs and maintenance of San Diego Youth Services (SDYS) properties as assigned. Repairs and maintenance to include electrical, patchwork, drywall install and prep. Carpentry, doors, windows, cement, painting, plumbing, furnace maintenance and lock installation or repair. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Maintain data collection and contract compliance of records as required. Maintain accurate records of all work completed, and monthly reporting of materials & supplies purchases.
• Repair items as necessary at SDYS properties.
• Assist the Facilities Manager in developing and implementing a maintenance schedule for SDYS properties.
• Advise Admin and Center staff on preventative maintenance issues.
• Attend Administrative Support Team meetings on a regular basis.
• Participate in implementing the agency’s resource development plan as appropriate.
• Assist Real Estate Director and Facilities Manager on the review, negotiation and awarding of bids from outside vendors for major work at all SDYS facilities and supervise the work of outside licensed contractors to ensure contract compliance and any HIPPA related requirements on construction sites.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

SDYS EXPECTATIONS:

• Adhere to and uphold the rigorous standards of SDYS as mandated by its mission, purpose, guiding principles and standards of quality.
• Maintain confidentiality and privacy standards of service partner protected health information and other applicable information and material in accordance to agency and center policies, and applicable regulations and laws including HIPAA.
• Welcome and support SDYS volunteers and assist them in accomplishing their services whenever applicable.
• Effectively communicate with people from diverse backgrounds and experiences.
• Recognize, nurture, and learn from strengths in co-workers.
• Maintain warm, welcoming and safe work environments.
• Possess flexibility to accomplish job responsibilities in several work environments, whether it be from home, on the road, or in an office.

REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Five years’ experience in general repairs and building maintenance to include electrical, patchwork, carpentry, doors, windows, cement, painting, plumbing, drywall install, furnace maintenance, lock repair, etc.
• Must have a valid driver's license and vehicle insurance.
• Must provide own transportation and tools.
• Must be willing to be fingerprinted and other clearance processes (hire is pending the results of appropriate clearances).
• General Contractor’s License is preferred but not required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Physical fitness: Prolonged periods standing and walking.
• Mobility: Must be able to climb ladders, bend, or crawl into awkward spaces.
• Strength: Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds at a time.
• Manual dexterity: Possess manual dexterity.
• Mechanical and mathematical aptitude: Having good mechanical and mathematical aptitude is preferred.

STRATEGIC IMPACT: 

Keeping facilities’ operations running smoothly without interruption and being supportive in urgent situations allows SDYS to complete mission.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: 

This position does not have supervisory responsibilities. 

Hourly Pay Range: $22-$24 

To apply, please send resume and cover letter through job posting on SDYS website.

SDYS offers a comprehensive benefits package to full time employees that includes generous PTO, personal holidays, health, vision, dental, life insurance, parental leave and a 403(b)-retirement plan with matching contribution.  SDYS is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) employer.

All are welcome at San Diego Youth Services.  

As an organization working to meet the basic needs of youth, create positive connections, help youth develop life skills, and promote overall health and well-being, SDYS believes its practices and actions must reflect the highest level of commitment to access, equity, and social justice. 

The collective sum of the individual differences, life experiences, knowledge, innovation, self-expression, and talent that our members invest in their work represents not only part of the SDYS’ culture, but the SDYS’ reputation and achievements as well. SDYS remains open to feedback from all communities it touches and knows that input from those with direct experience of issues will make the SDYS more effective in achieving its goals.

SDYS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.  Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. In compliance with the Immigration and Nationality Act as amended, all new employees must verify their eligibility to work in the United States.

SDYS is proud to be a kindness certified company.