Facilities Technician

HOME OF GUIDING HANDS CORPORATION•El Cajon, CA

43d•$20 - $20

About The Position

As a Facilities Technician, you’ll play a key role in ensuring our community homes are comfortable, secure, and fully operational. Working closely with the Facilities Supervisor, you’ll handle a variety of general and preventative maintenance tasks across agency-owned and leased properties, from repairs and equipment upkeep to grounds maintenance. Your work directly supports our staff and enhances the quality of life for the individuals we serve—making a real difference every day. If you enjoy variety in your work, value independence, and want a role where your skills truly matter, this is a rewarding opportunity to grow and make an impact.

Requirements

Knowledge of general building maintenance and repair practices.
Knowledge of HIPAA guidelines and patient privacy requirements.
Working knowledge of computer systems, including Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook for record keeping and communication.
Ability to read, write, and understand the English language.
Strong time management skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize workload.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with consumers, coworkers, neighbors, volunteers, vendors, and the general public.
High level of patience and the ability to remain calm and professional in frustrating situations.
Physical ability to see, hear, speak, walk, bend, stoop, sit, stand, reach, and repeatedly lift up to 30 pounds during a shift.
Ability to lawfully and safely operate an agency vehicle in all traffic and weather conditions.
High School diploma or GED required.
Minimum of three (3) years of maintenance experience with progressive responsibility.
Must be at least 18 years of age at the time of hire.
Current CPR and First Aid certification required (must be maintained).
Valid California driver’s license with proof of a safe driving record (current DMV report required) and at least 24 months of licensed driving experience.
Must pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening within 48 hours of a job offer.
Must pass a pre-employment health screening and TB test, and comply with annual testing thereafter.
Must obtain criminal records clearance through DHS and/or DSS (Live Scan fingerprinting).

Responsibilities

Performs routine maintenance and general repairs to assigned community group homes, including but not limited to appliances, communications equipment, HVAC systems, grounds including irrigation, plumbing, electrical, general carpentry, interior and exterior walls and surfaces and specialized janitorial services as required.
Uses all tools as required in a proficient manner to perform varied tasks.
Inspects assigned homes to ascertain needed repairs and to ensure proactive approach to all preventative maintenance on a regular basis.
Reports facilities needing repair or alteration to Facilities Coordinator and assists with the project specification, estimating, and material procurement related to all projects.
Takes all necessary precautions when using any hazardous equipment or other materials to ensure compliance with all regulations and to ensure safety of consumers and staff.
Performs on-call duties as assigned.
Performs routine check of assigned vehicle (i.e. oil, air pressure, etc.)
Calculate amounts of required material and estimate costs.
Responds to all verbal and written requests in a courteous, professional and timely manner.
Interacts appropriately with all agency employees, consumers, visitors, contractors and vendors.
Maintains all written records as required; and follows all accounting procedures for proper submission of receipts, and invoices.
Responds to emergency situations as may be necessary via cell phones and/or pager as assigned.
Maintains a professional, personal appearance.
Presents self and represents agency in a professional manner at all time and in all situations.
Acts in an independent manner, problem solves, and works well with minimal supervision.
Prioritizes and schedules tasks in an efficient manner.
Performs other duties as assigned.