Maintenance Assistant

Volunteers of America Los Angeles•Woodland Hills, CA

13d•$22 - $23•Onsite

About The Position

VOALA Helping Our Most Vulnerable Change Their Life Stories Volunteers of America is a non-profit human services organization committed to serving people in need, strengthening families, and building communities. VOALA provides a variety of social services to Los Angeles area communities such as Head Start programs, Upward Bound college prep programs, veterans services, homeless shelters, low-income housing program as well as drug and alcohol rehabilitation. Learn more at www.voala.org. PAY RATE: $21.55 - $22.68 Per Hour BENEFITS: VOALA offers competitive medical, dental, vision and retirement benefits. JOB SUMMARY AND PURPOSE Reporting to a Maintenance Supervisor, the Maintenance Assistant I has responsibility for minor repairs and regular building and grounds maintenance for the assigned complex. This position requires the ability to work independently and with flexible hours.

Requirements

Must be able to pass a fingerprint clearance, background check, including criminal history, personal references, employment and education verifications
Ability to perform under circumstances of possible emotional stress and conflicts dealing with difficult, uncooperative, and potentially aggressive clients as VOALA serves the neediest of the needy in our programs which may include clients with homelessness, mental-illness, substance abuse, recently released from incarceration and other challenges.
High School Diploma or GED
Current California driver's license and clean driving record
Minimum of 1 year of experience in facilities maintenance or construction

Nice To Haves

Formal training in a Construction Trade specialty (plumbing, electrical, masonry, carpentry, HVAC, etc.)
Bilingual (English and Spanish)

Responsibilities

Maintains the interior and exterior of assigned buildings, parking lots and grounds in good condition
Performs or assists in execution of minor repairs that might include the following: Carpentry, Plumbing, Interior painting, Refurbishing and cleaning, Landscape and irrigation systems.
Handles basic maintenance and repair tasks independently, may be part of a team on more complex tasks.
Follows daily maintenance checklist provided by supervisor
Assures tools and supplies are stocked and appropriately secured in maintenance store rooms; maintains cleanliness and order of store rooms
Checks buildings for any safety concerns; understands and carries out VOALA, federal and other governmental regulations
Other duties as assigned
Services for this position must be provided on-site. As a result, the position requires incumbents to report to work on-site each day of active employment.
Maintains the interior and exterior of assigned buildings, parking lots and grounds in good condition
Performs or assists in execution of minor repairs as assigned
Keeps tools and stock in good order
Conducts regular inspections of assigned buildings and grounds
Drives company vehicle as required for pick up and delivery of supplies
Other duties as required and may be subject to change
As service providers to the underprivileged and vulnerable in our community, all employees are considered Mandated Reporters, and must report any instance of physical or sexual abuse to proper authorities.