Maintenance Technician (Worker): Interim Housing

CARDEA HEALTH•Castro Valley, CA

4d•$25 - $35•Onsite

About The Position

Cardea Health is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing compassionate health care to marginalized populations. Our mission is to create and support programs that protect the health and autonomy of vulnerable individuals and promote equity and social justice to improve the well-being of our entire community. We provide medical support to populations that experience homelessness. At Cardea, we are dedicated to creating a workplace that celebrates diversity and actively seeks to include underrepresented communities. We believe that diversity drives innovation and fosters a more dynamic, inclusive, and productive work environment. We actively encourage individuals from underrepresented backgrounds to apply for our open positions. We value your unique perspectives, experiences, and talents, and we are committed to providing equitable opportunities for growth and advancement. Join us in building a team that reflects the rich diversity of our society and let's make a positive impact together. Primary Work Location: Fairmont Respite is a tiny home community located near Fairmont Hospital. Cardea Health provides clinical services at Fairmont Respite, a 34 bed tiny home community that services individuals with clinical needs and provides housing navigation services. Cardea Health partners with Alameda County for the Homeless agency and the housing agency Five Keys to provided tailored services to unhoused individuals working to transition to permanent housing. Job Summary: The Fairmont Maintenance Technician will complete routine maintenance and minor repairs needed at the Supportive Housing program sites. Under the direction of Facilities Manager, the Maintenance Technician (Worker) will follow the prescribed building maintenance schedule to ensure optimal functioning of the hotel site. In addition, the Maintenance Technician (Worker) will respond to facilities issues to assess issues that arise. The Maintenance Technician (Worker) will repair issues within their scope and recommend next an approach for larger repairs.

Requirements

Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Excellent time management skills
Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Have a passion for serving marginalized populations
Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively
Professionalism, integrity, and a proactive approach to problem-solving
Flexibility to work outside regular business hours as needed
At least two years of related experience required
Proven experience as a skilled maintenance person

Nice To Haves

Experience working with people experiencing homelessness preferred
Experience working with people experiencing homelessness preferred

Responsibilities

Keep all rooms, common facilities, and other areas functional and in good repair
Perform cleaning activities such as dusting, mopping etc.
Perform minor fixes such as repairing broken locks, filling gaps on walls etc.
Check control panels and electrical wiring to identify issues
Install appliances and equipment
Do garden/yard upkeep by mowing lawn, collecting trash etc.
Conduct maintenance tasks such as replacing light bulbs
Inspect and troubleshoot equipment and systems (e.g. ventilation)
Check functionality of safety systems (e.g. fire alarm)
Collaborate with workers and other professionals during renovations
May be required to work occasional weekends or after-hours.