GLIDE is a nationally recognized center for social justice dedicated to fighting systemic injustices creating pathways out of poverty and crisis and transforming its integrated comprehensive services advocacy initiatives and inclusive community GLIDE empowers individuals families and children to achieve stability and to thrive. GLIDE is on the forefront of addressing some of societys most pressing issues including poverty housing and homelessness and racial and social justice. GLIDEs mission is to create a radically inclusive just and loving community mobilized to alleviate suffering and break the cycles of poverty and marginalization.
The Maintenance Technician I performs a variety of maintenance duties throughout the interior and exterior of the organizations facilities. This individual works both independently and collaboratively with other staff to conduct proactive preventative and reactive maintenance tasks. The Maintenance Technician I will troubleshoot issues quickly repair or replace parts and equipment and maintain mechanical electrical plumbing and other systems (activities that do not require licensure). They will also perform routine janitorial duties and coordinate with contracted or licensed maintenance specialists and vendors when necessary. Ensuring safety and asset control procedures are always followed is a key responsibility. Regular and predictable attendance is critical.
The Maintenance Technician I must be able to work overtime weekends and holidays as needed and be on call for emergencies or disaster response. Additionally the Maintenance Technician I is designated as an emergency disaster worker at Glide.
Responsibilities and Duties:
Perform routine and preventive maintenance and make repairs. Perform emergency service as required;
Duties include: cleaning furnace and air conditioning screens oiling motors and moving parts changing locks inventorying servicing/maintaining HVAC painting minor carpentry repairing/replacing office equipment and/or furniture minor electrical work (not requiring a licensed electrician) such as replacing light bulbs and fuses routine maintenance and repair work (e.g. door and window hardware replacement drywall repair replacing acoustical and linoleum tiles routine plumbing (e.g. repair/replace leaking faucets unplug blockages) servicing mechanical systems drywall patching window repairs mopping vacuuming laying flooring washing windows power washing the building facade power washing and cleaning sidewalks processing trash/refuse processing recycling moving equipment/furniture hanging things on walls properly and similar activities;
Performs daily cleaning/janitorial duties;
Performs pest control: inspects premises to identify infestation source and extent of damage to property wall and roof porosity and access to infested locations. Review reports and diagrams of infested areas and determine treatment type required to eliminate and prevent recurrence of infestation. Direct and/or assist outside contractors in treatment and extermination processes to eliminate and control rodents and insects;
Checks work performed by outside contractors ensuring all items are performed to specification;
Maintain equipment tools and the facilities offices workshop and storage to ensure optimum safety efficiency and asset control.
Meet professional obligations through efficient work habits such as: meeting deadlines honoring schedules attending and actively participating in staff and individual meetings.
Uses ticketing system radios and cell phones to collect share and file information related to maintenance work needed and/or completed. Proactively inspects assigned areas for repair.
Engages in continuous training to improve maintenance skills.
Qualifications:
Must successfully pass a Criminal Background Check including a comprehensive review at the local state and federal levels (includes fingerprinting and cross-referencing with law enforcement databases).
Must have basic conversational English skills to understand instructions communicate with team members and ensure safety on the job.
Ability to perform a wide variety of maintenance and operational tasks;
Ability to follow instructions and ask questions respectfully in a sometimes fast paced and changing environments.
Contributes to a team environment works independently and collaboratively;
Demonstrated ability to prioritize work and multi-task within specific timelines;
Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision;
Excellent interpersonal skills. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Exercises sound judgment in interactions with others;
Must be highly self-motivated. Maintains a high level of service and work performance;
Proven problem-solving abilities;
Strong customer service orientation. Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment in a calm and proficient manner;
Works well under pressure and manages stress effectively in a demanding fast paced environment;
Demonstrates Cultural Humility. Works effectively across cultures. Demonstrates a commitment to learning communicating and working respectfully with people different from themselves;
Commitment to the mission values and philosophy of GLIDE.
Education:
High school diploma/GED and 1 years of verifiable hands-on general maintenance experience (i.e. plumbing electrical carpeting painting etc.) is preferred with proficiency in at least one major area or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job
Ability to read assembly instructions follow inspection sheets and otherwise follow directions in English.
Basic knowledge of the use and operation of hand tools power tools and equipment such as hammers hoists drills and wrenches precision measuring devices and electrical testing devices. Basic knowledge of proper safety techniques and procedures;
Basic knowledge of how to safely mix transfer and dispose of construction materials such as concrete paint cleaning chemicals adhesives and plasters;
Experience working in a non-profit/human service setting with a similar population including homeless poor substance users and persons with mental illness helpful.
Certificates Licenses Registrations:
Possession and maintenance of a valid California class C drivers license and a satisfactory driving record;
OSHA training technical certifications helpful;
First Aid/CPR N.E.R.T Incident Command training helpful but not required.
Must pass tuberculosis screening
Must show proof of pertussis influenza and measles and COVID immunizations
$23.13 - $26.74 an hour
This role will be covered by the collective bargaining agreement.
At GLIDE we ensure competitive and fair compensation by utilizing data from seven comprehensive pay surveys including Gallagher and analyzing over 450 nonprofits in our sector. Our pay structure considers location organization type and market trends to attract and retain top talent.
GLIDE is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As an equal opportunity employer we are committed to identifying and developing the skills and leadership of people from diverse backgrounds. People of color differently abled people and LGBT persons are strongly encouraged to apply.
GLIDE participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the employment eligibility of newly hired employees. E-Verify is a web-based system that helps employers verify work authorization in the United States. For more information please visit .
Work Environment:
GLIDEs buildings are in the Tenderloin maintains an open door policy for the community and its clients who frequently enter and leave the building.
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