Maintenance Assistant

Fremont - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

A little about us Kidango () is an early learning nonprofit committed to setting every child on a path to thrive in kindergarten and in life. We believe that all children can reach their full potential if they and their families have access to the right opportunities and resources. As the largest child care provider in the San Francisco Bay Area we provide thousands of children especially those from low-income families with safe healthy nurturing environments and relationships. Through our policy work we aim to take our expertise beyond the children and families that we serve and drive change in early childhood education at the local state and federal levels. Our goal is to make sure all children have the social emotional and academic skills they need to learn grow and realize their potential.

What Youll Be Doing

Performs a variety of semi-skilled repair duties in landscaping gardening plumbing electrical and general clean-up with minimal supervision.
Keeps buildings facilities and equipment clean in proper running order and in good working condition.
Documents all observations of needed repairs or unsafe environments and informs supervisor in a timely manner.
Completes work orders and performs repairs and renovations as scheduled.
Receives distributes stores and delivers maintenance equipment and supplies. Keeps equipment clean and in good operating condition.
Maintains inventory of equipment tools and supplies.
Sets-up and breaks-down furniture and equipment in auditorium and other facilities as scheduled.
Follows all policies and procedures common safety practices and injury prevention.
Maintains all required safety equipment in good working condition.
Maintains inventory of equipment tools and supplies making sure they are clean and in good operating condition.
Complies with maintenance dress code.
Transports delivers and stores food supplies and/or materials.
Follows agency procedures for use of Kidango vehicles.
Attend meetings as requested.
Perform all other duties as assigned.
Participates in activities that further professional growth of self and staff.
Works as a member of the agency team by promoting the mission and philosophy of the organization.
Maintains confidentiality of children families and staff.
Provides a safe clean environment for children staff and families.
Provides excellent customer service to all staff clients and contacts of agency.
Advocates on behalf of all children families and staff of agency.
Skilled at social emotional relationships with staff families children and the community.
Works as a member of the agency team by promoting the mission and philosophy of the agency.
Ability to work effectively with a diverse group of people.
Strong oral written communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with people from a wide range of backgrounds.
All other duties as assigned.
Cool under pressure.
Accurately scopes out length and difficulty of tasks and projects.

Preferred qualifications

Two years experience performing a variety of maintenance tasks with minimal supervision.
Knowledge of maintenance equipment and tools including an understanding of safety measures required.
Able to perform heavy physical labor with maintenance equipment of various weights.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Able to work a flexible schedule.

Compensation

$31.05$31.05 USD

Additional Requirements

Must pass a health screening and TB test
Must pass background fingerprint clearance
Valid Driver License
Must be 18 years or older
The ability to lift up to 30lbs may be needed during some job duties
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions

Perks

An opportunity to improve real lives solve hard problems and change the world
Friendly supportive and adventurous environment with a team of engaged colleagues
A comprehensive industry-leading benefits package
Opportunities to connect with and learn from colleagues and partners around the world

Drug-Free Workplace

We believe every employee has the right to work in an environment that is free from all forms of unlawful discrimination. Consistent with applicable laws Kidango makes all decisions involving any aspect of the employment relationship without regard to race color religion age gender sexual orientation marital status national origin citizenship the presence of any physical or mental disability of someone otherwise qualified veteran status genetic information or any other status or characteristic protected by local state or federal law other than those positions which are deemed ministerial in nature. Discrimination and/or harassment based on any of those factors are inconsistent with our philosophy of doing business and will not be tolerated. This policy of non-discrimination applies to all aspects of application procedures hiring advancement transfers reductions in force discharge compensation training or other terms conditions and privileges of employment.

EEO

A diverse and inclusive workplace where we learn from each other is an integral part of Kidangos culture. We actively welcome people of different backgrounds experiences abilities and perspectives. We are an equal opportunity employer and a great place to work. Join us and help us achieve our mission!

A little about us Kidango () is an early learning nonprofit committed to setting every child on a path to thrive in kindergarten and in life. We believe that all children can reach their full potential if they and their families have access to the right opportunities and resources. As the largest ch...