Facilities Coordinator

Description

Our Mission: 

Since 1981, the Orangewood Foundation has passionately advocated for young people facing foster care, homelessness, and trafficking. Our mission is to empower these individuals by supporting the futures they envision, providing dedicated one-on-one support to help them achieve their dreams and goals.

Our Programs & Services: 

We provide programs and services in four essential areas: Basic Needs & Support, Education, Life Skills & Employment, and Transitional Housing & Support.

Our Vision: A community where every young person thrives. This is our long-term goal for young people in Orange County. We embody this goal every time we talk to a young person, a volunteer, a community member, and to each other.
 

Our Commitment: Equal Opportunity Employer, Flexible Scheduling, Powerful Teamwork, Personal Fulfillment, Thriving Community, Professional Development, Mental & Physical Wellness, Competitive Compensation

Our Values: At Orangewood, recently ranked #27 in Best Places to Work 2025, we take pride in fostering a positive and supportive workplace culture. We ask all staff to uphold the following core values: Trust, Respect, Empathy, Inclusion, and Advocacy

Position Title: Facilities Coordinator

Employment Classification: Full-Time; Hourly; Non-Exempt
Shift: Monday-Friday 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM

Reports to: Facilities Manager

Department: Facilities

Position Summary: 

The Facilities Coordinator will split their time working at Samueli Academy and other Orangewood Foundation sites, completing various maintenance related tasks, overseen by the Facilities Manager. 

Major Areas of Responsibility: 

• The Facilities Coordinator will manage the completion of the day-to-day work orders and projects at multiple sites.  
• Complete the campus preventative maintenance plan as needed based on best practices and compliance requirements.
• Complete maintenance tasks in various building repairs such as HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing, Fire Alarm, Controls, Security, and landscaping to minimize downtime.
• Communicate necessary repairs effectively to the facilities manager and team while keeping updated notes in our ticketing software.
• Work with outside vendors that are contracted for maintenance and repairs.
• Effectively and proactively communicate and build relationships with the team.
• Coordinate with facilities team to ensure all facilities are well maintained and up to standards.
• Monitor supplies and spare parts inventory and coordinates orders with the Facilities manager.
• Ensure maximum productivity and efficiency associated with maintenance. 
• Accurately and efficiently close work orders to meet the department's goals.
• Additional duties   as assigned by direct supervisor.

Requirements

Knowledge, Skill, and Experience Requirements: 

• Skilled trade school preferred.
• Carpentry, drywall and painting are preferred.
• HVAC experience valued.
• Minimum of three years of maintenance technician experience is preferred. 
• OSHA 10-hour safety card preferred.
• Experience monitoring and managing building management software and systems.
• Ability to understand work orders, installation manuals, other written materials, etc.
• Experience with and   ability to work safely with power tools when needed.
• Prior customer service experience in professional environment.
• Proficient in   Microsoft Office applications. 
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Comfortable presenting oneself in community settings.
• Comfortability working around adolescents in a school setting and in residential housing locations.
• Possess a valid California driver’s license and proof of automobile insurance. The position requires DMV clearance.
• Pre-employment screenings include a criminal background check, FBI/DOJ fingerprinting, TB test, drug screen, and employment verification.
• A  Plum.io assessment is a required part of the application process, and your application will not be considered complete until the assessment is submitted. Visit this link to learn more: https://www.plum.io/about 

Essential Qualities:

• Understanding and passion for the Foundation’s mission, vision, and values. 
• Enjoys working directly with youth, volunteers, community partners, etc. 
• Takes pride in their work and enjoys helping others.
• You enjoy getting things done and are excellent at following through on what you say you will do.
• A great collaborator who has various knowledge about building maintenance with a can-do attitude.

Working Environment/Physical Requirements: 

• The position may require the use of their personal vehicle.
• Physical requirements include standing, sitting, typing, bending, lifting, and moving heavy objects (over 50 lbs.). (i.e., tables, chairs, food, water, etc.)
• Modification to work schedule may be made based on needs of the Foundation.

Benefits:

• Medical – Blue Shield HMO & PPO + HRA 
• Delta Dental 
• Vision (EyeMed Network) 
• FSA – Healthcare & Dependent Care
• Mental Health through Headspace (virtual & in person therapy included) 
• EAP – through Umum & Headspace 
• Life/Disability/Accident/Critical Illness 
• Pet Insurance 
• 403b with company match 
• Cell Phone Stipend

Time-off Benefits:

• 5 Sick Days per year 
• Up to 3 Floating Holidays per year 
• Year one - 15 Days of PTO accrued at 5 hours per pay period 
• 13 Company Paid Holidays 

Orangewood Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race (including hair texture and protective hair styles such as braids, locks, and twists), religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and/or related medical conditions), gender, gender identity (including individuals who are transgender and/or transitioning), gender expression, age, sexual orientation, reproductive health decision-making, military and veteran status, or any other protected group, in accordance with all applicable federal or State laws.