Senior Maintenance Worker

Description

AGENCY OVERVIEW

Since our founding in 1895 in Marin County as an orphanage – and through subsequent years as Sunny Hills Services – Side by Side has been at the forefront of best practices in child welfare, working with the most vulnerable youth in our community. Today, Side by Side operates in four counties – Marin, Alameda, Sonoma, and Napa – across the Bay Area, reaching nearly 2,500 children, young adults, and family members per year with much-needed services related to behavioral and mental health, early intervention in schools, LGBTQIA+ support, transitional housing for foster youth, and special education. 

Side by Side places high value on individuals with a passion for helping underserved youth and families in a collaborative and inclusive work culture. We strive to work together to create a trauma-informed workplace where we walk the walk of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging principles.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Sr. Maintenance Worker’s general duties consist of maintaining the San Anselmo Campus buildings and grounds in a high degree of cleanliness and in good functional condition.

COMPENSATION

This position has an hourly rate of pay between $31.00 to $36.00 based on experience.

BENEFITS

• 3 weeks of paid vacation for F/T employees increasing to 4 weeks of vacation after 2 years of service (for all non-school based employees).
• 2 weeks of sick leave for F/T employees with 2 additional sick days for direct service staff
• 10 paid holidays per year and 1 Self-Care Anniversary Day each year
• 99% employer-paid Medical for F/T employees including platinum level Kaiser Permanente insurance, Sutter Health or Anthem options
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Long Term Disability insurance up to $9,000 per month, plus $50,000 Life and AD&D insurance. Employees also have the option to purchase additional life insurance at their own cost.
• 403b Retirement Plan with agency match after one year of employment
• Professional development and other learning opportunities including unlimited access to over 1,000 behavioral health courses online. Side By Side is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness certified employer
• FREE Employee Assistance Program including up to 10 complimentary personal counseling sessions per problem, per year for staff and dependents
• Employee recognition program with $500 bonus awards
• Employee referral bonus of up to $1,000
• Pet Insurance

DUTIES/RESPONSABILITIES/EXPECTATIONS

• Respond promptly to maintenance requests and emergencies, diagnosing issues and performing repairs as needed. Maintain documentation of routine and preventative maintenance for Health & Safety, Joint Commission, and Life Safety compliance.
• Routine repairs consisting of repairs to furniture, doors, locks, windows, screens, tiles, interior/ exterior walls and trim; repairs to plumbing fixtures, water leaks, valves, sump/recycle pumps, clogged toilets / drains, and garbage disposals; repairs to light fixtures, switches, receptacles, sensors, timers and some appliance repair such as vacuums, washers, dryers, dishwashers, etc.
• Routine Grounds work consisting of picking up trash from around grounds and cottages, repairs to irrigation system, clearing ditches and storm drains, doing some pest control, maintaining the baseball field and children’s playground, making sure lawns/ bushes are trimmed/mowed and premises look in good condition and appearance. Maintaining all ground keeping equipment such as lawn mowers, chain saws, leaf blowers, etc.
• Routine pool maintenance consisting of daily checking of chemical balance, weekly inspection/ cleaning/vacuuming, bi-weekly filter backwashing, tile and deck cleaning, making sure safety equipment and signage are in order and in good condition.
• Other repairs and maintenance consisting of furnace filters washed or replaced, blowers lubricated, exhaust fans serviced, water temperature checked, fire extinguishers inspected monthly, fire alarm and pull stations reset, interior and exterior painting, gutters and downspouts cleaned and repaired, buildings pressure washed as needed, GFI outlets tested, repairs to driveways/pathways, minor repairs to roofs, trips to the dump for debris disposal, and special interior and exterior projects as needed.
• Set up and put away tables and chairs for special meetings and various events, moving of furniture, file boxes, computers, etc. Pick-up and delivery of donations as requested. Occasional janitorial relief work if necessary.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be able to perform work independently and be able to determine the nature of the work to be performed and the materials and supplies required. 
• Must have demonstrated advanced skills and knowledge in the areas of building and grounds maintenance and the use of necessary tools and equipment.
• Must be stable, mature, service-oriented, and able to relate well with staff and children.
• Must be able to read and speak English.
• Must be flexible in accomplishing tasks as required and have the ability to work some overtime for emergency work if needed.  
• Must be organized and able to respond quickly in emergency situations.
• Must have experience in safe work practices, including PPE and the understanding of material safety data sheets. (SDS) 
• Must posses a valid California Driver’s License and be insurable on agency insurance. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts, in high places and outside in all weather conditions. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Must be able to use all mechanical maintenance equipment and supplies safely.
• Standing for extended periods of time.
• Walking, sitting, twisting and bending for brief periods of time.
• Occasional reaching and/or grasping using hands and/or arms.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
• May be required to ascend/descend stairs or ladders.
• Visual ability to read documents and computer monitor.
• Exposure to sharp tools, characteristic of a construction environment.
• Ability to drive.

AGENCY EXPECTATIONS

• Adhere to all Health and Safety policies and procedures administratively as well as related to the care of our clients.
• Administer duties as defined by the agency performance review plan within the required deadlines.
• Attend required meetings and complete training courses as assigned.
• Follow agency policies and procedures.
• Must maintain strict confidentiality related to client, staff and other school information.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

Side by Side provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.