INTRODUCTORY PERIOD:
All regular appointees serve a six (6) month introductory period.

CITIZENSHIP/IMMIGRATION STATUS:
In accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, Neighborhood House Association hires only U.S. citizens and others lawfully authorized to work in the U.S. 

This Job Announcement is not an offer of employment. The provisions of this job announcement do not constitute an express or implied contract. Any of the provisions contained in this job announcement may be modified or revoked without notice. Any person who is hired may voluntarily leave their employment upon giving proper notice and may be terminated by the Agency at any time and for any reason.  Any oral or written statements to the contrary are hereby expressly disavowed and should not be relied upon by any prospective or existing employee.

Please note that offers of employment are only valid if they are made by the Human Resources Department

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

Work location: 5660 Copley Drive San Diego, CA 92111

POSITION PURPOSE:

Under general supervision, performs a wide variety of semi-skilled and skilled tasks in the alteration, maintenance and repair of Association-owned and leased buildings, structures, and facilities; operates a variety of light-and medium-duty motorized equipment and vehicles; and performs related work as required.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:

Maintenance Technician I is the entry-level class. Initially under direct supervision, incumbents learn and perform a variety of semi-skilled duties in the alteration, maintenance, repair and servicing of Association-owned and leased buildings, structures, facilities, equipment, and mechanical systems and in the maintenance and upkeep of landscaped areas. This class is alternately staffed with Maintenance Technician II, and incumbents may advance to the higher level after gaining experience and demonstrating proficiency which meet the qualifications for the higher level class.

Maintenance Technician II is the full journey-level class in this series. Under general supervision, incumbents perform the full range of assigned duties. This class differs from the lower-level class of Maintenance Technician I in the skill level required, the complexity of assigned projects, and the degree of independence with which the assignments are carried out.

DESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

The level and scope of the knowledge and abilities listed below vary according to the I versus II levels distinguished above.

        Knowledge of:

• Basic principles, methods, materials, tools and equipment used in rough and finish carpentry, cabinetry and wood finishing.
• Basic principles, methods, materials, tools and equipment used in the building construction and/or mechanical and electrical trades.
• Shop mathematics.
• Basic plumbing methods, techniques and tools.
• Basic methods and materials used in concrete work, surface patching, and brick and masonry repair.
• Surface preparation and application of paints appropriate to different internal and external surfaces.
• Operation and maintenance of a wide variety of hand, power and shop tools and equipment common to the fields of electrical, plumbing, carpentry and related building trades.
• Basic ground keeping methods, tools and equipment.
• Safe work methods and safety regulations pertaining to the work

        Ability to:

• Operate and maintain specialized tools used in electrical, carpentry, plumbing and related building trades;
• Operate standard equipment and tools used in the performance of grounds keeping tasks;
• Measure and calculate angles, lengths and volumes;
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions;
• Estimate necessary materials and equipment to complete assignments;
• Exercise independent judgment and initiative without close supervision;
• Prepare basic records and reports;
• Read and interpret manuals, specifications, drawings and blueprints;
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those encountered in the course of the work.

Experience and Training:

A typical way of obtaining the knowledge, skills and abilities outlined above is Graduation from high school or GED equivalent; and one year of experience in one of the building maintenance trades, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Maintenance Technician I may be considered for advancement to Maintenance Technician II after demonstrating proficiency to perform the full range of duties of the latter class. It is expected to be capable of meeting the proficiency criteria within a 12–24 month period, depending on an individual’s prior experience and progression in performing the full range of Maintenance Technician II duties as described in the established performance criteria.

LICENSE, CERTIFICATIONS, & SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

A valid California driver’s license. Must meet and maintain a valid background check. Must provide proof of COVID 19 vaccination.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS:

The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools or controls and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to stand and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to walk; sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Must frequently lift and/or move up to fifty (50) pounds, and occasionally up to one-hundred (100) pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

Mental Demands:

While performing the duties of this class, employees are regularly required to use written and oral communication skills; read and interpret data, information and documents; analyze and solve problems; use shop math; observe and interpret situations; learn and apply new information or new skills; work under deadlines with constant interruptions; and interact with Association staff, other organizations and the public.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee occasionally works in outside weather conditions, near moving mechanical parts, and/or is exposed to wet or humid conditions and vibration. The employee may be required to work in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is occasionally loud. 

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this position.

• Performs a variety of semi-skilled and skilled tasks involved in the maintenance, servicing, repair and alteration of buildings, structures and facilities, including carpentry, painting, plumbing, irrigation, heating, air conditioning, and minor repairs to electrical and mechanical systems; diagnoses equipment failures and repairs, maintains and replaces equipment and parts;
• Makes adjustments to heating and air conditioning equipment; inspects, cleans and replaces filters, pumps and equipment controls; operates and calibrates controls on cooling and heating units; performs preventative maintenance on heating and air conditioning equipment; greases and changes belts;
• Performs cement, masonry, plaster or brick work; repairs drywalls;
• Installs water piping; packs faucets, wipes and flushes joints; cleans out drains and obstructions in water systems;
• Lays linoleum and ceramic tiles; repairs and replaces linoleum, tile and floor carpeting;
• Paints a variety of surfaces, using brushes, rollers and spray equipment; prepares surfaces for painting and resurfacing;
• Repairs and installs doors; makes minor repairs to cabinets, counter tops, window sashes and screens;
• Reads and interprets blueprints, drawings, specifications and manuals; estimates and requisitions materials and supplies for assigned projects;
• Responds to emergency calls to repair and/or secure buildings and structures;
• Performs grounds maintenance duties; maintains and repairs irrigation systems and equipment;
• Installs and repairs fences;
• Documents and reports unsafe conditions of necessary repairs;
• Performs general janitorial duties to facilities;
• Operates light- and medium-duty motorized equipment and vehicles; inspects and services equipment to maintain proper operating and safety requirements;
• Operates small trucks and forklifts and performs utility duties such as loading, hauling and unloading of furniture, materials and supplies; operates trucks and other vehicles to travel to various Association sites;
• Makes oral and written reports of work done;
• Completes basic records, such as work orders, time sheets, requisitions and accident reports.