Join to apply for the Facilities Associate role at San Jose Conservation Corps and Charter School Position Title: Facilities Associate Division: Administration Department: Facilities Reports to: Vice President, Administration FLSA Status: Non-Exempt (hourly) / Full-Time Compensation: $26.73 - $31.53 per hour, depending on experience Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8am - 4:30pm; occasional evenings and weekends needed. Earlier start time may be required on occasion to complete projects. Location: Primarily 1560 Berger Drive, some presence needed at 2650 Senter Road. Travel: 35% About the San Jose Conservation Corps (SJCC+CS) One of the first urban conservation corps in the country, SJCC+CS, founded in 1987, empowers young adults aged 18 to 27 to upskill and advance their careers in conservation and green spaces. We operate a paid workforce development program and a WASC-accredited charter high school, offering a unique blend of education and practical experience. Our mission is to create transformational change and build a hopeful, sustainable community. Position Summary The Facilities Associate reports to the Vice President of Administration and may perform construction and maintenance duties under the supervision of the Community Housing Solutions Coordinator. This role ensures campus maintenance requests are fulfilled, coordinates administration and construction activities, and supports a welcoming environment for staff, students, and visitors. Job Duties Facilities & Maintenance (75%) Coordinate fulfillment of facility maintenance requests for both campuses in order of priority set by the Senior Construction Manager. Track and update the maintenance request tracking system in a timely manner. Create reports on maintenance, repairs, safety and other occurrences as needed. Coordinate office moves for new and existing staff at all campuses, ensuring efficient and smooth transitions and maintaining detailed records of activities. Measure square footage of rooms and offices & update paperwork at both campuses as needed. Communicate updates to the Accounting team. Assist with keeping campus maps up to date with correct office locations. Conduct pre-move inspections to confirm that the space is ready for occupancy and meets all safety and operational standards. Coordinate tenant move-in and move-out, ensuring smooth transitions for all parties involved. Vendor Relationships (15%) Oversee relationships with and performance of service vendors (janitorial, shredding company, etc.), verifying completion of work and addressing service concerns to the Vice President. Schedule and manage emergency repairs with outside vendors. Order supplies as needed. Construction (10%) Perform general indoor and outdoor maintenance duties at both Berger and Senter campuses. Complete monthly safety inspection and reports. Coordinate with the Safety Coordinator to implement emergency response drills and protocol and ensure Emergency Contact Sheets are updated monthly and stored in the Safety Drills Binder. Coordinate with maintenance, landscaping, and cleaning contractors to keep the campus clean, safe, and in good working order. May occasionally assist Construction (general construction tasks) or Zero Waste departments (cut helium tanks, repair / maintenance compost machine). Benefits Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance. Company pays for employee's dental and vision. Company-paid Life, LTD, and AD&D insurance. Retirement plan with up to 3% employer match after 1 year of service. Pet Insurance. FSA. Holiday, Vacation, and Sick leave. Tuition Reimbursement program. Credit Union benefits. Work Environment & Requirements This role requires sitting, standing, balancing, or walking on uneven and slippery surfaces, reaching, twisting, turning, climbing, kneeling, bending, stooping, squatting, crouching, grasping, and repetitive hand movements in the performance of daily duties. The position also requires both near and far vision when inspecting work and operating assigned equipment, plus the ability to speak and to hear. The ability to lift, carry, push and pull tools, equipment and supplies weighing up to 80 pounds is required. The incumbent works outdoors in all weather conditions, including wet, hot, cold, and may work after dusk. The work frequently involves hands in water. The incumbent may use chemicals such as grease and oils, solvents and/or pesticides which may expose the employee to fumes, dust, and air or skin contaminants. The nature of the work requires that the incumbent to use power and noise producing tools and equipment commonly subjecting the incumbent to vibration. Some of these requirements may be accommodated for otherwise qualified individuals requiring and requesting such accommodations. Equipment Used hand tools (hammer, screwdriver, wrench, etc.), power tools (electric drill, impact driver, leaf blower, etc.), smart phone, computer and keyboard/mouse. Reasonable Accommodations The San Jose Conservation Corps + Charter is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, SJCC+CS will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact accommodations@sjcccs.org. SJCC Commitment To Diversity, Equity, And Inclusion The San Jose Conservation Corps + Charter School provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. The Corps and School does not discriminate based on an individual's race, sex, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, military and veteran status, sexual orientation, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, hair style, hair texture or any other basis prohibited by law. Working at SJCC+CS means that you agree to and abide by our commitment to equity and our expectation that we all work together to create an inclusive work environment focused on a sense of belonging. Employment At-Will The San Jose Conservation Corps + Charter School is an “At-Will” employer. This means that employment with SJCC+CS is voluntarily entered into and staff members are free to resign at any time. Similarly, SJCC+CS may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or prior notice, as it deems appropriate. This at-will employment relationship can be changed only in a written agreement signed by the staff member and the Executive Director of SJCC+CS. COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement All new hires will be required to provide proof of vaccination absent an approved medical or religious exemption prior to their start date. If a new hire is in the process of being vaccinated, their start date may be adjusted to a future date after they have been vaccinated. Fully vaccinated means that it has been at least two weeks since the person has completed the entire recommended initial series of a COVID-19 vaccine. Apply To apply, please complete an online application via Paycom. This position is open until filled. Incomplete applications are not accepted. Please allow adequate time to complete the application or the system may not save your application. If your online application was successfully submitted, you will receive an automatic confirmation email to the email address you provided. Please contact recruitment@sjcccs.org if you have any questions. Minimum Qualifications High School Diploma or equivalent. 2 years of experience in a construction, handyman, maintenance, or similar role. OSHA 30 certification. Driving Record and Requirements This position requires frequent transportation between locations. Candidates must submit a copy of their DMV driver’s record. The candidate also must possess and continue to maintain a valid California Class C driver’s license and a clean driving record. Employment Eligibility Federal law requires all employees to provide verification of their eligibility to work in the United States. Please be informed that San Jose Conservation Corps + Charter School will NOT sponsor, represent, or sign any documents related to visa applications/transfers for H1-B or any other type of visa which requires an employer application. Medical Verification State law requires all employees working with youth to provide medical verification of negative tuberculosis test results within the last year. Employees will also be required to submit proof of COVID-19 vaccination. Background Check and Fingerprinting If the position is offered and accepted, candidates will be required to undergo Live Scan Fingerprinting as well as a background check, which includes a state and federal criminal history record check. Drug Screen If the position is offered and accepted, candidates will be required to undergo and pass a 5-panel drug screen. 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