Description

Interested in making a difference in young adults’ lives between the ages of 16-24? If so we may have the perfect job for you.

(San Jose) Job Corps is a government-funded, no-cost education and vocational training program administered by the U.S. Department of Labor that helps socioeconomically disadvantaged youth. We strive to fulfill this mission by following our Core 

Values of Safety, Individual Accountability, Respect, Integrity, Growth and Commitment.

Come and surround yourself with talented and professional individuals who have also taken the next step of making a difference in someone’s life.

You would not only have a great and dedicated team to work with, but you may also be eligible to take advantage of a comprehensive benefits plan which includes medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and PTO.

Schedule: Monday to Friday 8:00am-4:30pm

This position is full-time, onsite.

Job Summary: Responsible for responding to general maintenance work orders throughout the center.    

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Performs interior and exterior center janitorial, building maintenance and ground keeping assignments according to work orders.
• Performs minor building construction tasks.
• Be knowledgeable of the School Dude / Assets Essential work system (Computerized Maintenance Management System) 
• May work with assigned WBL (Work Based Learning) students
• Mows lawns, maintains grounds, picks up trash and papers.
• Cares for plants, trees, and flowers.
• May transport students by bus and automobile to various vocational sites, medical centers, recreational activities, courts, etc.
• Ensures that all tools and equipment are in good repair and kept in appropriate storage sheds and closets.
• Transports equipment and/or commodities throughout the center.
• Change light bulbs, replace faculty electrical cords, etc.…
• Adheres to all PRH, PAG, CDSS and CSD policies and procedures, and the Center’s Operating Procedures.
• Ensures all equipment and facilities are clean and maintained in accordance with Center, CSD and DOL standards.
• Attends all training sessions and staff meetings as scheduled. Is CPR and First Aid Certifiable.
• Maintains a work environment of zero accidents and injuries including no loss-time accidents.
• Ensures a work environment that provides an equal opportunity for all.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Qualifications:

Minimum: Must be able to read and write English at a high school level with at least six months of general maintenance experience. Must have a valid Driver License.

Preferred: Possess a High School Diploma. One-year experience of general maintenance experience.

Knowledge: Knowledge of methods needed to instill appropriate maintenance techniques; to read, comprehend, interpret, communicate, and execute instructions or directives fluently in English.

Physical Requirements:

Frequently

Sitting

Seeing

Hearing

Speaking

Driving

Occasionally

Standing

Walking

Lifting 50 pounds

Bending

Stooping

Squatting

Flexibility

Seldom

Climbing

Carrying

Kneeling

Pushing/Pulling

Running

Environmental Demands:

Equipment: Ability to operate office equipment 

Work Alone: Occasionally works alone

Work With Others: 85% of time spent working and interacting with team and other departments

Reading: Ability to read at a high school level

Writing: Ability to write at a high school level