Maitenance/ Building Mechanic

POSITION 

The Maintenance/Building Mechanic position fills a vital role. Vista Hill has facilities from Ramona to the coast, El Cajon to National City. All facilities are serviced by a 4-person team that must have a variety of skills in maintenance, electrical, HVAC, carpentry, etc. An example of tasks include:

• The Maintenance Mechanic reports to the Facilities Manger on departmental and program projects.
• Performs repairs, maintenance, and project work as assigned.
• Responsible for safety problem resolution.
• Conducts walk through of assigned facilities collecting data and performs required equipment tests.
• Provides a clean work environment by effectively managing maintenance, repair, and project activities.
• Maintains customary relationship with vendors, local representatives for fire protection, law enforcement, public utilities and other agencies as required.
• Completes scheduled preventative maintenance procedures at required intervals.
• Responsible for performing equipment and work area safety checks.

· Performs other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS

· High School diploma

· Minimum of 3-4 years’ experience in maintenance or related field.

· Must have the ability to read blueprints.

· Must have experience with manual and power tools.

· Must have knowledge of safety practices related to hand and power tools.

· Must be free of parole and probation for a period specified by program contract.

· Must have a valid California driver's license and a clean driving record.

· Must pass pre-employment background check, TB and drug screening.

HOURS 

40 hours per week, primarily M-F, however, the nature of this jobs will result in overtime and possibly being called in afterhours/weekends if an urgent need arises.

PAY 

$24.00 per hour

This is a starting rate and may be adjusted up based on education and experience

Current Vista Hill employees in this job title for 2025 are paid $25.06 - $31.42 per hour

BENEFITS

Employees working at least 30 hours a week receive employer-paid benefits, including medical, dental, vision, paid time off (vacation and sick leave), paid holidays, employer-paid retirement contribution. Some programs qualify for student loan forgiveness programs.

Employees who work less than 30 hours a week do not qualify for healthcare benefits.

ABOUT US

Vista Hill is all about serving people. As a dynamic community-based organization, we develop and maintain a diverse array of quality services and programs throughout San Diego County. Our programs range from brief early intervention and preventive work with youth experiencing challenges, to treatment with school age kids, to long-term special education and training for individuals with developmental disabilities. We can be found assisting families in very difficult situations in many of our communities large and small, rural and suburban. You will see our caring staff working with challenging populations that most other agencies shy away from in areas that are conveniently located to the people we serve.

At Vista Hill we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. Vista Hill is an Equal Opportunity Employer.