Position Summary

• Responsible for the coordination of all maintenance, garden, and auto maintenance work to ensure that facilities and are safe and in compliance with organizational standards, both functional and aesthetics.
• Consults with the Ashram Administrator to assess work requests, set priorities, and coordinate the work.
• Other position-related tasks, as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Plans/prioritizes work requests with the Administrator
• Organizes, plans, and delegates work within the departments.
• Works with the Administrator to train and review the work of others.
• Assign various responsibilities as required.
• Coordinate and oversee the Maintenance, Garden, and Auto Maintenance Departments and employees.
• Serve as a liaison between the departmental heads, staff and volunteers.
• Write project reports with cost analysis for budget records.
• Process work orders, field work related requests and maintain punch lists.
• Prioritize and schedule work, both in-house and contracted.
• Procure pricing, bids and information.
• Meet with sales representatives and contractors.
• Coordinate design, space planning, specifications, schedules and drafting for projects.
• Prepare materials lists for ordering.
• Order, expedite and receive merchandise and supplies.
• Prepare letters, memos and proposals for review.
• Process department business documentation including but not limited to invoices, check requests, purchase orders, petty cash requests, credit payment verification, and employee time records.
• Maintain administrative records and files.
• Honor and maintain a strict level of confidentiality.
• Organize and maintain library of project handbooks, plans specifications and reference materials.
• Maintain safe working practices, safety classes and related records.
• Responsible to follow SRF’s policies and established processes.
• Other position-related tasks, as assigned.

Requirements

• A minimum of 7 to 10 years demonstrated successful background, supervisory experience and skill in the following maintenance trades; plumbing, electrical, carpentry and HVAC.
• The ability to apply a mastery of skill in procedures, techniques, use of tools and equipment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs required.
• Ability to read and write English.
• High school diploma or equivalent; Degree from a vocational school a plus
• Must have extensive knowledge of the materials necessary for the job.
• Familiarity with basic accounting practices.
• Must have and maintain a valid California driver’s license.
• Ability to operate a skip loader preferred
• Ability to work non-traditional hours and days as needed
• The ability to work autonomously and serve as a resource to others when complex problems and issues arise.
• The ability to plan and accomplish assigned goals.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to prioritize.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to prepare and present written and / or verbal presentations in both private and group settings.
• Knowledge of and experience with SRF principles and standards.
• Demonstrated successful supervisory experience.
• The ability to represent SRF adequately when dealing with the public.
• The ability to function well in a multi-task environment.
• The ability to lift up to 75 lbs., sit, stand, walk, bend, push or pull, climb and stretch, for extended periods of time.

Additional Details

This is a 40 hour per week position, Monday through Friday.

Local candidates only please. No reimbursement for relocation costs offered for this position.

We offer a competitive benefits package that features a variety of insurance coverage choices including group medical, dental, life insurance, a retirement plan and much more. We also provide paid sick, vacation and holiday time.

Pay range: $30.00 - $36.00 per hour.

Please email your resume and salary requirements to resumes@yogananda-srf.org. No phone calls please.