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Facilities Specialist - Closes 5/20/26

Salary

$55k - $67k

Min Experience

2 years

Location

Arcata, California, United States

JobType

full-time

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About the role

SUMMARY: 

Under direction of the Facility Supervisor, leads and coordinate activities of facility staff, contracted workers, and volunteers engaged in maintaining and repairing physical structures including all mechanical systems and landscape upkeep of buildings and maintaining grounds. Must possess a combination of skills required for Level’s I, II, and III listed below. This position works from Potawot Health Village but is required to give oversight and perform specialized projects and other related duties at all locations. This requires travel to satellite clinics as necessary.


ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Level I

  • Collaborate and oversee maintenance of Potawot Health Village located on a 40-acre site in Arcata, CA., and all Health Stations, a Senior Nutrition site, and other office buildings located at Crescent City, Smith River, Elk Valley, Klamath, Weitchpec, and Eureka. This includes remedial planting, mowing, mulching, weeding, burning, watering, and maintenance. 
  • Under the direction of the Facilities Supervisor, collaboration shall be with the IT Manager, Traditional Land Management Specialist and/or on-site staff at various clinics.
  • Possesses the skills required to independently perform duties outlined under maintenance, including work on facilities-associated equipment as assigned. 

 The equipment includes but is not limited to:

o Electrical equipment and electrical distribution systems including switches, outlets, electrical drives, and controls.

o Mechanical equipment

o HVAC air distribution equipment

o Plumbing systems, including the irrigation systems associated with the facilities.

o Emergency Power Generator and associated equipment.

o Knowledge in landscape, pond & stream maintenance and water treatment.

o Computer based maintenance program.

  • Repair/replace facilities and grounds associated equipment as needed. This would include but not be limited to:

o Lighting systems

o Emergency exit signs/lights

o Electrical systems

o Plumbing systems

o Septic pumping system

o Mechanical systems

o HVAC systems

 

  • Must possess basic plumbing and electrical skills.
  • Maintains a professional, organized, clean working environment by following organizational policies, guidelines, and safety standards. Transport trash and waste to disposal areas and recycling stations. Participates in housekeeping during daily operations as necessary or assigned. 
  • Performs ground maintenance.
  • Operates Building Management System.
  • Must have knowledge of preventative maintenance routines for clinic equipment and building maintenance.
  • Must be able to travel to additional UIHS facilities in order to perform maintenance.
  • Must be able to prioritize tasks.
  • Must be able to work with minimal supervision.
  • Provide work direction to small crews, contractors, and Maintenance Level I and II staff as needed and serve as acting Facilities Supervisor in the supervisor’s absence.
  • Must be willing to learn more about the American Indian culture and attend at least one Cultural Presentation/Training per year. 
  • Must be willing to work with American Indian/Alaska Native people and demonstrate cultural awareness and humility. 
  • Must be willing to deliver services in a culturally responsive manner. 
  • Adheres to accreditation and compliance standards/guideline
  • Other duties may be assigned.


Level II

Possesses skills required to independently perform:

  • Painting and texturing of surfaces. 
  • Repair, and install clinical furniture including casework, desks, and cabinets.
  • Basis understanding of blueprints and related construction documents.
  • Coordinate and assist in Ku' wah-dah-wilth workshops and tours. This entails developing a special understanding of the cultural significance of Potawot, its history, cultural background, and familiarity with our unique surroundings at all our clinic locations. 
  • Support and assist in the set up for special projects including arts and culture, community events on site, and upgrades to special events at all clinical sites (such as HAWC Walk, Harvest Festival, and annual staff events). Leads facilities staff and support staff for special projects including arts and culture, community events on site when the facilities supervisor is off duty. 
  • Direct maintenance of all vehicles, tools, equipment and supplies for clinics as required. This includes oversight and repair as necessary. Provisioning of each site may include transport of small equipment, tools or supplies between the various departments and/or clinic locations.
  • Be proficient in the use of hand and power tools for construction and landscaping. This includes supervision of their use, adherence, and instruction in setting up equipment, within safety guidelines established by OSHA and local governance (County inspectors and project managers). 
  • Perform security patrols by company vehicle and/or on foot. Protect property from theft, trespassing, fire, and accidents. Observe and report any unlawful activity to the proper authorities immediately, then follow up with UIHS reporting forms. Collaborate security oversight as requested in manager’s absence.
  • Aware of and assists with evening events or classes. Establishes safety precautions for staff in parking areas after hours and at special events. Be available to assist staff in parking areas when late at night.

 

Level III

  • All duties outlined in Level I and Level II.
  • Development of departmental policy, procedures, and quality improvement activities within the clinic as directed. Attends department meetings and other meetings as assigned by manager. 
  • Take the lead in directing construction and remodeling projects at all clinics with minimal supervision. This includes on-site decision making and direction of staff in support of construction crews.
  • Independently assess and communicate urgency and response needs to facilities supervisor with clarity.
  • Repair/replace facilities, grounds associated equipment and swimming pool maintenance systems as needed. 
  • Demonstrate the skills to operate independently in construction of office furniture for clinic utilization. Coordinate the storage, installation, and maintenance of same without direct manager involvement. 
  • Demonstrate effective communication skills required to keep managers up to date on the maintenance and repair efforts at all sites. 
  • Perform independently yet cohesively with facilities manager and facilities supervisor when required to provide support services in emergency situations simultaneously at multiple sites.
  • Operates Building Management System.
  • Perform duties outlined under maintenance without supervision. The equipment includes but is not limited to: 
  1. Electrical equipment and electrical distribution systems including switches, outlets, electrical drives, and controls.
  2. Mechanical equipment
  3. HVAC air distribution equipment
  4. Plumbing systems, including the irrigation systems associated with the facilities.
  5. Emergency Power Generation and associated equipment. 
  6. Knowledge in landscape, pond & stream maintenance, and water treatment. 
  7. Computer based maintenance program. 

 

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: This is not a supervisory position.


QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. All individuals must demonstrate a commitment to the provision of culturally sensitive counseling services to American Indians.

 

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: Educational degrees must be from a US Department of Education accredited school

Level I 

  • An associate degree (A.A.) or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school; and two (2) years’ experience in maintenance management or construction management.


Level II

  • General Contractor’s license and/or six (6) years’ experience in overseeing maintenance and/or construction management.


Level III

  • All education/experience outlined in Level I and Level II
  • General Contractor’s license and/or ten (10) years’ experience in supervising maintenance and/or construction management.

About the company

Provides healthcare services to American Indian tribal communities.

Skills

Building Management System
Computer Based Maintenance Program