About Cardea Health:
Cardea Health is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing compassionate health care to marginalized populations.
Misson Statement:
Our mission is to create and support programs that protect the health and autonomy of vulnerable individuals and promote equity and social justice to improve the well-being of our entire community. Compassionate care for vulnerable populations.
Workplace Culture:
Cardea is dedicated to creating a workplace that celebrates diversity and actively seeks to include underrepresented communities. We believe that diversity drives innovation and fosters a more dynamic, inclusive, and productive work environment. We value unique perspectives, experiences, and talents, and we are committed to providing equitable opportunities for growth and advancement. Join us in building a team that reflects the rich diversity of our society and let's make a positive impact together.
Our Cardea CARE(S) Values include:
Compassion
Big heart, steady presence
Accountability
We own it: the work, the follow-through, the impact.
Respect
We assume good intent and keep it real
Engagement
We lean in and figure it out together.
Support
We’ve got each other across roles, teams, and sites.
These values guide how we care for residents, collaborate with colleagues, and represent Cardea Health in the community.
Primary Work Location:
This position supports multiple Cardea Health Interim Housing Programs and requires regular travel between assigned locations.
Cardea's interim housing programs provide temporary housing, stabilization services, clinical support, care coordination, case management, and connections to permanent housing opportunities for individuals experiencing homelessness.
Employees in these roles should expect frequent collaboration with residents, healthcare providers, social service agencies, community partners, and multidisciplinary teams.
Job Summary:
The Maintenance Associate is an entry-level facilities role designed for individuals interested in learning the facilities maintenance trade. Working under the guidance of experienced Facilities Technicians and Senior Facilities Technicians, the Maintenance Associate receives training, coaching, and hands-on experience while supporting maintenance operations across Cardea Health properties.
The ideal candidate is hands-on, reliable, and eager to learn. This position is well-suited for individuals looking to build foundational skills in facilities maintenance while contributing to mission-driven work serving vulnerable populations.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Complete assigned work orders using the MaintainX mobile app
Prepare rooms for new residents by completing basic repairs and touch-ups
Paint walls, patch holes, caulk, and perform minor drywall repairs
Unclog toilets and drains and complete other basic plumbing tasks
Replace light bulbs, air filters, smoke detector batteries, and other routine maintenance items
Assemble furniture, shelving, office furniture, and equipment
Move furniture, appliances, supplies, and equipment between rooms and properties
Install simple hardware such as shelves, towel bars, curtain rods, and signs
Help keep maintenance shops, storage rooms, company vehicles, and work areas clean and organized
Maintain inventory of tools, equipment, and maintenance supplies
Pick up and deliver parts, tools, and supplies between Cardea Health locations.
Assist Facilities Technicians with larger repairs and special projects
Perform basic preventative maintenance and report anything needing additional repair
Help maintain the exterior of properties by picking up litter, pressure washing, light landscaping, and general cleanup
Follow safety procedures and wear required personal protective equipment (PPE)
Record completed work in MaintainX
Respond to emergency maintenance needs when requested
Perform other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications:
No prior maintenance experience is required
Must be at least 18 years old
Valid California Driver License with an acceptable driving record
Reliable personal vehicle available for travel between Cardea Health locations
Current automobile insurance
Willingness to learn and work with your hands
Comfortable using a smartphone or tablet to receive and complete work orders
Reliable, dependable, and able to work independently after training
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in janitorial, hospitality, apartment maintenance, construction, warehouse, landscaping, or general labor.
Experience using basic hand tools.
Experience working in supportive housing, healthcare, hospitality, or similar environments.
Physical Requirements:
This position requires significant mobility and regular presence within program environments.
Essential physical activities may include:
Frequent standing and walking throughout housing sites.
Responding to program or participant needs in various environments.
Navigating stairways, hallways, outdoor spaces, and community settings.
Assisting with program operations, room preparation, supply movement, or emergency response activities.
Frequent bending, stooping, reaching, and crouching.
Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation.
Work Environment:
Cardea Health program locations operate within supportive housing, interim housing, medical respite, and community-based environments serving individuals experiencing homelessness and other vulnerable populations.
Employees may interact with individuals experiencing:
Cardea Health is committed to trauma-informed, person-centered, and harm-reduction-oriented service delivery. Employees are expected to interact with residents, visitors, community partners, and colleagues in a professional, respectful, and compassionate manner. Given the population we serve, employees may interact with or provide services to individuals who may have co-occurring medical, behavioral health or substance use conditions.
Benefits:
We offer access to competitive and comprehensive healthcare benefits such as: Medical, dental, vision, EAP, life insurance, long-term disability, HSA or FSA, Dependent Care FSA, voluntary benefits, paid sick leave, paid vacation time, birthday time off, and 401(k) with up to 3.5% employer match.
Benefit eligibility varies based on employment status, scheduled hours, and plan requirements. Full-time employees are generally eligible for employer-sponsored benefit contributions. Eligible part-time employees may participate in available benefit programs subject to plan terms. Per diem employees are generally not eligible for employer-sponsored benefits except as required by applicable federal, state, or local law or as otherwise provided under applicable benefit plans.
Screening Requirements:
Criminal background screening, national criminal records search, healthcare sanctions screening, employment verification, education verification, license verification, MVR (where applicable), and reference checks may be required during screening.
Fair Chance Hiring Statement:
Qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. A background check may be required following a conditional offer of employment. Please do not let this requirement discourage you from applying. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds and experiences to apply and will evaluate applicants fairly and individually.
Encouragement to Apply:
We recognize that no candidate meets every qualification. If you are excited about this role, we encourage you to apply even if your experience does not perfectly match every requirement.
Cardea Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer:
Cardea Health is committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, disability, citizenship or veteran status. We will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the state of California and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities for this role. Activities, duties, or responsibilities may change, or a new job description may be assigned at any time with or without notice.
