Maintenance Lead

A little about us… Kidango ( kidango.org ) is an early learning nonprofit committed to setting every child on a path to thrive in kindergarten and in life. We believe that all children can reach their full potential if they and their families have access to the right opportunities and resources. As the largest child care provider in the San Francisco Bay Area, we provide thousands of children, especially those from low-income families, with safe, healthy, nurturing environments and relationships. Through our policy work, we aim to take our expertise beyond the children and families that we serve, and drive change in early childhood education at the local, state and federal levels. Our goal is to make sure all children have the social, emotional, and academic skills they need to learn, grow and realize their potential.

What You’ll Be Doing

Team Leadership and Coordination

Organize, assign, and prioritize daily work for the assigned Maintenance Assistants based on work order urgency, preventive maintenance schedules, and center needs.

Provide hands-on technical support and guidance to assistants on work order tickets and repairs.

Train and onboard new assistants on procedures, equipment, safety practices, and the work order system.

Serve as the first point of contact for team questions, and resolve routine issues within the Lead's authority.

Give the Maintenance Supervisor input on team performance, training needs, and staffing coverage.

Help coordinate schedules, shift coverage, and time-off requests, subject to Supervisor approval.

Work Order and Preventive Maintenance Management

Make sure assistants open, update, and close preventive maintenance and corrective work orders accurately and on time in the work order system (CMMS).

Monitor the work order backlog, follow up on overdue or incomplete tickets, and report trends to the Supervisor.

Make sure the administrative steps for each ticket are completed, including documenting labor, materials used, and completion notes.

Perform maintenance and repair work alongside the team as needed.

Quality Assurance

Inspect completed work by assistants and contractors to confirm it meets quality, safety, and code standards.

Identify rework needs and make sure deficiencies are corrected.

Recommend process improvements to increase efficiency and reduce repeat repairs.

Contractor and Vendor Coordination

Coordinate scheduling, site access, and escorting of vendors and contractors at assigned centers.

Oversee contractors work on site, and monitor scope, progress, safety practices, and cleanup.

Verify that contracted work is completed as specified before sign-off, and report discrepancies to the Supervisor.

Make sure contractors follow organizational safety, security, and check-in/check-out procedures.

Inspections and Compliance

Make sure required inspections are scheduled and performed. These include fire alarm and life safety systems, fire extinguishers, emergency lighting, backflow devices, elevators, generators, HVAC, and other regulatory or code-required inspections.

Accompany inspectors and fire marshals as needed, and track any deficiencies through to correction.

Perform routine building walkthroughs to identify safety hazards, damage, and maintenance needs.

Support compliance with OSHA, fire code, ADA, and organizational safety policies, including lockout/tagout, ladder safety, PPE use, and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) requirements.

Supplies, Equipment, and Inventory

Make sure assigned centers have the supplies, parts, tools, and equipment they need.

Track inventory levels, conduct periodic counts, and submit restocking requests to the Supervisor.

Make sure tools and equipment are maintained, stored properly, and in safe working condition. Report lost, damaged, or unsafe equipment.

Maintain organized and secure maintenance storage areas.

Recordkeeping and Documentation

Securely maintain records of service receipts, vendor documents, inspection reports, certificates, and warranties.

Maintain fire alarm system documentation, including inspection, testing, and maintenance records required for code compliance.

Keep records organized, current, and readily available for audits, inspections, and Supervisor review.

Communication and Escalation

Report issues, concerns, safety hazards, and recurring problems to the Maintenance Supervisor, or to the Facilities Director when appropriate.

Communicate professionally with center staff about maintenance requests, scheduled work, and service disruptions.

Respond to urgent and emergency maintenance situations (such as leaks, power outages, HVAC failures, or alarm activations) and coordinate the initial team response.

Participate in an on-call or after-hours rotation as required.

Other Duties

Support facility projects, moves, setups, and special events as directed.

Participate in emergency preparedness activities and drills.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Compensation

$87,765 — $87,765 USD

Additional Requirements

Must pass a health screening and TB test

Must pass background fingerprint clearance

Valid Driver License

Must be 18 years or older

The ability to lift up to 30lbs may be needed during some job duties

The employee will be required to use hands for computer work, answering phone calls, etc.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions

Perks

An opportunity to improve real lives, solve hard problems, and change the world

Friendly, supportive, and adventurous environment with a team of engaged colleagues

A comprehensive, industry-leading benefits package

Opportunities to connect with and learn from colleagues and partners around the world

Drug-Free Workplace

We believe every employee has the right to work in an environment that is free from all forms of unlawful discrimination. Consistent with applicable laws, Kidango makes all decisions involving any aspect of the employment relationship without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, citizenship, the presence of any physical or mental disability of someone otherwise qualified, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status or characteristic protected by local, state, or federal law, other than those positions which are deemed ministerial in nature. Discrimination and/or harassment based on any of those factors are inconsistent with our philosophy of doing business and will not be tolerated. This policy of non-discrimination applies to all aspects of application procedures, hiring, advancement, transfers, reductions in force, discharge, compensation, training, or other terms, conditions and privileges of employment.

EEO

A diverse and inclusive workplace where we learn from each other is an integral part of Kidango’s culture. We actively welcome people of different backgrounds, experiences, abilities and perspectives. We are an equal opportunity employer and a great place to work. Join us and help us achieve our mission!

If you need assistance or accommodation to complete your application, please contact our recruitment team at [email protected] . We’re happy to support you through the process.