Assistant Project Manager Grace Klein Community

Grace Klein Community, Inc.; Birmingham, Northern (AL, KY); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Grace Klein Community in Birmingham, Alabama is hiring a full-time Assistant Project Manager to support maintenance, safety, and ongoing improvements across FeedBHM locations, Community Homes, and other ministry sites. The role emphasizes hands-on work, problem solving, and keeping spaces welcoming and functional.

You will work with the Project Manager to coordinate tasks across multiple locations, respond to facility needs, supervise volunteers, and assist with equipment, landscaping, and

Qualifications

• Energetic with a strong work ethic.
• Self-motivated and takes initiative.
• Problem-solver with a resolution-oriented mindset.
• Able to manage multiple projects across locations.
• Willing to learn to safely operate maintenance equipment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with maintenance and repair projects across Grace Klein Community properties.
• Support preventative maintenance to reduce future repair needs.
• Perform general facility upkeep including painting, carpentry, plumbing, landscaping, and minor electrical work.
• Coordinate with Project Manager across multiple locations and supervise volunteers.
• Assist with equipment, landscaping, and special projects as needed.
• Identify maintenance issues and communicate solutions.

Skills

Strong work ethic

Problem solving

Multi-location coordination

Independent but team oriented

Willing to learn new skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Basic hand tools

Lawn equipment operation

Job description

Now Hiring

Full-time, hourly-paid position

40 hours per week

Grace Klein Community (GKC) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to fostering community, addressing food insecurity, and promoting sustainability. We work collaboratively with local and global partners to serve those in need, building relationships to create lasting impact.

Our most important function is as a ministry. People come first. No matter the task at hand, we do everything in our power to make a place for everyone. We stop and listen, we pray, and we encourage gifts, skills, and purpose. We foster relationships with people where they are, whether in abundance or crisis. Our vision comes down to the basics of the early church: "We all have a need; we all have something to give. If we all share what we have, we all have what we need."

Position Overview

The Assistant Project Manager supports the care, maintenance, improvement, and operational readiness of Grace Klein Community's facilities and properties, including FeedBHM locations, Community Homes, and other ministry sites. The role is ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on work, solving problems, and serving others by ensuring our spaces remain safe, functional, and welcoming.

The Assistant Project Manager works alongside the Project Manager to complete maintenance tasks, coordinate projects across multiple locations, respond to facility needs, and assist with equipment, landscaping, repairs, and special projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with maintenance and repair projects across multiple Grace Klein Community properties.
• Support preventative maintenance efforts to reduce future repair needs.
• Perform general facility upkeep, including painting, carpentry, plumbing, landscaping, and minor electrical repairs as directed.
• Help maintain FeedBHM locations, Community Homes, and other ministry facilities.
• Transport tools, equipment, and materials between locations.
• Operate lawn mowers, trailers, and other maintenance equipment safely.
• Assist with the operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of organizational equipment, including trailers, small engines, and gasoline- and diesel-powered machinery, ensuring equipment remains safe, reliable, and mission-ready.
• Assist with setting up and breaking down for ministry events and special projects.
• Identify maintenance issues and proactively communicate solutions.
• Keep workspaces, vehicles, tools, and equipment clean, organized, and operational.
• Work alongside volunteers, staff, contractors, and community partners as needed.
• Respond to urgent maintenance needs with flexibility when unexpected issues arise.
• Support seasonal projects and property improvements as assigned.
• Lead and instruct Serve Teams on projects.
• Recruit donations from vendors.
• Build relationships with business partners to support and invest in Grace Klein Community properties.

Qualifications

We are looking for someone who is:

• Energetic with a strong work ethic.
• Self-motivated and takes initiative.
• A problem-solver with a resolution-oriented mindset.
• A critical thinker who can adapt to changing priorities.
• Teachable and eager to learn new skills.
• Comfortable performing physical, hands-on work throughout the day.
• Willing to work in dirty, hot, cold, or otherwise less-than-ideal conditions.
• Able to manage multiple projects across multiple locations.
• Able to work independently while also contributing to a team.
• Familiar with basic hand tools and willing to learn additional equipment.
• Willing to learn to safely operate lawn mowers, trailers, utility equipment, and other maintenance machinery.
• Able to pull and back a trailer or willing to be trained.
• Flexible with scheduling when maintenance emergencies or ministry needs arise.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in facilities maintenance, construction, landscaping, property management, or a related field.
• Experience operating trailers or commercial lawn equipment.
• Basic knowledge of plumbing, electrical, carpentry, or mechanical repairs.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.

Physical Requirements

• Frequently lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Stand, walk, bend, kneel, climb, and work outdoors for extended periods.
• Safely operate tools and equipment.
• Work in varying weather conditions and environments.
• Be flexible to travel overnight as needed.

Work Schedule

This is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week position. Flexibility is required when maintenance emergencies, ministry needs, special projects, or travel arise.

The position reports directly to Jason Waltman.