Assistant Property Manager

Vestavia Hills; Birmingham (AL); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Grace Klein Community in Birmingham, AL seeks a Project Manager Assistant to support the care, maintenance, improvement, and readiness of facilities including FeedBHM locations and Community Homes.

You will take on hands-on tasks, solve problems, and serve others by keeping spaces safe, functional, and welcoming.

Qualifications

• Energetic with a strong work ethic.
• Self-motivated and takes initiative.
• Problem solver with a resolution-oriented mindset.
• Critical thinker who can adapt to changing priorities.
• Teachable and eager to learn new skills.
• Comfortable performing physical, hands-on work throughout the day.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.

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 repairs.
• Help maintain FeedBHM locations, Community Homes, and other ministry facilities.
• Transport tools, equipment, and materials between locations.
• Operate maintenance equipment safely and assist with setup/breakdown for events.

Skills

Energetic work ethic

Self-motivated

Problem solving

Critical thinking

Teachable

Hands-on

Team collaboration

Tools

Basic hand tools

Lawn mower operation

Trailer handling

Job description

A full-time, hourly paid position, 40 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 what task is at hand we do
everything in our power to make a place for everyone. We stop and listen, we pray, we help encourage gifts,
skills, and purpose. We foster relationships with people where they are, whether it is 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 Project Manager Assistant 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.

Key Responsibilities (but not limited to):

• 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 organization 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.
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• 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
• Garner business partners to be investors of each property

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
• Flexible to travel overnight as needed

Additional Notes:

• The position reports to Jason Waltman
• Hours are to be recorded on Isolved and confirmed end of day every Tuesday
• Time off to be requested on Isolved
• Payroll is via direct deposit, and paid weekly, on a Friday

Additional Postings available from Grace Klein Community