Building Maintenance Technician – Fond du Lac

Advocap Inc; Fond du Lac (WI); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking nonprofit organization as a Building Maintenance Technician. In this full-time role, you will play a crucial part in maintaining properties across multiple counties, ensuring they are safe and welcoming for tenants. Your responsibilities will include performing repairs, managing maintenance schedules, and preparing rental units for new occupants. This position offers a supportive work environment with comprehensive benefits, including health insurance and a 401k plan. If you are a reliable individual with a passion for community service and property care, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Vacation pay

Sick pay

Holiday pay

401k employer contribution

Qualifications

• Knowledge of basic construction and building maintenance preferred.
• Ability to perform physical tasks like lifting and climbing.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and perform repairs on Agency properties and grounds.
• Prepare rental properties after move outs including maintenance and cleaning.

Skills

Basic construction knowledge

Building maintenance knowledge

Ability to handle physical demands

Reliability and professionalism

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Basic maintenance tools

Job description

ADVOCAP, Inc., is an established, recognized leader with over 50 years of experience in delivering effective anti-poverty and self-sufficiency programs and services. We are a private, nonprofit Community Action Agency committed to our mission of “creating opportunities for people and communities to reduce poverty and increase self-sufficiency.”

ADVOCAP’s Shared Services Department is accepting applications for a full-time Building Maintenance Technician.

This position may be based out of our Fond du Lac location and will work in Fond du Lac, Green Lake, and Winnebago counties using an Agency vehicle.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Inspect, adjust and perform basic repairs and maintenance on Agency owned properties and grounds to include snow removal, lawn care, and landscaping, machinery and vehicles.
• Arrange for repairs by professionals as needed.
• Assist with maintenance plans, schedules, set priorities, ensure labor and material cost is as contracted, and prepare condition reports for management.
• Work closely with tenants on best practices for renting, property care, and related life skills.
• Prepare rental properties after move outs including general maintenance, painting, drywall repair, detailed cleaning, removing trash, and other large items.
• Other duties as assigned.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Basic construction or building maintenance knowledge preferred.
• Physical demands include exposure to extreme heat/cold.
• Climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling materials is required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Reliable transportation, a valid driver’s license, and an acceptable driving record required.
• Acceptable drug screen, physical, and comprehensive background check required.
• Ability to be on-call on a 3-week rotating schedule. Reliable attendance and a professional work ethic are essential.
• Maintain the highest level of confidentiality with information obtained.
• Possess an understanding of poverty and the ability to be non-judgmental with those served.

SALARY & BENEFITS

36-hour full-time work week position with a starting pay of $21.50/hour based on qualifications. This full-time position will have access to health, dental, vision, life, short- and long-term disability, vacation, sick and holiday pay, and our employer contribution 401k.

HOW TO APPLY

Submit a resume including a cover letter that highlights your relevant background and desire for the position. Applications received by March 10, 2025 will receive primary consideration.

Women, minorities, and those with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Please use our online employment form linked to the left or submit resumes with cover letter to:
Human Resources, ADVOCAP, Inc.,
PO Box 1108, Fond du Lac, WI 54936-1108 OR
FAX [phone] OR
Email [e-mail]

Resumes with cover letter can be submitted by mail:
Human Resources, ADVOCAP, Inc.,
PO Box 1108, Fond du Lac, WI 54936-1108

Online applications and resumes will be received until positions are filled.