Building Maintenance Worker (6961)

The Salvation Army; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 24,796 - 31,684; Part time

Job summary

The Salvation Army in Nashville, TN is seeking a casual maintenance worker to perform routine building maintenance and minor repairs. The role offers up to 20 hours per week with set daytime hours and potential for a full-time role after 90 days based on performance and needs.

Responsibilities include vehicle maintenance, floor care, and moving office furniture. A high school diploma or GED and a valid driver’s license are required. Applicants must be available during core hours.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Two years’ experience performing maintenance work or equivalent.
• Ability to lift heavy objects and work outdoors.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine building maintenance and minor plumbing repairs.
• Carry out preventative maintenance on Salvation Army vehicles.
• Sweep, vacuum, mop, and wax floors; move office furniture.

Skills

Maintenance

Carpentry

Plumbing

Vehicle maintenance

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Power tools

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: KT-Nashville Area Command - Nashville, TN 37207

Position Type: Casual

Education Level: High School Diploma/GED

Salary Range: $18.00 - $23.00 Hourly

Travel Percentage: Up to 50%

Job Category: Property

This is a casual, as‑needed position working up to 20 hours per week. Scheduled hours will be Monday through Friday between 7:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., based on departmental needs. Employees will be provided their work schedule at least two (2) weeks in advance whenever possible. Hours are not guaranteed and may vary depending on operational demands. Applicants must have availability during the designated core business hours. This position offers the opportunity for consideration for a full‑time role after 90 days, based on performance, productivity, attendance, and organizational needs.

Casual employees are not eligible for benefits.

Key Responsibilities

• Performs routine building maintenance activities; performs minor plumbing repairs required by leaking faucets and clogged toilets; performs carpentry work required to repair dents and/or holes in walls and paint walls.
• Performs preventative maintenance of Salvation Army vehicles; monitors and replenishes all fluid levels.
• Sweeps, vacuums, strips, mops and waxes floors; sweeps sidewalks.
• Assembles and moves office furniture including chairs, desks, tables, bulletin boards, etc.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Ability to perform strenuous, heavy work involving the lifting and carrying of heavy objects.
• Ability to use and maintain maintenance equipment and tools effectively and in a safe manner.
• Ability to maintain driving ability according to State, DOT, and Salvation Army policies, procedures, and certifications.
• Work requires driving a vehicle and working outdoors daily with exposure to physical discomforts associated with changes in weather such as rain, cold, snow, heat or discomforts associated with noise, dust, dirt, and the like.

What We Are Looking For

• High school diploma or G.E.D.
• Two years’ experience performing maintenance work in a general maintenance environment OR any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Licenses and Certifications

• Valid State Driver’s License