Facilities Maintenance Associate

NovationIQ; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 18,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Sporting Kansas City is seeking a Part-Time Facility Maintenance Associate to support upkeep, appearance, and functionality of our facilities. The role involves hands-on maintenance, painting, drywall patching, carpentry, minor plumbing, fixture replacement, and responding to general maintenance requests.

This is a part-time position averaging approximately 20 hours per week. Ideal candidates are dependable, resourceful, and capable of handling a wide range of projects.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; associate degree preferred for advanced tasks.
• HVAC, electrical, plumbing and carpentry knowledge is expected.
• EPA Universal Certification preferred where applicable.
• Experience with basic repairs and safety procedures.
• Ability to read and interpret maintenance instructions and diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine facility maintenance and general repairs across Sporting Kansas City properties.
• Respond to work orders promptly and efficiently.
• Paint, patch drywall, perform minor carpentry, assemble furniture, and replace fixtures.
• Assist with minor plumbing repairs and address leaks.
• Replace light bulbs and handle basic electrical-related tasks within scope.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate degree preferred

EPA Universal Certification preferred

Tools

HVAC knowledge

Electrical knowledge

Plumbing knowledge

Carpentry knowledge

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job Description Summary We elevate Kansas City through soccer experiences and create memories through personalized touchpoints with our club. Our promise is to continually delight our fans and set the benchmark for best practices across Major League Soccer. Sporting Kansas City’s values are to be experience obsessed, high performance in all that we do, exemplify accountability, demonstrate integrity and to always put the club first. Sporting Kansas City is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create an empowering environment for a diverse and inclusive team of associates who make a positive impact on our club and our community. Individuals from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. The Part‑Time Facility Maintenance Associate supports the general upkeep, appearance, and functionality of Sporting Kansas City facilities. This hands‑on position performs a variety of routine maintenance, repair, painting, and general handyman tasks to help ensure facilities remain clean, safe, and operational. This role is ideal for someone who is dependable, resourceful, and comfortable completing a wide range of projects. Work may include painting, drywall repair, furniture assembly, minor plumbing or carpentry tasks, replacing fixtures, and responding to general maintenance requests. This is a part‑time position averaging approximately 20 hours per week.

Essential Responsibilities

• Complete routine facility maintenance and general repair projects across Sporting Kansas City properties.
• Respond to assigned work orders in a timely and efficient manner.
• Perform basic tasks, including painting, drywall patching, minor carpentry, furniture assembly, and fixture replacement.
• Assist with minor plumbing repairs, such as addressing leaks, replacing hardware, and clearing basic clogs.
• Replace light bulbs and assist with basic lighting and electrical‑related tasks within the scope of the position.
• Maintain the overall appearance and condition of offices, common areas, stadium spaces, and other facilities.
• Assist with facility improvements, building additions, room setups, and special projects.
• Inspect facilities and report safety concerns, damage, or repairs requiring additional technical expertise.
• Perform basic preventative maintenance and routine equipment inspections.
• Maintain an organized inventory of tools, supplies, and maintenance materials.
• Keep work areas clean and remove tools, materials, and debris following project completion.
• Follow established safety procedures and properly use tools and equipment.
• Coordinate with the facility operations team and outside vendors as needed.
• Always represent Sporting Kansas City and its related affiliates professionally.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Matchday and Event Responsibilities

• Complete assigned repairs and ensure tools, materials, and debris are cleared before gates open.
• Inspect assigned areas and address general maintenance concerns before, during, and after events.
• Assist with minor repairs to stadium seating, doors, windows, fixtures, and other facility elements.
• Respond to facility‑related issues that arise during matches and events.
• Assist with opening, securing, and closing designated facility areas.
• Remain available by radio during assigned matches and events.
• Support post‑event inspections and report any damage or maintenance concerns.

Personal Attributes

• Strong organizational, communications, interpersonal skills.
• Ability to organize work effectively, conceptualize and prioritize objectives and exercise independent judgment based on an understanding of organizational policies and activities.
• Ability to work independently, as well as in a team environment.
• Excellent time management.
• Ability to take initiative.
• Dedicated and reliable.
• Practice regular and prompt attendance.
• Responsive and dependable.
• Resourceful.

Skills and Experience

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. Certificate required, associate degree or higher preferred.
• Vocational or technical school preferred.
• EPA Universal Certification preferred.
• Training and knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing and carpentry.
• Knowledge of environmental safety procedures, as well as OSHA, MSDS and EPA regulations.
• Experience in Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Calendar.

Physical Abilities

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.

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

• Required to sit, stand, and walk for long periods of time.
• Use hands to finger, hand or feel objects, tools or controls.
• Frequent stooping, bending, pulling, and pushing, as well as climbing and balancing.
• Reach with hands, arms.
• Required to talk and listen consistently.
• Ability to occasionally lift, carry and/or drag up to fifty (50) pounds if necessary.
• Specific vision abilities required by the role include ability to distinguish the nature of objects by using the eye, including close vision, distance vision, colour vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Capable of working in outdoor weather conditions, inc. exposure to the sun and heat.
• Ability to work non‑traditional hours, including evenings, weekends, holidays as necessary.

Our Mission

We elevate Kansas City, transform American soccer, and create memories through personalized experiences with our Club. Our promise is to continually delight our fans and set the benchmark for best practices across Major League Soccer.

Our Values

At Sporting Kansas City, we strive to win championships, deliver a world‑class product on and off the field, create the finest fan experiences in sports, create meaningful connections with the community, and innovate in all that we do.

Our Passion for Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion

Sporting Kansas City is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create an empowering environment for a diverse and inclusive team of associates who make a positive impact on our Club and our community. Individuals from all backgrounds are celebrated and encouraged to apply.

Our Championships

MLS Cup Championship: 2000, 2013
LamarHunt US Open Cup: 2004, 2012, 2015, 2017
Supporter’s Shield: 2000

Our Ownership

Sporting Kansas City is owned by Sporting Club, an entity comprised of local business and community leaders. Sporting prides itself on a commitment and vision to provide high-performance experiences. Sporting Club purchased the team from the Hunt Sports Group in 2006, and under its direction has launched Swope Soccer Village, Sporting Park, Compass Minerals Sporting Fields, Compass Minerals National Performance Center and Central Bank Sporting Complex while investing in the Sporting KC Academy and Sporting Kansas City II for developing local youth into homegrown talent.

Sporting Kansas City is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all associates.