Facilities & Maintenance Coordinator

The Salvation Army; New York (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army Jamaica Corps is seeking a dedicated maintenance assistant to manage cleaning, supplies, and basic repairs at the Jamaica Corps facility. The role covers indoor cleaning, grounds upkeep, and daily organization of donations and program spaces.

You will assist with room setups, winter/summer HVAC prep, and light repairs, working under supervision as needed to keep the facility safe and welcoming for programs and community services.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or GED desired but not required.
• Experience with cleaning materials and methods desired.
• Must be able to work independently with only some supervision and support.
• Possess oral and written communication skills, as well as basic mathematical abilities.
• Must be able to use commercial cleaning equipment, including small power and hand tools.
• Able to do repairs and other maintenance work, such as fixing, replacing, and repairing, and have a good working knowledge of basic electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and painting.

Responsibilities

• Thorough cleaning of the entire building as outlined in the cleaning schedule.
• Inventory control, ordering and stocking of all cleaning supplies and equipment.
• Setting up and breaking down rooms for program purposes as needed.
• Cleaning and maintenance of outside grounds & windows.
• Touch up paint as needed.
• Timely moving of all donations through contact with ARC and thrift store representative.
• Preparation of A/C and Heating Thermostats and Heat-Timer for winter and summer.
• Breakdown and disposal of boxes and other garbage daily, keeping dumpsters and the area neat and clean.
• Turn out all lights (except offices) and secure building each day prior to leaving.
• Assist staff and volunteers with lifting/moving items as needed.

Job description

The Salvation Army Jamaica Corps is seeking a dedicated maintenance assistant to manage cleaning, supplies, and basic repairs at the Jamaica Corps facility. The role covers indoor cleaning, grounds upkeep, and daily organization of donations and program spaces.

You will assist with room setups, winter/summer HVAC prep, and light repairs, working under supervision as needed to keep the facility safe and welcoming for programs and community services.