Facilities Maintenance Evening Porter

Alternatives For Girls; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Alternatives For Girls in Detroit is seeking an experienced Facilities Maintenance Porter for an evening part-time role. You will support building operations by performing routine cleaning, basic repairs, and coordination with vendors to keep the facility safe and functional.

The position expects candidates with 6–12 months in facilities maintenance or custodial work, ability to lift up to 50 pounds, and willingness to work occasional after-hours or weekend events.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred but not required.
• Experience with basic plumbing, carpentry and electrical wiring.
• 6–12 months of facilities maintenance, housekeeper, custodian or similar role.
• Experience with emails/texts and learning a help-desk ticketing system.
• Knowledge of cleaning equipment and custodial supplies.

Responsibilities

• Perform general repairs on building, doors, locks, handles, light bulbs, drywall, etc.
• Perform basic plumbing tasks.
• Clean all areas daily: sweeping, dusting, mopping, vacuuming.
• Maintain outdoor areas: mowing, trimming, edging, shoveling.
• Inspect control panels and electrical wiring.
• Maintain inventory of maintenance supplies and notify for restocking.
• Respond to help-desk tickets for emergencies and clean-ups.
• Ensure maintenance equipment is in good working order.
• Collaborate with vendors on repairs at the facility.
• Assist with safety and fire protection programs and drills.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Self-starter

Organized

Multitasking

Flexible schedule

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Cleaning equipment

Job description

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Facilities Maintenance Evening Porter

Part Time Detroit, MI, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1086

Salary Range: $17.00 To $19.00 Hourly

Alternatives For Girls

Job Description

Job Summary:

The Facility Maintenance Porter supports AFG’s mission by maintaining the organization’s facilities, performing regular cleaning, repairing, fleet management tasks, and coordinating/supporting the work of contract vendors.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform general repairs as needed on building, grounds, vehicles, and equipment, such as repairing doors, locks, and handles; replacing light bulbs, sockets, and switches; patching drywall, etc.
• Perform basic plumbing tasks.
• Perform daily cleaning duties of all areas of the building, including sweeping, dusting, mopping, vacuuming, etc.
• Maintain outdoor areas such as mowing, trimming, edging, shoveling, etc.
• Inspect control panels and electrical wiring.
• Maintain an organized inventory of maintenance supplies—notify the Manager of the need to order.
• Promptly respond to help-desk ticket requests for emergency repairs and clean-ups.
• Ensure maintenance equipment is in good working order.
• Collaborate with vendors on maintenance/repairs at the facility as needed.
• Assist with safety and fire protection and prevention programs by inspecting work areas and equipment and conducting drills as required.
• Perform other duties, as assigned

Demonstrated Abilities:

• Self-starter, organized with the ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Ability to occasionally work a flexible schedule including after-hours and/or weekends, when special events are scheduled to occur.
• Good attention to detail and follow-up.
• Ability to move furniture when needed and lift/carry up to 50 pounds.
• Conscientious worker with demonstrated reliability and good attendance.
• The ability to safely operate hand and power tools and cleaning equipment.
• Strong problem-solving skills. Able to troubleshoot equipment and building system problems.
• Excellent time management skills. Complete timely, quality and reliable work.
• Effective communication skills.
• Strong customer service, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrate a high level of professionalism on the job.

Acquired Knowledge:

• High school diploma/GED preferred but not required.
• Sound knowledge of and experience with basic plumbing, carpentry and electrical wiring required. Proven general maintenance experience necessary.
• A minimum of 6-12 months experience in facilities maintenance, housekeeper, custodian, janitor or similar role.
• Experience sending and receiving emails and texts and ability to learn our help-desk ticketing system.
• Knowledge of the use and maintenance of industrial cleaning equipment and supplies.
• Working knowledge of the methods, technique and materials used in custodial work.
• Familiar with operating, caring for and storing custodial equipment and supplies.