Facilities Maintenance Specialist

Family & Childrens Center; Caledonia (MN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Generous vacation and sick time

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with match

Life insurance

Job summary

Family & Children’s Center in La Crosse, WI is seeking a dependable Facilities Maintenance Specialist to support FCC facilities, grounds, and equipment across Wisconsin and Minnesota. You''ll work hands-on across carpentry, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and minor construction.

Reporting to the Facilities Supervisor, you will perform routine maintenance, respond to needs, operate tools safely, and assist with larger projects with contractors.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience in building maintenance.
• Knowledge of plumbing, electrical, carpentry, HVAC, and automotive maintenance.
• Basic computer skills (email, word processing, spreadsheets, internet).
• Ability to safely and effectively use common trade tools.
• Valid driver''s license and ability to meet FCC''s auto insurance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance, repairs, and minor construction projects within your training and capabilities.
• Complete drywall installation and repairs; paint and touch up interior and exterior areas as needed.
• Perform minor electrical, HVAC, and plumbing work.
• Safely use common hand tools, power tools, and trade equipment.
• Move, relocate, and set up furniture and equipment as needed; assist with facility setup.

Skills

Problem solver

Reliability

Safety-minded

Attention to detail

Independent worker

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Trade tools

Job description

Hands-On Work. Real Impact. Every Day.Family & Children’s Center (FCC) is looking for a dependable, hands-on Facilities Maintenance Specialist to join our team in La Crosse, WI while performing services at our facilities throughout Southeast Minnesota and Western Wisconsin.If you're someone who enjoys fixing things, working with your hands, solving problems, and seeing the immediate results of your work, this could be the opportunity you've been looking for. As a Facilities Maintenance Specialist, you'll play an important behind-the-scenes role in keeping FCC's facilities, grounds, equipment, and vehicles safe, functional, and welcoming for the people we serve.This is more than a maintenance job — your work helps create the safe and supportive environments where our staff can do what they do best: help children, families, and individuals thrive during some of their most vulnerable life chapters.Why You'll Love This RoleVariety every day: No two days are exactly alike. You'll work across facilities, grounds, equipment, and vehicles.Hands-on work: Put your maintenance, repair, carpentry, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and general construction skills to use.Make a visible impact: The work you complete directly contributes to safe, well-maintained FCC locations.Be part of a mission-driven organization: Your work supports an agency dedicated to serving children, families, and individuals in our community.Work with a team: You'll collaborate with the Facilities Supervisor and FCC staff while taking ownership of important maintenance needs.What You'll DoReporting to the Facilities Supervisor, the Facilities Maintenance Specialist provides generalized, basic-level support for FCC facilities, grounds, and equipment while partnering with contractors on large projects.Facilities & Building MaintenancePerform routine maintenance, repairs, and minor construction projects within your training and capabilities.Complete drywall installation and repairs.Paint and touch up interior and exterior areas as needed.Perform minor electrical, HVAC, and plumbing work.Safely use common hand tools, power tools, and trade equipment.Grounds & Seasonal MaintenancePerform lawn care and general grounds maintenance.Handle ice and snow removal at FCC facilities.Operate snow blowers, lawn equipment, salt spreaders, and a truck equipped with a snow plow.Help keep FCC properties safe and accessible throughout Wisconsin's changing seasons.Moving & EquipmentTransport, move, and relocate furniture, equipment, and other FCC property as needed.Assist with facility setup, rearrangement, and other physical maintenance needs.Vehicle MaintenancePerform minor maintenance on agency vehicles.Safely operate work trucks and trailers when needed.Team & Agency SupportMaintain regular and reliable attendance.Stay current with required annual staff development.Communicate regularly with your supervisor regarding facility needs and work in progress.Perform other duties as needed to support FCC's facilities and operations.Join a Team Where Your Work MattersAt Family & Children’s Center, every employee contributes to our mission. Facilities staff play a critical role in maintaining the spaces where our services happen every day.When the building works, the team can work. When the environment is safe and welcoming, people can focus on what matters most.If you're ready to bring your skills, reliability, and hands-on approach to a meaningful organization, we'd love to hear from you.Come put your skills to work for something that matters. Apply today to join Family & Children’s Center!What We're Looking ForWe're looking for someone who is reliable, practical, safety-minded, and comfortable tackling a variety of maintenance tasks.Required QualificationsHigh school diploma or GED.Experience in building maintenance.Knowledge and/or training in areas such as:PlumbingElectricalCarpentryHVACAutomotive maintenanceBasic computer skills, including email, word processing, spreadsheets, and internet/search programs.Ability to safely and effectively use common trade tools.Ability to operate light machinery, power tools, and work trucks with trailers.Valid driver's license and ability to meet FCC's auto insurance requirements.Willingness to learn new skills and ability to adjust daily schedule to meet the agency's variety of needs and priorities.Physical & Work EnvironmentThis is an active, hands-on position. The ability to climb ladders at reasonable heights and lift objects weighing more than 50 pounds above your head is required. The position may occasionally involve exposure to dust, dirt, loud noise, cleaning chemicals and bloodborne pathogens.The Person Who Will Thrive HereYou may be a great fit if you are:A problem solver who enjoys figuring out how to fix things.Dependable and take pride in completing a job correctly.Comfortable working independently while staying connected with your supervisor and team.Someone who notices when something needs attention and takes initiative.Safety-conscious and committed to using tools and equipment appropriately.Adaptable and comfortable switching between different types of maintenance tasks.Proud of doing work that makes a difference, even when you're not always the person in the spotlight.Why Join Family & Children's Center?For well over a century, Family & Children's Center has been strengthening individuals, families and communities throughout our region. When you join our team, you'll become part of an organization that values compassion, inclusion, integrity and professional growth.We offer full-time employees:Competitive, market-driven payGenerous vacation and sick time accruals9 recognized holidays - plus a floating holiday!Health, dental, and vision insurance - and supplemental insurance plans to meet all your personal and family needsHealth Savings Accounts for eligible employees with monthly contributions made by Family & Children's CenterLife insurance covered at 100% with additional life insurance options available100% paid local Employee Assistance Program to ensure our employees, and their immediate families, are practicing self-care401(k) Savings Plan - FCC will match up to 3% of the employee's contribution (a 50% match on the first 6%)Ongoing training and professional development opportunitiesSupportive leadership and collaborative team culture$1000 referral bonuses each time you refer quality candidates who join our teamMeaningful work that positively impacts our community! Join a team where your attention to detail, relationship-building skills, and compassion make a real difference in the lives of people within our community.Family & Children's Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all employees and applicants are treated with dignity and respect.