Maintenance Assistant

Grkroccenter; Duluth (MN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Disability and Life Insurance

403(b) Retirement Accounts

Pension Plan

Generous Time Off

Flexible Spending Accounts

Job summary

The Salvation Army is seeking a Maintenance Assistant for Plover Place in Duluth, MN. The role maintains indoor and outdoor spaces, performs routine maintenance, handles work orders, assists with turnovers and events, and responds to after-hours emergencies to keep the facility safe and functional.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, 1+ year maintenance/grounds experience, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to interact well with residents and staff.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED completed.
• 1+ year maintenance experience (carpentry, electrical, plumbing) and 1+ year custodial grounds maintenance.
• Pass background checks and have a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Janitorial services to maintain indoor cleanliness and waste removal.
• Groundskeeping including seasonal outdoor maintenance and snow removal.
• Process and complete work orders for preventative and corrective maintenance.
• Assist with routine maintenance and basic repairs (electrical/plumbing/carpentry/painting).
• Assist with event setup, transport, and teardown.
• Respond to after-hours emergencies as required.
• Prepare apartments for new tenants, including cleaning and minor repairs.
• Provide front desk coverage as assigned.

Skills

Janitorial tasks

Groundskeeping

Work order management

Basic maintenance

Education

High school diploma/GED

Maintenance experience

Custodial/grounds maintenance experience

Driver's license

Tools

PC usage

Job description

The Maintenance Assistant is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness, safety, and upkeep of indoor and outdoor spaces at Plover Place . Key duties include routine maintenance, repairs, work order management, event support, apartment turnovers, and occasional front desk coverage. This role also responds to after-hours emergencies to ensure a well-functioning facility.

Plover Place

is a 24-unit site-based permanent supportive housing program serving single adults experiencing or at risk of homelessness. Designed for efficiency and low maintenance, it provides housing, case management, staffing, and life skills programming to support residents in achieving stability.

As part of The Salvation Army Northern Division Duluth Corps , Plover Place operates within a broader mission to “Do the Most Good” by delivering holistic, person-centered services. The Corps offers worship and spiritual care, case management, housing, food, clothing, utility and rental assistance, youth programming, and connections to community resources.

$22 - $24 per hour, 40 hours per week

Essential Functions (approximate time spent)

All work performed within the scope of training and regulations.

• Janitorial Services (20%): Maintain cleanliness of indoor areas through sweeping, mopping, garbage removal, and other janitorial tasks.
• Groundskeeping Services (20%): Perform seasonal outdoor maintenance, including snow removal, grass cutting, and general cleanup.
• Work Order Management (15%): Complete assigned work orders for both preventative and corrective maintenance promptly and efficiently.
• Routine Maintenance & Repairs (15%): Assist with or schedule basic electrical, plumbing, carpentry, painting, and power tool-related repairs.
• Event Support (15%): Assist with setup, equipment transportation, and teardown for special events and projects.
• Emergency Response (5%): Respond to after-hours emergency building calls from the monitoring company as required.
• Apartment Turning (5%): Prepare apartments for new tenants, including cleaning, painting, minor repairs, and ensuring units meet move-in standards.
• Front Desk Coverage (5%): Assist with front desk coverage as assigned.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma/GED.
• One or more years of maintenance experience (e.g., carpentry, electrical, plumbing).
• One or more years of custodial grounds maintenance.
• Pass background checks, possess a valid driver’s license, and meet MVR requirements.
• Must have at least one year of experience with the target population served.
• Working knowledge and safe handling of equipment, chemicals, and materials regularly used in basic maintenance.
• Must have good interpersonal and communication skills to interact with target population.
• Ability to use PC and standard office equipment.

Working Conditions

• Perform all physical aspects of the position, including being mobile, bending, reaching, and climbing.
• Regularly lift 40 lbs. and occasionally lift to 100 lbs.
• Professional environment; not eligible for a remote-friendly work environment.
• Must be able to sit and stand for reasonable periods.
• Must be able to communicate clearly with colleagues, vendors, and participants.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None.

Driving/Travel Requirements

Regular driving in the metro using agency vehicle for supplies, mail, etc.

Other Duties

All employees recognize that The Salvation Army is a church and agree that as an employee of The Salvation Army, they will support its mission.

Cross-trained to assist other building support positions.

This job description is not all-inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential functions of the position. Supervisors may assign other duties, responsibilities, and tasks.

Additional Information

The Salvation Army Mission

The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the Universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its Mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates who are back-to-work, US Veterans, people with disabilities, people who have been impacted by the justice system, and/or people without a college degree are encouraged to apply.

The Salvation Army offers a competitive benefits package including:

• Disability and Life Insurance
• Felixible Spending Accounts
• 403(b) Retirement Accounts
• Pension Plan
• Generous Time Off

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