Maintenance Assistant

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory; Duluth (MN); On-site; USD 27,552 - 30,996; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory is seeking a Maintenance Assistant for Plover Place in Duluth, Minnesota. This role focuses on maintaining cleanliness and safety across indoor and outdoor spaces, including performing routine maintenance and responding to emergencies.

The ideal candidate will possess a high school diploma or GED and have at least one year of relevant maintenance and custodial experience. The position offers an hourly wage of $20 to $22.50 based on experience, along with a commitment to serving vulnerable populations.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of maintenance experience (e.g., carpentry, electrical, plumbing).
• 1+ years of custodial grounds maintenance.
• Valid driver's license and clean background required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness of indoor areas.
• Perform seasonal outdoor maintenance tasks.
• Complete assigned work orders promptly.
• Assist with setup and teardown for events.
• Respond to emergency building calls as needed.

Skills

Basic maintenance knowledge

Interpersonal communication

Equipment handling skills

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

Position Summary

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.

Wage: $20 to $22.50 per hour, 40 hours per week

215 South 27th Avenue West, Duluth, MN 55806

Essential Functions (approximate time spent)

• 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.

Competencies

• 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.