Maintenance Assistant

Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank; Duquesne (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading community organization is seeking a Facility Maintenance Worker to ensure the Food Bank operates efficiently. Responsibilities include maintaining a clean environment, performing preventative maintenance, and assisting with facility-related tasks. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, relevant experience, and strong communication skills. Join us in making a difference in the community!

Qualifications

• 1 – 3 years related experience and/or training required.
• Knowledge of carpentry, plumbing, electrical, heating, and refrigeration systems.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe, clean, and orderly facility.
• Perform daily janitorial tasks and preventative maintenance.
• Assist with moving furniture and setup for special events.

Skills

Communication

Customer Service

General Contracting

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Power Tools

Warehouse Equipment

Custodial Equipment

Job description

At Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank, we’re committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our organization grows and succeeds when all members of the community, where we live and serve, have a seat at the table to help us ensure all of our neighbors have enough to eat. We invite candidates from all diverse backgrounds, including but not limited to race, gender, sexual orientation, abilities, etc., to join our team.

Job Summary:Maintain a safe, clean and orderly facility to ensure the efficient operation of the Food Bank. Assist in maintaining safe and properly functioning vehicles, equipment and building.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain a rodent/pest free environment including setting and checking traps and spot-checking product to ensure safe and sanitary operation of the Food Bank.
• Maintain the grounds around the Food Bank facility, including snow removal and lawn care
• Perform trash and litter removal to the outside portion of the facility
• Perform cleaning functions inside the facility, including using electric-riding and walk-behind floor sweepers and scrubbers
• Maintain and make repairs to the building by monitoring all systems and structures.
• Perform preventative maintenance on all material handling equipment
• Perform preventative maintenance on all Food Bank staff vehicles that are not a part of the lease program
• Perform daily janitorial tasks such as, but not limited to, cleaning restrooms, emptying trash, mopping floors while using the proper equipment and supplies
• Maintain up-to-date records to ensure compliance with regulations of the Food Bank, including daily temperature reports for freezers and refrigeration and warehouse
• Complete and submit daily check lists of activities
• Assist in preparing for meetings and conferences.
• Assist with set up and breakdown of rooms for special events/functions.
• Diagnose problems with equipment that is reported as damaged or not functioning properly and if necessary, make recommendations for outsourcing of repairs
• As directed by Maintenance Manager or Operations Director provide assistance to all Food Bank staff that have requests that are maintenance related
• Assist with moving of furniture to various locations in the facility
  Interact with outside contractors that are at the facility doing repairs or preventative maintenance on systems
• Ensure that all areas of the Food Bank are safe, clean and in proper working order
• Able to operate scissor and boom lifts
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and 1 – 3 years related experience and/or training
• Knowledge of and experience in carpentry, plumbing, electrical, heating and refrigeration systems
• Knowledge of and experience in vehicle and equipment mechanics
• Ability to perform general contracting tasks
• Ability to operate and repair warehouse equipment
• Ability to stand and walk for a minimum of 8 hours
• Ability to climb a ladder and work safely for an extended period
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to bend and lift and carry up to 50 lbs
• Must be able to use power and hand tools, warehouse equipment such as a dolly, pump jack, power jack, forklift, and custodial equipment (electric floor sweeper, electric floor scrubber)
• Must be able to operate automatic and standard transmission vehicles.
• Valid drivers’ license
• Good communication and customer service skills
• Act 33 & 34 clearance