Maintenance Associate

People Serving People Inc.; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 29,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) with employer contribution

PTO

Parking or metro pass

Cellphone reimbursement

Childcare discounts

Financial wellness benefit

Community impact

Job summary

People Serving People Inc. is seeking a Maintenance Associate to handle general maintenance of the interior and exterior of the facility, ensuring a clean and safe environment for guests and staff.

The role includes overseeing volunteers and temporary workers, driving a refrigerated box truck when required, and supporting dining and housekeeping tasks as part of daily operations. The position is full-time, with a schedule of Tuesday through Saturday from 9:00 a.m.

Qualifications

• Basic computer skills including email
• Ability to handle on-call shifts
• Strong organization and multitasking abilities

Responsibilities

• Performs general maintenance of the building and equipment.
• Maintains cleanliness inside and outside the building including sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, windows, trash, and restrooms.
• Assists in laundering guest linens and towels.
• Cleans rooms when needed and supervises volunteers and temporary workers.
• Operates company vehicles including refrigerated box truck for donations.
• Assists in meal service and supports Facilities operations as needed.

Skills

Basic computer skills

On-call flexibility

Strong organizational skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Vocational certificate in plumbing/electricity/building maintenance/housekeeping

DOT Medical Examiner's Certificate (within 30 days)

Job description

About us

People Serving People is the largest and most comprehensive emergency shelter for families experiencing homelessness in Minnesota and a dedicated leader in homeless prevention. If you want to help transform communities and see families thrive, then People Serving People is the place for you.

What do we need

The primary focus of the Maintenance Associate position is the general maintenance of the interior and exterior of the facility.

Responsibilities

• Performs general maintenance of the building and equipment.
• Maintains the general cleanliness of the interior and exterior of the building including, but not limited to; sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, washing windows, emptying trashes and cleaning restrooms.
• Assists in the daily laundering of guest linens and towels.
• Cleans empty and dirty rooms when needed.
• Leads volunteers and contracted temporary workers.
• Applies lessons learned in Trauma Informed Care trainings into daily interactions with guests.
• Ability to be on call in times of need.
• Perform general maintenance task as assigned by supervisor.
• Assist in driving the box truck for donation pick-ups when needed.
• Assist in meal service when necessary.
• Performs maintenance duties at multiple People Serving People locations as assigned. While the employee will have a primary work site, daily assignments may vary based on operational needs.
• Operates company vehicles, including a refrigerated box truck, for transportation of supplies, equipment, and donations as needed.
• Assists the Housekeeping Department with daily operational needs when assigned.
• Performs other duties as assigned to support Facilities and organizational operations.
• Supervisory Responsibilities: Supervise volunteers, as needed.

Pay and Benefits

• $25.00 per hour
• Full-Time, Tuesday through Saturday, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance available.
• Company-paid life and disability insurance.
• 401(k) with employer contribution at 6 months.
• Competitive PTO program.
• Reduced cost parking or metro pass.
• Cellphone reimbursement.
• Reduced childcare rates.
• Financial wellness benefit.
• The chance to make a real difference in the community.

Requirements

• Education Required: High School Diploma or GED
• Education Preferred: Vocational school certificate in plumbing, electricity, building maintenance, or housekeeping desired.

Computer Skills

• Basic computer skills, including ability to check email.

Other Qualifications

• One-year experience in the Facilities field.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record required.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a DOT Medical Examiner's Certificate (DOT Health Card) within 30 days of hire. People Serving People will cover the cost.
• Must be able to safely operate company vehicles, including a refrigerated box truck.
• Boiler's license preferred. If not currently licensed, the selected candidate must be willing to obtain the required boiler's license, with training and licensing expenses paid by People Serving People.
• Must have dependable transportation during on-call period.
• Experience with equipment maintenance, electrical, plumbing or other skilled trade desired.
• Experience working in residential properties desired.
• Physical ability for high mobility to be able to stand and move throughout 8-hour shift.
• Experience working with people from diverse cultural and socio-economic backgrounds.
• Experience working with homeless families and/or individuals preferred.
• Authorized to operate the variety of company vehicles

Salary Description

$25.00 per hour