Seasonal Maintenance Technician

Metropolitan Ministries; Holiday (FL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Metropolitan Ministries is seeking a maintenance-focused team member to support the Holiday Center operations in Tampa Bay. The role involves carpentry, electrical, plumbing, and general upkeep to enable tent operations and events for the homeless and at-risk populations.

Responsibilities include coordinating volunteers, managing tent parking, and performing a range of mechanical tasks with power tools while maintaining safety and quality in all duties.

Qualifications

• Experience with mechanical systems and trade tools.
• Ability to operate power tools safely.
• Must be able to work with volunteers and coordinate tasks.
• Strong communication in English, both written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance tasks including carpentry, electrical, plumbing, and painting.
• Coordinate and lead volunteers for tent parking and related operations.
• Load, unload, and handle materials as needed.
• Troubleshoot and repair systems and subsystems per mission requirements.
• Operate drills, saws, forklift, and pallet jacks safely.
• Support holiday events and other assigned tasks.

Job description

Job Type

Full-time, Temporary

About Us

• If you’re looking for an opportunity to transform the lives of poor and homeless men, women, and children in your community, we may have a job for you.
• Since 1972, Metropolitan Ministries has been providing life-changing solutions for those who are homeless and at risk of becoming homeless in Tampa Bay.
• We are a grassroots, donor, and volunteer-fueled community nonprofit. At Metropolitan Ministries, we serve families in Hillsborough, Pinellas, Pasco, Polk and Hernando counties with compassion, practical help, and a willingness to make a huge difference.

What we offer

• Salary: $18.50
• Schedule: Monday - Saturday
• Assignment: 10/12/2026 - 1/15/2027

Job Functions

Responsible for maintenance activities as assigned, such as carpentry, electric, plumbing, materials handling, painting and works with volunteers regularly to coordinate and manage tent parking needs.

Essential Responsibilities

• Responsible for maintaining and repairing tent interior locations such as kids zone, hospitality, volunteer services, donor lane and all other tent departments.
• Support other teams with loading and unloading and materials handling.
• Lead volunteers to coordinate and manage tent parking.
• Will perform various mechanical tasks; troubleshooting, repairing and enhancing systems and subsystems in accordance with the mission statement of Metropolitan Ministries.
• Operate tools associated with trades: drills, saws, forklift, pallet jacks and various other tools.
• Configure, install, repair and maintain manual and electric systems.
• Troubleshoot and repair shelving systems, temporary wall systems, canvas tents, tables, chairs, podiums, parking aids, way finding and other signs and banners.
• Be willing and able to perform other required maintenance tasks including but not limited to:
• Carpentry
• Building structure, floor repairs and installation
• Wall preparations and covering; doors,
• Warehousing needs
• Locate and retrieve various supplies, parts, and building materials as needed to complete assigned projects.
• Support the Holiday Center events as needed
• Support the team in other tasks as assigned. Meet personal goals and actively contribute to the achievement of team and organizational targets/goals for tent operations.
• Demonstrate a passion for the mission, vision, and guiding values of Metropolitan Ministries, in a cooperative manner within the organization to achieve the organization’s goals.

Requirements

Education and Experience

Knowledge and experience in mechanical systems, tools associated with trade and operating hand held power tools

Skills Requirements

This position requires the ability to work within a multi-disciplinary framework Must be able to communicate effectively in English, orally as well as in writing. Must demonstrate a heart for the ministry of serving poor and homeless families. The position requires a degree of maturity, sensitivity to issues of faith, cross cultural and diversity issues, and the social skill to handle job-related matters in a professional and diplomatic manner.

Physical Requirements

Must be able to tolerate outdoor temperatures consistent with Florida climate and endure prolonged standing/walking/bending/stooping and stretching. Must be able to tolerate various temperatures consistent with outside seasonal changes and with refrigeration/freezer cold storage units. Must be able to work in areas with low or no lighting. Must be able to climb ladders and stairs regularly. Must be able to calculate mathematical equations as needed for maintenance purposes. Must be able to lift 40 lbs.

Other

Must demonstrate legal authorization to work in the United States. Must pass required background pre-employment screening. Must adhere to the policies and procedures of the ministry; Must be able to work flexible schedules during the holiday season (October-December) and special events.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

We are committed to creating a diverse and welcoming workplace that includes partners with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We believe that enables us to better meet our mission and values while serving individuals throughout our local communities. People of color, women, LGBTQIA+, Veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with all federal state and local ordinances.

Metropolitan Ministries is committed to offering reasonable accommodation to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at 813-209-1083 or via email at [e-mail]