Veterans-Focused Facilities Lead

Veterans Community Project; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Zero out-of-pocket health premiums

4% 401(k) match

6 weeks paid time off

Job summary

Veterans Community Project is seeking an Operations Associate in Kansas City, MO, to maintain our residential homes, campus buildings, and grounds with hands-on maintenance and construction skills.

You will collaborate with Veteran Support Services and Development, coordinate volunteers, and ensure safe, welcoming spaces for Veterans, staff, and guests. A valid driver’s license is required, and prior HVAC/plumbing experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in general construction, building maintenance, or a related skilled trade.
• Working knowledge of carpentry, basic plumbing, HVAC systems, and general facility repairs.
• Experience operating maintenance equipment and power tools safely.
• Strong organizational skills, initiative, and ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Basic computer proficiency; Monday.com or similar software experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform general construction, preventive maintenance, and repairs, including carpentry, drywall, painting, basic plumbing, and HVAC maintenance.
• Prepare tiny homes for incoming Veterans through inspections, repairs, renovations, and unit turnovers.
• Safely operate and maintain equipment, including skid steers, riding or stand-on mowers, power tools, and landscaping equipment.
• Maintain campus grounds through mowing, trimming, landscaping, seasonal upkeep, and special improvement projects.
• Complete assigned work orders, document progress, and communicate maintenance needs using Monday.com or similar project management software.
• Collaborate with Veteran Support Services and Development to support residential needs, volunteer workdays, events, and campus projects.
• Assist with coordinating and supervising volunteers on approved maintenance and improvement projects.
• Identify maintenance concerns, recommend solutions, and recognize when professional contractors are needed.

Skills

General construction

Carpentry

Plumbing

HVAC

Power tools

Driver's license

Independent worker

Tools

Monday.com

Job description

Veterans Community Project is seeking an Operations Associate in Kansas City, MO, to maintain our residential homes, campus buildings, and grounds with hands-on maintenance and construction skills.

You will collaborate with Veteran Support Services and Development, coordinate volunteers, and ensure safe, welcoming spaces for Veterans, staff, and guests. A valid driver’s license is required, and prior HVAC/plumbing experience is a plus.