Facilities Maintenance Specialist

@ Community Action House
Community Action Housecommunityactionhouse.com

Facilities Maintenance Specialist

Posted 3 months ago

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About the job

Community Action House has provided support and pathways out of poverty in Holland, MI since 1969. The Facilities Maintenance Specialist supports facility upkeep, repairs, and collaborates with teams to ensure smooth daily operations.

Requirements

  • 2+ years of relevant experience
  • Valid driver’s license
  • Experience with commercial maintenance
  • Ability to lift 50 pounds
  • Reliable transportation

Qualifications

  • Proactive and organized
  • Effective communication skills
  • Ability to work independently
  • Creatively problem solve
  • Passion for community service

Full job description

About Community Action House

Since its founding in 1969, Community Action House has been the focal point of community efforts to provide critical support and pathways out of poverty for our neighbors in need. Our community-powered work takes a client-centric approach that meets people wherever they are at and offers services that enhance ownership and agency. Our work is organized in three interconnected areas: Food Access, Resource Navigation, and Financial Wellness. Welcome, excellence, and collaboration are some of our core values. Learn more at www.communityactionhouse.org.

In October 2021, we launched our new ‘Food Club & Opportunity Hub’ to expand efficient, impactful healthy food assistance with the on-site integration of other pathway programs. More recently, we announced a partnership with Dwelling Place to help address the affordable housing crisis here in Holland. In July 2023, we publicly launched our expansion of Lakeshore Food Rescue (www.lakeshorefoodrescue.org).

Organizational budget: $9M-10M (inclusive of $5M in-kind support)

Agency Size: 60-70 staff and 2,300+ annual volunteers

Our Values

Who we are. Who we aspire to be. What drives us. What unites us. Learn more, here!

- Radically Welcoming

- Guest-Centered

- Lead with Kindness

- Curiosity-Driven

- Always Improving

- Collaborative by Design

- Contagious Commitment

- One Team

Position Details 

Position Type: part-time, regular, up to 28 hours per week

Overtime Status: Non-exempt

Reports To: Manager, Logistics and Facilities

Direct Reports: None

Department: Business Operations

Primary Location:Food Club & Opportunity Hub
Compensation & Benefits: $21.00 - $23.00/hour

Start Date: as soon as possible

Summary

The Facilities Associate, Maintenance is responsible for maintaining the functionality of the organization's physical spaces at our various locations in Holland, MI. This role involves performing routine maintenance tasks, responding to repair requests, and ensuring the overall upkeep of the facilities. The Facilities Associate, Maintenance will primarily work independently, but while coordinating and collaborating closely with the Logistics & Facilities team and other departments to support the daily operations of the organization. 


Responsibilities & Essential Duties

  • Attend to the commercial maintenance needs at Community Action House properties and partner site locations.

  • Conduct regular inspections of the facilities to identify and address maintenance needs.

  • Complete minor repairs and maintenance including but not limited to: repairing wall damage, painting, replacing ceiling tiles, floor maintenance.

  • Perform regular maintenance of the facilities, including but not limited to: cleaning internal spaces, lawn maintenance, snow removal and salting.

  • Maintain inventory of maintenance supplies (fuel, salt, paint) and equipment (tools and equipment, requesting reorder as necessary).

  • Coordinate with external contractors for maintenance and repair work, as needed.

  • Lead volunteers assisting with facilities projects as necessary.

  • When needed as additional support, perform daily cleaning of offices, kitchen, break rooms, restrooms and common areas of facilities.

  • Assist with setup and teardown of furniture and equipment for meetings, events, and as needed.

  • Other duties as assigned.


  • Supervision Received

    General Direction: Receives broad guidance and direction and has some autonomy in decision-making and flexibility in determining how to achieve goals. Supervisor provides support and resources as needed but may not be directly involved in day-to-day decision-making or task assignments.

    Supervisory Responsibilities

  • Informal Supervisor: Does not have formal people leading (supervisory) responsibilities. May influence others based on their expertise or relationships; lead projects with other teammates; and/or provide guidance or mentoring to other colleagues. 


  • Education & Experience

  • 2+ years of relevant experience required

  • No supervisory experience required

  • Some college required. Bachelor's Degree preferred.; or in place of college, equivalent years of experience

  • Valid driver’s license in good standing is required


  • Qualifications

  • 2+ years of directly related professional experience with a higher level of expertise or specialization in commercial facility cleaning and maintenance to support or lead projects or operations in this area. 

  • Serve as subject matter experts, providing guidance, training, and support to staff, volunteers, or external stakeholders such as vendors, in their area of expertise.

  • Basic knowledge of and experience with cleaning commercial facilities.

  • Proactive, organized, and strong in follow-up and task execution.

  • Ability to follow a consistent, reliable, and predictable schedule.

  • Ability to creatively problem solve and be adaptable to various tasks.

  • Ability to maintain focus while working independently.

  • Willingness and interest in continuous learning and adaptation based on your professional interests and organizational needs.

  • A high standard of performance and integrity, and ability to lead by example to foster a positive workplace culture.

  • Proficiency in clear and effective written and verbal communication, and ability to develop trusting professional relationships.

  • Ability to work effectively in collaboration with diverse groups of people.

  • Demonstrate a genuine passion for our mission and a commitment to upholding our team’s values: Radically Welcoming, Guest-Centered, Lead with Kindness, Curiosity-Driven, Always Improving, Collaborative by Design, Contagious Commitment, & One Team.


  • Physical Requirements

  • Continuously move about work area

  • Continuously use hands/fingers to handle or feel

  • Continuously reach with hands and arms

  • Frequently ascend/descend (stairs/ladder/etc.)

  • Frequently bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl

  • Occasionally use eyesight clarity/accuracy or visual perception

  • Occasionally drive a vehicle for work

  • Occasionally operate computer and general office machines

  • Frequently  work outside in variable weather conditions

  • Frequently operate machines: vacuum cleaner, floor scrubber, snow blower, leaf blower, lawn mower

  • Frequently ability to push, pull, and lift up to 50 pounds


  • Other Factors

  • Access to consistent and reliable transportation

  • Evening hours Occasionally, on a pre-scheduled basis

  • Weekend hours Occasionally, on a pre-scheduled basis



  • Application

    Interviews are conducted on a rolling basis until position is filled. To apply, submit resume and 1 page cover letter, depending on position. Contact peopleandculture@communityactionhouse.org with questions.

    Equal Opportunity Employer

    Community Action House is committed to creating a diverse work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, medical condition related to pregnancy or childbirth), sexual orientation, and gender identity, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, height, weight, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws. We encourage applicants of all backgrounds to apply.

    Note: This Job Description is a description of the typical duties of this position, and is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties. Job incumbents may be asked to perform other duties as required.

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