Facilities Associate

Sojourner Truth House is a ministry of hope and help for homeless and at-risk women and their children sponsored by the Poor Handmaids of Jesus Christ (PHJC). Through hospitality, advocacy, integrative services and collaboration, participants improve their quality of life and that of the community in a safe, trusting environment.

Sojourner Truth House places a high priority on incorporating the PHJC core values into the daily performance of job responsibilities and leadership skills.

Job-Title/Full or Part-Time

Facilities Associate (full-time-40 hours/week)

Reports to

Facilities Coordinator

Department

Facilities Services

FLSA Classification

Non-Exempt (Hourly)

Supervises

None

Job purpose

Performs general cleaning and minor maintenance duties in maintaining facility, adjacent walks and grounds, keeping equipment in clean, orderly and functional condition. Assist in maintaining food pantry, clothes closet, storage facilities, furniture donation pickups and client move-ins. Aids staff, visitors and other employees as necessary.

Duties and responsibilities

Routine Maintenance and Repair

• Performs building service or grounds related tasks required for routine cleaning, construction and/or clearing of roads/walkways, and other work of a general maintenance nature.
• Ensures security of facilities by locking and unlocking doors and/or installing and maintaining various safety components (i.e., fire alarm covers, security screens) as assigned.
• Assures that all waste, recycling and debris are picked up and removed from building(s).
• Picks up and deliver commodities from food banks, making appointments necessary to do so in consultation with Community Services Client Specialist
• Picks up donations as requested
• Delivers furniture and household items to clients with a coworker/volunteer
• Coordinates the FIFO method with the pole barn/garage with coworkers

Facility Support and Janitorial

• Performs routine repair work and other work of a general maintenance nature
• Inspects and assures quality control of all work performed
• Manages the department to ensure that that facility is clean, tidy at all times
• Oversees and responsible for daily cleaning check lists
• Responds quickly and professionally to guest cleanliness concerns

Qualifications

• One year of maintenance experience or completion of 1-year maintenance worker training/apprenticeship
• Basic high school diploma or GED required
• Has demonstrated leadership ability
• Position requires good organizational skills, initiative, flexibility and ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Experience working in a multi-cultural environment for a not-for-profit organization providing direct service to the economically disadvantaged
• Must be able to think logically, draw valid conclusions and initiate appropriate actions
• Required to wear back support belt, gloves, goggles and other safety equipment as tasks dictate
• This position requires a skilled knowledge in the safe use and maintenance common maintenance tools and equipment
• Traveling may be required to perform assigned tasks; ability to operate a motor vehicle and a truck. Valid driver's license and auto insurance required

Working conditions

Coworker works in and around buildings and facilities and are exposed to loud noise levels, cold and hot temperatures, inclement weather conditions, road hazards, vibration, confining workspace, chemicals, mechanical and/or electrical hazards, and hazardous physical substances and fumes. Coworker may interact with members of the public or with clients under emotionally stressful conditions while interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures. The coworker is required to wear personal protective equipment under appropriate circumstances. The coworker may occasionally work in high, precarious places, steep slopes and on ladders.

Sojourner Truth House is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard for race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status, national origin, or disability. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear, sit, use hands, reach with hands and arms, stand, walk, and use stairs.

Physical requirements

• Ability to lift tools, furniture, building materials, etc., which weigh up to 50 lbs. constantly, 50-75 lbs. frequently, and 75-100 lbs. occasionally
• Ability to work safely from a ladder
• Ability to operate a forklift, pallet truck, lawn equipment, and box truck

• Specific vision includes close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus.
• Frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear.