Building Maintenance Worker & Driver (9297)

The Salvation Army•Gastonia, NC

About The Position

The Building Maintenance Worker & Driver cleans and maintains buildings and grounds to keep them neat and clean, performs routine repairs and maintenance on buildings and equipment, and completes minor plumbing, electrical, and carpentry repairs. The role also drives a Salvation Army vehicle to transport items between Salvation Army locations and to collect materials and repair items needed for maintenance work. The position's duties are divided between driving (30%) and building maintenance (70%). Driving duties include picking up and delivering items, following safe driving practices, recording mileage, maintaining schedules, fueling and cleaning the vehicle, and arranging routine vehicle maintenance. Building maintenance duties include cleaning and sanitizing facilities, maintaining floors and furnishings, preparing meeting rooms, replacing light bulbs, completing routine repairs, painting, moving and assembling furniture, and maintaining tools and supplies. The worker also assists with groundskeeping and performs other related duties as assigned. Work is performed in a facility, with some exposure to outdoor temperatures, dirt, dust, and disagreeable sights and odors. The role requires continuous walking, stooping, standing, and climbing, as well as the physical energy needed for housekeeping and minor maintenance work.

Requirements

No formal education or experience is required.
Six months of experience performing general housekeeping duties, or an equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Ability to perform general maintenance and cleaning activities for buildings and grounds.
Ability to follow instructions and work independently.
Knowledge of acceptable driving techniques and practices.
Ability to read and follow maps and gauge the time needed to arrive at a destination.
Must possess a valid driver's license and a clear driving record.
Ability to meet attendance requirements and to read and communicate in English.
Ability to perform the physical work required for housekeeping and minor maintenance, including continuous walking, stooping, standing, and climbing.

Responsibilities

Pick up and deliver miscellaneous items as needed and drive a truck to collect materials and repair items for maintenance work.
Drive carefully, observe traffic signs and road and weather conditions, park safely, and lock the vehicle when it is not in use.
Fuel, wash, and clean the vehicle; log mileage accurately; arrive according to schedule or call ahead about severe delays; and schedule routine vehicle maintenance.
Clean and sanitize bathrooms, kitchens, activity rooms, dining areas, and appliances; wash dishes; replenish supplies; and empty trash and collect it from the grounds.
Sweep, vacuum, mop, and wax floors; sweep sidewalks; clean windows; and dust and polish furniture and fixtures.
Assist with setting up meeting rooms, including arranging tables and chairs.
Monitor lights and replace bulbs; perform routine building maintenance and minor plumbing, electrical, and carpentry repairs.
Maintain and repair Salvation Army buildings and quarters, including roofs, siding, doors, steps, walls, and fixtures; paint interiors and exteriors.
Assemble and move office furniture and clean the work area after repairs, ensuring tools are collected and surroundings are neat.
Maintain tools, supplies, parts, and equipment belonging to the Maintenance Department.
Display special signs as needed, assist with building maintenance and groundskeeping, and perform other duties as assigned.