Facilities Assistant

YWCA of St. Joseph • Saint Joseph, MO

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Facilities Assistant performs routine building maintenance and contributes to maintaining a safe, clean, and functional environments across all YWCA St. Joseph locations. This role plays a key part in supporting the organization’s mission by ensuring spaces are welcoming and well cared for staff, residents, and the community.

Requirements

• Possesses a high school diploma or GED.
• Must be 18 years or older to apply.
• Ability to prioritize incoming requests.
• Ability to exercise sound judgement and act quickly in an emergency.
• Ability to pass child abuse/neglect and criminal background screening.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds, routinely.
• Ability to work from heights, with proper safety equipment provided.
• Access to private transportation, valid driver’s license with insurance complying with minimum agency standards.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in general maintenance, facilities, custodial work, or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• General handyman skills (basic plumbing, painting, minor repairs).
• Ability to troubleshoot and problem-solve facility issues.
• Willingness to learn and coordinate with vendors.
• Complete daily/weekly walkthroughs to identify maintenance or safety concerns.
• Ensure the building and grounds are clean, safe, and well-maintained.
• Respond to maintenance requests in a timely manner.
• Perform scheduled preventative maintenance (filter changes, seasonal tasks, inspections).
• Works in a safe manner and recognizes unsafe situations. Takes appropriate action to ensure safety of themselves and others in building.
• Work with heights, confined spaces (crawl spaces), and other limited work areas.
• Assist in setting up rooms for meetings, trainings, or events (tables, chairs, equipment).
• Be available for occasional urgent maintenance needs.
• Attend staff meetings and trainings as required and/or assigned.
• Commitment to the YWCA mission of Eliminating Racism and Empowering Women.
• Other related duties as required and/or assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED