Facilities Coordinator

Milwaukee Rescue Mission•Milwaukee, WI

57d•Onsite

About The Position

Joy House, part of the Milwaukee Rescue Mission's Division for Women & Children, provides emergency and long-term support, focusing on safety, love, and warmth. They offer training, education, and spiritual guidance to help guests build better lives. Joy House is seeking a mature Christian woman for a part-time Facilities Coordinator position to maintain a safe and clean environment, including building and grounds upkeep, and overseeing equipment and supplies.

Requirements

Mature Christian woman with a servant’s heart.
Ability to relate well with others in a diverse population.
Communicate effectively and professionally with staff, contractors, guests, volunteers, and peers.
High School diploma or GED equivalent.
Two or more years of custodial or housekeeping experience.
Must be able to work independently, effectively manage time, and meet all specified deadlines.
Detail-oriented with excellent organization, coordination, decision-making, and follow-through skills.
Ability and willingness to follow instructions, be flexible, and a team player.
Reliability, dependability, and punctuality.
Genuine concern for the salvation and spiritual welfare of Milwaukee Rescue Mission guests.
Must be able to handle physical workload: ability to stand for long periods, walking, stair climbing, kneeling, squatting, crouching, reaching, handling and gripping without difficulty, repetitive movement of both hands and arms, frequent lifting or moving items up to 55lbs a short distance, and pushing or pulling heavier items with a cart or dolly.
Ability to tolerate exposure to dust, cleaning chemicals, and pests.
A workplace demeanor consistent with a Christian church environment: civil, respectful, polite, and responsive.
Agreement with and subscription to the MRM Statement of Faith and the MRM Statement of Biblical Convictions.
Must be a committed follower of the Lord Jesus Christ, evident in personal testimony and Christian conduct.
Pass a pre-employment background check and drug test.

Nice To Haves

Project coordination experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Implementation and supervision of general housekeeping tasks (preparing snacks and lunches, laundry, vacuuming and shampooing carpets, mopping, emptying garbage, transporting guest belongings, room checks, toiletry distribution).
Ensure all communication devices are working properly.
Check all vents in equipment and rooms for cleanliness and proper functioning.
Maintain all utility closets and storage rooms, including guest storage rooms.
Complete maintenance requests for items or areas needing repair.
Stock all areas of Joy House (pantries, program areas, utility closets, laundry room, med closet).
Assist with training new staff in house management and safety procedures.
Provide assistance and oversight to guest mothers and their children during mealtime transport, daily activities, and scheduled meetings to ensure order.
Ensure daily routines are smooth and orderly.
Assist the Office Manager with filing and clerical tasks as needed.
Help guests understand and follow all house rules.
Ensure the area is safe and secure.
Work closely with the Director concerning building updates and remodels.
Perform any other necessary tasks as directed by the Office Manager.