Maintenance Assistant II

VOA Mid-States•Louisville, KY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Volunteers of America Mid-States (VOA) is a non-profit organization spanning four states that creates positive change in the lives of individuals and communities through a ministry of service. They provide housing for families, veterans, and low-income seniors, care and support for individuals with developmental disabilities, healing accountability that brings people together with restorative justice, and free HIV testing and education. VOA was founded in 1896, and "volunteer" referred to anyone who served others as a vocation through a commitment to a mission. Today, VOA is staffed by paid, mission-driven professionals working to create positive change and build thriving communities, emphasizing flexibility, teamwork, and fun. They offer a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The Maintenance Assistant II, under direct supervision, provides general maintenance and janitorial activities for Volunteers of America buildings and properties.

Requirements

Mechanical aptitude
Ability to diagnose and problem-solve
Ability to effectively communicate with staff, clients, visitors, and vendors
Ability to use power tools
Ability to follow directions
Knowledge of cleaning, waxing, buffing, sweeping and similar janitorial activities
Must learn and apply agency and personnel policies and procedures, fire and safety codes and regulations; appropriate federal, state and local regulations; and OSHA regulations

Nice To Haves

One year of experience in general building and/or plant maintenance
Experience in a specialty area (i.e. painting, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, etc.)
High school diploma, GED or equivalent

Responsibilities

Performs various maintenance activities such as plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpentry, plaster and drywall repair, interior painting and prep work. (Staff does not perform maintenance functions requiring licensed personnel, such as electrical work unless properly licensed.)
Repairs and maintains agency equipment, appliances and maintenance/operations vehicles.
Conducts preventive maintenance on agency building, on agency equipment, appliances and maintenance/operations vehicles.
Performs janitorial services including sweeping, mopping, waxing and buffing floors, dusting, cleaning restrooms, emptying trash, restocking common areas and restrooms with paper towels, soap, and other supplies of a similar nature.
Completes required paperwork.
Performance Quality Improvement (PQI) duties as assigned by supervision & PQI Committee.

Benefits

Employee Assistance Plans (EAP)
Health and Wellness Program
Medical Coverage
Dental Coverage
Vision Coverage
Flexible Spending Account
Health Spending Account
Short Term Disability
MetLife Legal Plans
Competitive Compensation Packages
Life Insurance (company paid)
403b retirement plan with company fund matching
Employee discounts
Loan forgiveness options through federal programs (National Health Corp & Public Service Loan Forgiveness)
All company paid benefits and paid time off effective day one
Commitment Committee
Justice Committee
Integrity Committee
Compassion Committee
Retention Committee