Maintenance Assistant

The Salvation Army Central Territory•Duluth, MN

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Assistant is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness, safety, and upkeep of indoor and outdoor spaces at Plover Place, a 24-unit site-based permanent supportive housing program serving single adults experiencing or at risk of homelessness. The position handles routine maintenance and repairs, work orders, event support, apartment turnovers, and occasional front desk coverage. It also responds to after-hours emergency building calls as required. The position is part of The Salvation Army Northern Division Duluth Corps, whose broader services include worship and spiritual care, case management, housing, food, clothing, utility and rental assistance, youth programming, and connections to community resources. The role is based at 319 West Palm Street, Duluth, MN 55811, and pays $22–$24 per hour for 40 hours per week. The work is performed in a professional, non-remote-friendly environment. Regular driving in the metro using an agency vehicle is required. Employees are expected to support The Salvation Army’s mission and may be cross-trained to assist other building support positions.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least one year of maintenance experience, such as carpentry, electrical, or plumbing.
At least one year of custodial grounds maintenance experience.
At least one year of experience with the target population served.
Pass background checks, possess a valid driver’s license, and meet MVR requirements.
Working knowledge of and ability to safely handle equipment, chemicals, and materials regularly used in basic maintenance.
Good interpersonal and communication skills to interact with the target population.
Ability to use a PC and standard office equipment.
Ability to perform physical aspects of the position, including mobility, bending, reaching, and climbing; regularly lift 40 pounds and occasionally lift up to 100 pounds.
Ability to sit and stand for reasonable periods and communicate clearly with colleagues, vendors, and participants.
Support The Salvation Army’s mission.

Responsibilities

Maintain indoor cleanliness through sweeping, mopping, garbage removal, and other janitorial tasks.
Perform seasonal outdoor maintenance, including snow removal, grass cutting, and general cleanup.
Complete assigned preventative and corrective maintenance work orders promptly and efficiently.
Assist with or schedule basic electrical, plumbing, carpentry, painting, and power tool-related repairs.
Assist with setup, equipment transportation, and teardown for special events and projects.
Respond to after-hours emergency building calls from the monitoring company as required.
Prepare apartments for new tenants, including cleaning, painting, minor repairs, and ensuring units meet move-in standards.
Provide front desk coverage as assigned.
Drive regularly in the metro using an agency vehicle for supplies, mail, and similar needs.
Cross-train to assist other building support positions and perform other duties as assigned.