Maintenance Assistant

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory•Duluth, MN

11d•$20 - $23•Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Assistant is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness, safety, and upkeep of indoor and outdoor spaces at Plover Place. Key duties include routine maintenance, repairs, work order management, event support, apartment turnovers, and occasional front desk coverage. This role also responds to after-hours emergencies to ensure a well-functioning facility. Plover Place is a 24-unit site-based permanent supportive housing program serving single adults experiencing or at risk of homelessness. Designed for efficiency and low maintenance, it provides housing, case management, staffing, and life skills programming to support residents in achieving stability. As part of The Salvation Army Northern Division Duluth Corps, Plover Place operates within a broader mission to “Do the Most Good” by delivering holistic, person-centered services. The Corps offers worship and spiritual care, case management, housing, food, clothing, utility and rental assistance, youth programming, and connections to community resources.

Requirements

High school diploma/GED.
One or more years of maintenance experience (e.g., carpentry, electrical, plumbing).
One or more years of custodial grounds maintenance.
Pass background checks, possess a valid driver’s license, and meet MVR requirements.
Must have at least one year of experience with the target population served.
Working knowledge and safe handling of equipment, chemicals, and materials regularly used in basic maintenance.
Must have good interpersonal and communication skills to interact with target population.
Ability to use PC and standard office equipment.
Perform all physical aspects of the position, including being mobile, bending, reaching, and climbing.
Regularly lift 40 lbs. and occasionally lift to 100 lbs.
Must be able to sit and stand for reasonable periods.
Must be able to communicate clearly with colleagues, vendors, and participants.

Responsibilities

Maintain cleanliness of indoor areas through sweeping, mopping, garbage removal, and other janitorial tasks.
Perform seasonal outdoor maintenance, including snow removal, grass cutting, and general cleanup.
Complete assigned work orders for both preventative and corrective maintenance 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.
Assist with front desk coverage as assigned.
Regular driving in the metro using agency vehicle for supplies, mail, etc.
Cross-trained to assist other building support positions.