Maintenance & Operations Assistant
About The Position
The Maintenance & Operations Assistant supports daily operations at The Salvation Army’s Macomb Corps by helping maintain facilities, vehicles, and community support programs in a clean, safe, organized, and service-oriented manner. The role includes facility maintenance and event support, picking up and delivering food and donated goods, and assisting with clothing and household item distribution programs. The position works 25 hours per week and reports to the Corps Officer(s). The employee maintains corps property and equipment, performs general cleaning and floor care, monitors supplies, helps with Christmas, Kettles, and Toy Shop activities, and sets up and takes down rooms for events and meetings. Driving duties include vehicle inspections and upkeep, transporting and safely handling goods, and loading and unloading items. The employee also supports donation pickups and give-away events, helps clients load items, and organizes Clothing Corner storage. Required training must be completed, and the employee must follow Salvation Army policies, procedures, and Safe from Harm certification requirements.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent; significant experience may be considered in lieu of the diploma.
- Valid MVR with a clear driving record.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to demonstrate positive interpersonal skills and work cooperatively as a team member.
- Close attention to detail and a high level of confidentiality.
- Ability to multitask across several projects concurrently.
- Interest and ability to work sensitively and in a culturally appropriate manner with people from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
- Ability to establish and implement policies and procedures.
- Proficiency with computer software applications, including email and Microsoft Office.
- Ability to perform moderate physical work, sometimes heavier.
- Ability to use standard office equipment, including a PC, and regularly interact with the public and people served.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience in facilities, warehouse, delivery, maintenance, or logistics.
Responsibilities
- Maintain corps equipment and property in a clean, organized, and safe manner, including general maintenance, vacuuming, sweeping, mopping, waxing, and buffing floors as needed.
- Maintain appropriate supplies for operations.
- Assist with Christmas, Kettles, and Toy Shop activities as needed.
- Set up and tear down rooms for regular and special events and meetings.
- Conduct daily pre-trip vehicle inspections when driving; keep the vehicle clean and safe, monitor and schedule routine maintenance, and report needed repairs or safety concerns.
- Pick up and deliver donated and purchased goods on scheduled days according to planned routes; load and unload items and handle goods, materials, property, and vehicles safely.
- Maintain a positive work atmosphere through conflict management, courtesy, and professional communication.
- Maintain compliance with The Salvation Army’s Safe from Harm Certification.
- Perform other duties related to janitorial and community food responsibilities as assigned.
- Pick up and drop off donations of clothing, household items, and furniture.
- Assist with give-away events, including setup, teardown, and helping clients load donations.
- Organize and maintain Clothing Corner storage areas as needed and directed.
- Satisfy training requirements associated with the position and required by The Salvation Army.
- Follow applicable policies and procedures, use only resources allocated or approved, and keep the designated supervisor informed of critical issues.
- Travel as needed to meet the needs of the position.
Benefits
- Eligible employees may receive medical, dental, vision, hearing, disability, and life insurance.
- Flexible spending accounts may be available to eligible employees.
- 403(b) retirement accounts may be available to eligible employees.
- A company-funded defined contribution (pension) plan may be available to eligible employees.
- Generous time-off policies may be available to eligible employees.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
