Maintenance Worker (2nd Shift)

Build Inc•Chicago, IL

10h

About The Position

Maintenance Worker (MW) - 2nd Shift (40 hours, Full-time) Non-Exempt BUILD, Inc. (Broader Urban Involvement and Leadership Development) is presently seeking a committed, self-motivated, and innovative individual to join our team. BUILD is a nationally respected gang intervention, violence prevention, and youth development organization based on Chicago’s West Side. Since 1969, BUILD has worked to save lives and mentor young people who live in the city’s most challenging neighborhoods. When you work at BUILD, you make an important difference to the thousands of youths and families we serve. Our Core Values: Empathy, Passion, Persistence and Innovation. The Maintenance Worker (MW) works with the facilities team to maintain the facilities and grounds to provide a safe, healthy, and welcoming atmosphere for program participants, staff and the public. Work includes cleaning, room set-up and take-down. The (MW) reports to Facilities Manager (FM).

Requirements

Two years of maintenance experience preferred
Ability to work on multiple assigned tasks and interact professionally with BUILD staff, program participants, community members and guests
Valid driver’s license
Ability to work flexible hours including early morning, late evening and weekend hours
Must be able to continuously walk
Frequently position self to clean facilities; occasionally climb ladder, ability to move boxes of supplies weighing up to 50lbs and over with assistance, walk/move on uneven ground
Must be able to lift 60lbs
Must be able to lift objects weighing 50ibs and climb ladders repeatedly
As of October 15, 2021, all BUILD employees are required to submit proof of full vaccination status.

Responsibilities

Work positively and professionally with all staff, program participants, community members and guests, to provide a clean, safe, and welcoming environment
Do cleaning interior, exterior, and immediate grounds while performing light maintenance, as part of the maintenance team
Pull garbage, pick up trash and maintain clean building and grounds
Set up building for programs and rentals, as part of the maintenance team, as assigned
Do receiving, storing, and distributing custodial supplies, as part of the maintenance team
Assist with performing minor building repairs as needed, under the direction of the facilities manager. Work on completing work orders, under the direction of the facilities manager
Shovel snow and de-ice walkways. Do landscaping tasks as assigned
Maintain effective two-way communication while dealing with concerns in the field with all staff and immediate supervisor
Utilize the assigned communication system to always maintain communication
Follow the B.U.I.L.D. policies, procedures, and guidelines
Maintain good safety awareness and follow all safety guidelines and procedures
Other duties as assigned