Working hands-on facilities staff member needed to assist with the facility maintenance of a beautiful community center and preschool. The Facilities Assistant will support the Facilities Manager with the operations and maintenance of the building, building systems and equipment. S/he is responsible for performing multiple repair and maintenance tasks throughout the day, which could include, but are not limited to: carpentry work; electrical; plumbing; painting; HVAC; flooring; outdoor landscaping; janitorial support and general facility repairs.
Strong communication, training, and problem-solving experience as well as a working knowledge of plumbing, electrical, and carpentry are required.
Hours: Tuesday-Thursday, 8:00am-4:30pm with a 30 minute lunch break, flexibility required for event days.
RESPONSIBILITIES (include, but are not limited to):
- General maintenance and upkeep of the facility
- Assist with the care of classrooms, offices, and common areas
- Troubleshoot general problems
- Electrical repairs and maintenance: lightbulbs, wiring, circuit breakers, fuses
- Carpentry, painting & General Construction: woodwork, sanding, painting, etc.
- Set up and tear down for events
- General Plumbing: Toilets, faucets, fix leaks, etc.
- Facility Repairs: doors, doorknobs, locks, broken tiles, polish floors, staining, etc.
- Outdoors: landscaping and cleaning sidewalks and driveways, etc.
- Attend to members of staff promptly when called upon
QUALIFICATIONS:
- 2 or more years of related work experience
- Knowledge and abilities in various repair and maintenance related works
- Attention to detail
- Being highly observant and security conscious
- Ability to solve problems
- Strong interpersonal skills and work ethic
- Must be a team player and treat co-workers with respect
- Ability to work under pressure
- Successful time management skills
- Ability to multi-task and prioritize tasks
- Regular and reliable attendance is expected
- Ability to work occasional overtime and other shifts
PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS
- Ability to reach and to lift materials weighing up to 70 lbs.
- Manual dexterity, overall coordination and good balance are required.
- Ability to stand, walk, and move rapidly for an eight (8) hour work shift.
- Ability to bend, stoop, twist and turn, climb stairs and on trucks.
- Ability to perform repetitious arm and wrist movements.
- Mental alertness to ensure safe and accurate completion of work activities.
- On occasion able to work other shifts and overtime.
- Ability to learn new tasks and procedures.
- Ability to move furniture and equipment.
WE OFFER:
State of the art facilities, supportive team, and a pleasant professional environment. This position has long term prospects with room for growth. Salary commensurate with experience.
Pay: From $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
Experience:
- Facilities maintenance: 2 years (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Naples, FL 34102 (Required)
Work Location: In person
