What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance Specialist position at Outside In?
At Outside In, we celebrate diversity and are deeply committed to equity and inclusion. We actively challenge systemic oppression and create a workplace where everyone belongs, thrives, and feels valued.
Benefits of Working at Outside In:
- 100% Employer-Paid Medical and Dental Insurance Plus life insurance at no cost.
- Retirement Plan 403(b) with employer contributions after meeting eligibility.
- Disability Coverage Employer-paid short- and long-term disability insurance.
- Generous PTO & Holidays 18 days of PTO in the first year, increasing annually, plus 13 paid holidays.
- Flex & Wellness Benefits HRA contributions, flexible spending accounts, and an Employee Assistance Program.
- Discount Program Exclusive employee discounts on various products and services.
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The Maintenance Specialist supports the facilities team with all maintenance related functions for all Outside In locations. This role is key in ensuring our facilities are safe, functional, and in good repair.
Essential Duties
- Perform assigned repairs within all Outside In buildings.
- Perform assigned repairs in on-site residential rooms and apartments.
- Daily cleaning and maintenance of facility interior, exterior, and grounds.
- Proactively recognize maintenance needs and perform them to improve the facilities.
- Purchase needed maintenance supplies and tools as needed.
- Minor electrical and plumbing repair/troubleshooting.
- Assist with removal/donation of unneeded items.
- Assist with collection and recycling of many materials, such as light bulbs, and batteries.
- Keep maintenance work areas reasonably clean and organized
- Meet weekly with the Facilities Director to plan and prioritize work.
- Send end of day reports for work completed.
- Flexibility and versatility in helping support services functions
- Participate in discussions, events, workshops, and trainings offered by Outside In to foster and engage in cultural awareness.
- Other duties as assigned.
Knowledge and Skills
Knowledge
- Working knowledge of plumbing, carpentry, and grounds maintenance.
Skills
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Able to work well with staff and clients from diverse backgrounds.
- Proficient with basic computer usage and email.
- Able to work both independently and as a team member.
- Organization and project management basics
Education / Experience
- Experience maintaining and repairing facilities
- Work experience in carpentry, electrical, plumbing, and grounds maintenance.
- Well organized, able to track projects to completion
Working Conditions
This role is performed onsite at all Outside In locations as needed, exposure to loud noises, elements and weather, etc. This role will have access and expectations to use office equipment as well, including Microsoft Office.
Physical Requirements
This job requires operating phones, computers, and other office equipment. Communicating is required on a regular basis. Moving inside the building to other offices and program delivery spaces as well as moving to surrounding sites is expected. Travel to sites outside of the downtown cluster of spaces will also be required. Regularly moves boxes and/or items weighing up to 50 pounds.