Building Maintenance Worker

The Salvation Army, an internationally recognized non-profit, faith-based organization, has an opening for a Building Maintenance Worker/Driver. The Building Maintenance Worker performs routine repairs and maintenance of buildings and equipment; performs minor plumbing, electrical, and carpentry repair work   Job Summary Performs routine building maintenance activities; performs minor plumbing repairs required by leaking faucets and clogged toilets; performs carpentry work required to repair dents and/or holes in walls and paints walls.   Performs routine electrical repairs; replaces and adds receptacles; repairs light fixtures; performs other miscellaneous electrical repairs.   Performs maintenance and repair of Salvation Army buildings and quarters; repairs roofs, sidings, doors, and steps, etc.   Paints inside and outside of all Salvation Army buildings as needed.   Assembles and moves office furniture including chairs, desks, tables, bulletin boards, etc.   Cleans surroundings after each repair job; ensures that all tools are collected and surroundings are left neat and clean.   Monitors lighting and changes light bulbs when needed.   Maintains all tools, supplies, parts, and equipment belonging to the Maintenance Department.   Maintains and repairs door locks.     Assists in cleaning the kitchen and dining area.   Performs other related work as required.   Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of general building and grounds maintenance practices and procedures.   Ability to learn by method of on-the-job training including ability to follow instructions.   Ability to perform routine and minor repair and maintenance activities of buildings and grounds.   Ability to use and maintain maintenance equipment and tools effectively and in a safe manner.   Ability to keypunch information into a computer.   Ability to operate various general office equipment including a telephone, computer, and printer.   Ability to travel as needed.     Education and Experience High school diploma or G.E.D.   or   any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.   Certifications/Licenses:   Valid State Driver’s License   Physical Requirements/Working Conditions Ability to meet attendance requirements.   Ability to read, communicate and write the English language.   Ability to perform heavy lifting.   Ability to perform strenuous, heavy work involving the lifting and carrying of heavy objects.   Ability to perform continuous walking, stooping, standing, and some climbing.   Work requires the ability to lift and carry and / or push/pull heavy (50 – 100 plus lbs.) materials, supplies, and equipment frequently.  Heavy mobility; duties are usually performed by combinations of standing, walking, climbing ladders or steps, bending, reaching, or transporting merchandise on frequent change basis relieved by fewer periods of sitting or operating a vehicle.   Additional Comments: All employees recognize The Salvation Army is a church and agree that they will do nothing as an employee of The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission. To apply, please select the "Apply Now" icon at the bottom of this positing.         https://southernusa.salvationarmy.org/uss/careers   Application Submitter Period: 9/24/2024- till filled All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.  Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled  ADDITONAL VERBIAGE To apply, please complete our on-line application at www.salvationarmycareers.org.