Facilities & Maintenance Technician

Facilities & Maintenance Technician

Job Description

POSITION TITLE: Facilities & Maintenance Technician

REPORTS TO: Housing Director

Background of Parker Street Ministries:

Parker Street Ministries (PSM) is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization committed to Gospel-centered community development beginning in Lakeland, Florida's Parker Street neighborhood through four focus areas: Fostering Spiritual Growth, Supporting Lifetime Learners, Stabilizing the Neighborhood, and Cultivating Connections. PSM's core values are demonstrating humility by keeping God first, honoring truth of Scripture and truth in our relationships, being present with each other, affirming dignity of each person as made in the image of God, and committing to unity through healthy relationships.

Purpose of Position:

Collaborate with the Housing Director and the housing team to implement, maintain and improve ministry management and policies related to facilities, neighborhood services, and the housing initiative. To include the PSM campus, vehicles, and other assets. Managing ministry-owned facilities including construction, repairs/maintenance, and scheduling vendors when needed. Support the growing housing initiative while fostering neighborhood relationships.

Time Required:

Full-time, hourly position at $24-26/hour, plus benefits. This is an FLSA non-exempt position and eligible for overtime.

Benefits:

• Health insurance 100% paid for by PSM for full-time employees
• 6% retirement savings match
• 12 paid vacation days and additional sick time
• 12 paid holidays
• Closed the weeks of Thanksgiving and Christmas

Job Responsibilities:

1. Supervise the operational functions of PSM's four main campus buildings, including custodial oversight, along with vendors and volunteers for neighborhood services.

2. Possess technical and mechanical skills including but not limited to basic electrical, HVAC, plumbing, carpentry, general repairs, and preventative maintenance.

3. Manage facilities/properties/vehicles/assets, making sure things are fixed and resolved in a timely manner.

4. Proficient use of hand tools, power tools, and material handling equipment.

5. Remain apprised of government and license requirements for ministry and facility to include service kitchen.

6. Collaborate with housing team on ministry-owned properties regarding work orders, maintenance, and repairs.

7. Oversee custodial staff and duties as needed after daily facility use and during/after events.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Possess thorough working knowledge of all job descriptions and responsibilities of all employees and volunteers.
• Attend staff meetings and work with senior leadership team for smooth and integrated internal operations.
• Individual advocacy alongside residents.
• Neighborhood leadership development.
• Special care should be taken to ensure that the company utilizes its tax-exempt status in the procurement of taxable items.

Job Requirements:

• Level of Education

· College degree preferred.

• Work Experience

· Minimum of two years related facility/maintenance/construction experience.

· Non-profit/ministry experience preferred.

• Understand position's support of the mission and be able to articulate how the Gospel is active in this particular position
• Ability to hold, in confidence, information gained in the performance of duties and overheard in the office environment
• Personal Gifts and Skills

· A profession of faith in Jesus Christ that is demonstrated through Christian growth, church membership, and relationships.

· Strong organizational, communication, and administrative skills, including Microsoft Office Suite proficiency – the ability to perform responsibilities without administrative support.

· Good grasp of construction, repairs, and technology infrastructure.

· Ability to make connections, building bridges to and from the Parker Street neighborhood.

· Willingness to act as an advocate for those held captive by poverty.

· Self-disciplined, self-starting work style, accustomed to operating without supervision while capable of supervising and motivating others and working within a team.

· Flexibility and ability to adapt to new situations.

· Have excellent follow-through.

· Be consistent and detailed.

Working Conditions:

1. Facilities & Maintenance Technician is a full-time position for 40 hours per week.

2. Some weekend and before/after-hours duties are required.

3. Be present at major events.

4. Requires the ability to perform physical tasks such as walking, standing, lifting, climbing, and bending. This role may involve occasional heavy lifting, navigating stairs, and operating equipment. Additionally, the ability to travel between properties and interact with tenants and vendors is essential.

Performance Criteria:

The Housing Director, based on this job description, will complete an annual written performance evaluation of the work of the Facilities & Maintenance Technician. This annual evaluation will be placed in the employee's personnel file. Reviews will be held after the first 30, 60, and 90 days of employment, with a formal written evaluation for the annual review. After the first year of employment, evaluations will be performed annually or more often as requested.

Additional:

· Parker Street Ministries offers equal employment opportunities to all employees and all who apply for employment. There will be no regard to race, color, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics in any decisions concerning conditions of employment. Parker Street Ministries complies with applicable state and local laws concerning discrimination in the workplace.

· All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

· Individuals who cannot perform some of the requirements because they pose health or safety risks to themselves or other employees may be excluded from this position.

· This is a drug-free workplace, and all staff are subject to drug testing.

· Successful applicants must also pass background checks.

· This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than describing an "at will" employment relationship.

Next Steps: Please send your resume with a cover letter to for an application.

Pay: $ $26.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person