Maintenance Assistant

MSS is a private, nonprofit agency that has been serving adults with disabilities for over 70 years.  We operate program centers throughout the Twin Cities area and provide community employment and day support services for adults with disabilities.

The Maintenance Assistant is responsible for assisting the Maintenance Supervisor with the safe and efficient operation of all buildings owned or leased by the agency.  Assists with maintenance on mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems as needed.  The Maintenance Assistant is also responsible for ensuring that buildings meet acceptable housekeeping standards and that the grounds are well maintained.

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Responsibilities: 

• Ensure buildings are in good repair and attractively maintained.  This may include interior/exterior painting, stripping and waxing tile floors, shampooing carpets, repairing doors/windows, and other tasks involved in maintaining commercial buildings.

• Maintain and assist in the repair of all electrical, mechanical, and plumbing systems.

• Participate in construction/remodeling projects as directed by the Maintenance Supervisor.
• Ensure grounds are well maintained – lawn maintenance to include mowing, trimming, edging, watering, fertilizing, and trimming of trees and bushes. 
• Keep sidewalks clear of snow and ice.  Responsible for snow removal on sidewalks.
• Some light janitorial responsibilities which may include ordering supplies, restocking supplies, and trash removal as needed.
• Open/Close buildings as assigned.
• Work in collaboration with the Maintenance Supervisor to ensure repair needs are reported and resolved.
• Monitor buildings to ensure they meet safety standards.  Be proactive in identifying, reporting, and correcting safety related issues.
• Provide assistance for building maintenance on weekends as needed.  These tasks may include painting, stripping and waxing floors, roof snow removal, etc.
• Maintain the maintenance storage area in a clean and orderly fashion.

Requirements

The ideal candidate will have one year of maintenance experience to include basic electrical and plumbing experience.  Must be willing to work 8am to 4:30pm and be available as early as 7am in the event snow removal is needed. 

Must be able to frequently climb, bend, stoop, twist, and lift up to 50 pounds.  Must be able to competently operate basic tools and janitorial equipment.  Must have a valid driver’s license and meet standards set by MSS and our insurance company to drive an agency vehicle.  Must pass the Department of Human Services background check and criminal background check.

Benefits

• Competitive pay, benefits, and bonuses. This job pays $24.00 per hour to start, with regular raises. Employees who work 30 or more hours per week have comprehensive health and dental benefits, generous paid time off, and recruitment bonuses for bringing new members to the MSS team. Learn about our benefits package at mssmn.org/benefits.

• Paid hands-on training. From the moment you start, experienced co-workers will help you learn the job every step of the way. You’ll always have the support you need to do your job from co-workers and a management team you can depend on.
• Respect for you as a person. At MSS, your life experience is the key to your success. Your unique culture, personal history, passions, and ideas enrich the lives of your co-workers, our clients and their families, and our whole community.

MSS is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to a diverse and fully inclusive workplace. We encourage people of all cultures, identities, and perspectives to apply.

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