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Position:                            Facilities Technician

Classification:                   Part-Time, Hourly, Non-Exempt

Reports to:                        Shelter Manager

General Summary:

The Facilities Technician helps maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for families experiencing homelessness. This role combines light janitorial duties, basic maintenance and repair work, and some outdoor upkeep.

Essential Job Functions: 

Daily Cleaning & Upkeep

• Sweep and mop floors
• Empty trash and replace liners throughout the facility
• Clean shared spaces including bathrooms, kitchen, and other communal areas
• Clean and sanitize high-touch surfaces

Deep Cleaning

• Clean appliances such as refrigerators and stove
• Address buildup in corners, baseboards, and less frequently cleaned areas
• Assist with room turnover cleaning as needed

Basic Maintenance & Repairs

• Fix minor plumbing issues (e.g., running toilets, dripping faucets)
• Replace lightbulbs and fixtures as needed
• Change doorknobs, tighten hardware, and perform minor repairs
• Identify and report larger maintenance concerns

Grounds & Outdoor Work

• Assist with lawn mowing, weed trimming, and general exterior upkeep (seasonal)
• Help maintain a clean and safe outdoor environment

Other

• Communicate relevant information regarding work assignments and maintain routine records
• Perform other duties as needed and assigned by the Shelter Manager and/or Executive Director
  
  

Skills:

• Experience in maintenance, facilities, custodial, or related work preferred
• Basic knowledge of plumbing, electrical, and general repair tasks
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively during short shifts
• Reliable and consistent attendance is essential
• Must be respectful, professional, and comfortable working in a family shelter environment

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED preferred
• 1-2 years relevant experience preferred

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and reach for extended periods
• Ability to lift and carry up to 30 pounds occasionally
• Ability to frequently navigate stairs and move between multiple levels of the shelter and office buildings, including basement, main floor, and second floor
• Ability to safely transport supplies and equipment between buildings and levels as needed

Additional Requirements

• Pass criminal background check

• Valid Michigan Driver’s License

Schedule & Coverage

• Approximately 3-hour shifts
• Daily coverage required, including weekends (shared between two staff)
• Flexible scheduling with coordination between team members

Note: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.

*Submit your resume to careers@havenhouseel.org