FLSA Classification

Non-Exempt

Reports to:

Facilities Manager

Job Description 

Summary/objective

Do you want to play an integral role in a dynamic organization? We are looking to add a Maintenance Assistant to help support our team. The right candidate will enjoy learning new tasks and taking on a variety of responsibilities while working in an up-beat, nonprofit environment.

Reporting to the Facilities Manager, the Maintenance Assistant keeps assigned areas, such as office, classrooms, hallways and common areas of our campus in clean and orderly condition. They will work successfully with fellow employees and others to help supporting the broad array of services provided to students, parents, instructional and support employees. 

Essential functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

· Maintain a cleaning schedule that will include cleaning of floors, wastebaskets, windows, furniture, equipment, and restrooms.

· Keep school building and grounds, including sidewalks, driveways, parking lots, and play areas, neat and clean

· Assist with lunchroom set up, including arranging tables and chairs.

· Perform preventative maintenance to ensure the comfort, health, and safety of students and staff. Make minor building repairs as needed

· Assist in setting up facilities for special events 

· Assists with opening and closing campus facilities each day 

· Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties, including lifting, and climbing 

· Operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures 

· Correct unsafe conditions in work area and promptly report any conditions that are not immediately correctable 

Competencies:

Candidates who believe they fit Sherwood Autism Center’s culture are encouraged to apply! Sherwood Autism Center’s culture is described as: 

• People-oriented-      supportive and fairness focused
• Detail-oriented-quality      and precision-focused
• Team-oriented-cooperative      and collaborative

Work environment: 

This position is located in the central office of our campus. You will be in the midst of activity and energy. This position is: 

· A good fit for applicants with gaps in their resume, or who have been out of the workforce for the past 6 months or more

· A good job for someone just entering the workforce or returning to the workforce with limited experience and education

Schedule: 

Monday-Friday 7:00am-3:30pm(flexible)

Benefits: 

Sherwood Autism Center recognizes the value of benefits to our employees. Full time employees are eligible for our robust, comprehensive benefits program including: 

· 401(k) with a company match

· Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance 

· Ancillary benefit options including Voluntary Short term disability, Voluntary Life and AD&D, Voluntary Accident, Voluntary Critical Illness and Cancer Plan, Voluntary Hospital Indemnity as well as an Employee Assistance Program. 

· 10 company paid holidays 

· Generous PTO/Vacation 

The Maintenance Assistant must be able to prioritize, organize and communicate with all levels of the organization. They should be able to maintain confidentiality, be a critical thinker, as well as be concise and detail oriented. You must have a positive demeanor, great customer service skills. 

Affirmative Action/EEO Statement

Sherwood Autism Center is committed to cultivating an inclusive work environment because we know that many of the greatest ideas and discoveries as well as best examples of service come from a diverse mix of minds, backgrounds and experiences. We believe that everyone is an equal member of society and should be treated with dignity, respect and kindness. Because we believe inclusivity is critical to our success, Sherwood provides equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic disposition, neurodiversity, disability, veteran status or any other protected category under Federal, State and local law. 

Other duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. 

Required education and experience

• High School or Equivalent 
• Six month previous custodial/housekeeping experience 
• Must be able to speak and understand basic English 
• Ability to follow directions
• Ability to operate custodial and related equipment

Physical Demands: · Must be able to lift and carry up to 50lbs 20 feet· Must be able to stand unassisted for at least one hour · Frequent walking, standing, climbing, and health lifting and carrying · Work outside and inside, on slippery or uneven walking surfaces, and ladders