Maintenance Associate

Position Title: Maintenance Associate 

 
Our Saviour’s Community Services (OSCS) provides dignified shelter and housing for single adults and 
basic education classes to adult English language learners in the Phillips Community of South 
Minneapolis. OSCS takes its name from Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church, which founded our programs in the 
early 1980s. In 2004, we became a legally and financially independent nonprofit. We are not a religious 
organization. Find more about OSCS at  

 
We provide excellent benefits to full-time and part-time (20+hours) employees, including generous Paid Time Off and Sick Time along with Paid Parental Leave; Paid Holidays; Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage Employer contributions toward premiums; Employer-paid Short and Long Term Disability and Life Insurance; professional development opportunities; voluntary benefit options including HSA; and participation in 401(k) retirement plan. 

 
This Role: The Maintenance Associate is responsible for OSCS’s campus facilities, including the general 
maintenance and repair of internal and external facilities. 

 
This position is non-exempt, part-time, and regularly scheduled for 15-20 hours per week. Schedules can be flexible, though regular hours will be expected Monday through Friday at set times. This is not an on-call position but if a maintenance emergency arises the maintenance associate has the option to come in for additional hours. This role reports to the Property Manager. 

 
Position Responsibilities: 

• Follow all department and facility guidelines, policies, and procedures for work assignments and job duties and keep up to date with changes 

• Ensure weekly, monthly, and annual tasks are completed thoroughly and on time 

• Perform minor to medium residential houses and small building repairs and upkeep 

• Prepare facilities and grounds for each season and assist with seasonal ground maintenance 

• Maintain facilities in clean and orderly condition 

• Tend to environmental systems and required safety upkeep (boiler, HVAC, forced air) 

• Works independently but cooperatively with the Caretaker Associate and Property Manager 

• Assist in moving furniture and equipment 

• Identify and purchase hardware and other maintenance supplies as needed 

• Other duties as required and as time allows 

Required Skills and Abilities 

• Ability to follow instructions such as reading instructional manuals, follow safety and emergency procedures and verbal directions 

• Ability to work with a diversified team such as residents, supervisors, managers and vendors 

• Knowledge and skills related to general carpentry and repair 

• Knowledge and skills related to basic plumbing and household maintenance 

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds 

• Ability to go up and down stairs 

• Work on your feet for extended periods, reach, bend, stoop, squat, crawl under tight spaces, and use a full-size ladder 

• Be able to perform tasks that use repetitive motion such as shoveling, hammering, and sweeping 

• Ability to use hand and power tools skillfully and safely 

• Good time management skills and ability to complete tasks on schedule while handling competing priorities 

• Adaptability and flexibility to work in a changing environment with frequent interruptions 

• Detail-oriented and communicate effectively 

• Demonstrated cultural fluency and commitment to diversity 

• Ability to problem solve and think outside the box 

Experience and Qualification Requirements: 

• Relevant experience or training in maintenance, repair, or groundskeeping is preferred. 

• Experience in building and facility maintenance 

• Experience in carpentry, plumbing, and minor electrical repairs 

• Certifications related to construction and building maintenance are preferred. 

• Strong communication and teamwork; detail-oriented and observant 

• Good driving record with a valid driver’s license and ability to drive

• Ability to rekey is a plus 

Job Type: Part-time, non-exempt 
Pay Rate: $18-$21, hourly 

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion: 
OSCS is committed to providing a supportive, inclusive work environment. We are an EEO/AA employer 
and will not discriminate against any applicant or employee because of race, color, creed, religion, 
ancestry, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, or status with 
regard to public assistance. We acknowledge that experience is gained through various settings and 
value informal experience in addition to formal education and work history. 

 

Disclaimer . This job description only summarizes the typical job functions, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible responsibilities, tasks, and duties of this position. The organization has the sole discretion to amend this job description at any time.