Facilities Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Facilities Assistant

Our Mission:
Cornerstone disrupts violence through advocacy, support, and prevention. We partner with individuals, families, and organizations to build communities free from harm.
 
Our Core Values: * Survivor- Centered * Social Justice * Well-Being * Collaboration * Integrity

Summary of Cornerstone:
Cornerstone is a $5.5 million organization that provides comprehensive services for individuals and families in the greater Twin Cities metropolitan area who are experiencing or have experienced domestic violence, sexual violence, human trafficking or general crime. Our offices are located in Bloomington, Brooklyn Center and Minneapolis. Learn more at

Diversity and Inclusion:
We are committed to a nondiscriminatory approach and provide equal opportunity for employment and advancement in all of our departments, programs, and worksites. BIPOC and LGBTQ+ community are strongly encouraged to apply.

Unionized Position : Yes This position is part of a collective bargaining unit represented by AFSCME Council 5
 
Job Summary:  The Facility Assistant will help maintain a safe, welcoming, and supportive environment for participants, staff, volunteers, and community members. This position plays a critical role in supporting the daily operations of our facilities through housekeeping, minor maintenance, and grounds upkeep. This position is primarily based at our Bloomington location and will require travel to additional Cornerstone sites throughout Hennepin County.

Experience/Qualifications:

• Experience in housekeeping, maintenance, inventory coordination, or related operational work.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks, problem solve and work independently and collaboratively.
• Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills. Ability to maintain confidentiality and interact professionally with participants, staff, volunteers, and community partners.
• Commitment to working effectively with individuals from diverse ethnic, cultural, social, and economic backgrounds.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physical job duties in a fast-paced environment.
• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and current insurance with the ability to travel throughout Hennepin County.

Duties and Essential Functions:

• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized environment throughout residential and program facilities.
• Complete housekeeping duties include cleaning participant rooms, common areas, bathrooms, offices, and exterior grounds.
• Assist with routine preventative maintenance, minor repairs, and facility upkeep.
• Conduct room inspections to support health, safety, and maintenance standards. Support organization and cleanliness of donation and storage areas.
• Communicate supply, maintenance, and facility needs to the Facilities Manager.
• Adhere to organizational safety policies, procedures, and trauma-informed practices.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and perform repetitive motion for extended periods
• Must be able to lift, carry, and move up to 50 pounds
• Ability to push and pull cleaning equipment (e.g., vacuums, carts, floor machines)
• Comfortable reaching, stretching, and kneeling to clean various surfaces and areas
• Ability to operate standard cleaning equipment and supplies safely and effectively

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Our Benefits Package Includes:

• Free virtual mental health counseling (for all employees + their families)
• Free telemedicine (for employees + enrolled family members)
• Free vison coverage for employees 
• 401(k) after 90 days + up to 4% employer match after 1 year
• Paid parental leave after 1 year of service
• Medical, dental (eligible first month after 30 days)
• HSA & FSA options
• Free basic life & AD&D insurance
• Free long-term disability
• Voluntary short-term disability
• Generous PTO: 168 hours to start (increases after 24 months)
• 11 paid holidays + 2 floating holidays
• Paid birthday off

EEO Statement:
Cornerstone strives for a fully inclusive work environment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, veteran, disability, age, marital or, familial, and/or with regard to public assistance or any other characteristic. We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.

 

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