Maintenance Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Are you ready to work for an employer that truly values your contributions and well-being?

At Family Services, we believe in caring for our team as much as we care for the individuals, children, and families we serve. Join our mission-driven organization, where your work makes a meaningful impact on the community every day.

About Family Services

Family Services is a nonprofit organization committed to Protecting, Healing, and Caring for children and families across Northeast Wisconsin. We provide vital support during life's most challenging moments, helping individuals heal, grow, and thrive.

We're Hiring!

We are seeking a Maintenance Specialist to join our team. This full-time position is responsible for providing facility maintenance, repair and/or replacement of the agency occupied buildings, systems, equipment and grounds, including the coordination of contracted services such as cleaning, snow removal, lawn maintenance and repair of agency owned vehicles.

Key Responsibilities

• Follow all applicable safety rules and procedures to ensure a safe, trauma informed environment for all staff and guests that enter any of our facilities.
• Proactively identify safety concerns to prevent accidents from occurring and address such concerns. (i.e. replace flashing or burned-out light bulbs to ensure areas are properly lit; clear snow/salt in entranceways as needed; removing items that are stored improperly; etc.)
• Maintain documentation/records of daily activity and produce regular reports and summaries as needed.
• Maintain current filing systems allowing access to manuals, inspection reports, invoices and other supporting data as needed.

Physical Requirements

• Capable to lift, carry, push, or pull heavy objects (e.g., up to 50+ pounds).
• Capable to stand, walk, or perform repetitive motions for extended periods.
• Capable to bend, kneel, crouch, or reach overhead repeatedly.
• Good hand-eye coordination for handling tools, equipment, or machinery.
• Capable to maintain balance while performing tasks on ladders, scaffolding, or uneven surfaces.
• Comfort with working on elevated platforms, ladders, or scaffolding, if necessary.

Qualifications

Education:

• Required: High School Diploma/GED

Experience:

• Required: 1+ years' experience in building maintenance or the trades with knowledge of carpentry, electrical, plumbing and/or mechanical systems.

Skills and Competencies:

• An attitude that is accepting, non-judgmental and culturally competent.
• Capable to coordinate and manage multiple tasks.
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed by on-call and event schedules.
• Most hold a Valid Driver's License is required. Applicant may be asked to drive at night or in poor weather conditions. Maintain required auto insurance and acceptable driving record requirements.

Why Join Us?

Family Services offers a supportive and collaborative work environment where you can make a meaningful impact every day and help advance our mission to Protect, Heal, and Care. Apply today to join our team and make a difference in the lives of others!