PA Connecting Communities is a Post-Gazette Top Workplace Award Winner.
Full-Time Facilities Maintenance Assistance Position – Pittsburgh Area.
PA Connecting Communities is seeking a dependable and motivated Facilities Maintenance Assistant to support the upkeep and maintenance of residential and program sites throughout the Pittsburgh area, including North Hills and South Hills. Become part of our innovative and growing team while helping ensure safe, clean, and welcoming environments for the individuals we serve.
The mission of PA Connecting Communities (PACC) is empowering individuals with special needs and/or needing accommodations with information and opportunities to improve their quality of life. PACC accomplishes this by developing social programs to build friendships, promoting the arts, participating in community programs, encouraging inclusion, and creating competitive employment opportunities. Our vision is to create social change through vocational (on-the-job) training programs, social and cultural activities, recreational and fitness opportunities, and remedial/academic classes for the disability community. PACC follows the principle of “Everyday Lives”.
The Facilities Maintenance Assistant plays an essential role in supporting this mission by ensuring that residential homes and program facilities remain safe, functional, and well-maintained. This position is responsible for completing routine maintenance tasks, responding to repair needs, and assisting with general property upkeep.
Duties include, but are not limited to:
- Lawn maintenance, including mowing, trimming, edging, and seasonal cleanup.
- Furniture assembly and installation as needed.
- Interior and exterior painting.
- Performing simple repairs (minor plumbing, basic electrical, drywall patching, fixture replacement, etc.).
- General upkeep and preventative maintenance of residential and program sites.
- Assisting with inspections and identifying maintenance concerns.
- Maintaining tools, equipment, and supplies in an organized and safe manner.
- Responding to urgent maintenance needs, including occasional on-call responsibilities.
- Ensuring all work is completed safely and professionally.
Applicants must:
- Be at least 18 years of age.
- Have a minimum of a high school diploma or GED equivalent.
- Have a valid driver’s license.
- Have a reliable vehicle with appropriate insurance, inspection, and registration.
- Be available for weekend and evening hours as needed.
- Be willing to participate in some on-call responsibilities.
- Maintain professional decorum at all times.
- Be able to lift, carry, and perform physical labor as required.
- Be able to lift or carry at least 50lbs.
- Be smart phone and computer literate.
- Be able to pass Criminal Background Check, Child Abuse Clearance, and FBI check.
- Be able to pass pre-employment physical and TB test.
Equal Opportunity Employer.