Contracted Maintenance Resource - Part Time

Job Description

Job Description

FamilyCore understands that strong families are at the heart of any vibrant, tight-knit community. Through the mission of "instilling hope by creating the right balance of resources and care to foster and equip healthy productive children and families," our 90 dedicated employees are committed to the investment of strengthening families with the tools and ties to succeed.

Our team works with schools, the court system, and other social service agencies to connect counseling, intervention, preventative education, and other support services for families in need. FamilyCore, a private, non-profit, nationally accredited social service agency with over 120 years of service, takes a holistic approach in its continuum of care, often providing boosts of support to multiple generations. The end goal is to maintain the integrity of the family.

Position Summary: The Maintenance Resource role is responsible for supporting the maintenance, appearance, safety, and functionality of the facility through routine maintenance, repairs, custodial support, event setup, and grounds upkeep. This part-time contract position ensures building systems, equipment, and workspaces remain clean, safe, and operational while providing general facility support and performing other related duties as assigned.

Note, as a contract part-time position, no company-sponsored benefits are provided.

Responsibilities:

• Set up and arrange tables, chairs, partitions, and other equipment for meetings, training sessions, and special events.
• Perform routine and specialized cleaning tasks, including carpet spot removal and furniture cleaning.
• Replace interior and exterior light bulbs as needed.
• Complete painting projects and touch-up work as assigned.
• Perform minor plumbing maintenance, including maintaining toilets and related fixtures.
• Assist with moving furniture, painting, and other tasks in office and staff as requested and approved by the Operations Director
• Maintain dehumidifiers, including filters, buckets, and drainage lines.
• Inspect and replace emergency lighting, exit signs, and floodlights monthly or as needed.
• Perform basic grounds maintenance, including weed control, plant care, and removal of litter and leaves.
• Clean exterior building features, including canopies and fascia.
• Clean and maintain drainage areas in and around loading dock and garage door access points.
• Perform minor repairs to walls, carpet, doors, outlets, ceiling tiles, and other building components.
• Maintain a safe and organized work environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support facility operations.

Requirements:

• Valid Form W-9 and current certificate of insurance (COI) demonstrating applicable coverage.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous facilities maintenance, building maintenance, custodial, or handyman experience preferred.
• Basic knowledge of building maintenance, minor plumbing, electrical, painting, and repair techniques.
• Ability to safely operate hand and power tools.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently.
• Good time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to follow safety procedures and instructions.
• Must pass required background check with Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS).

Work Environment and Physical Requirements:

• Ability to regularly stand, walk, bend, kneel, stoop, reach, grasp, push, pull, climb ladders, and perform repetitive physical tasks.
• Ability to lift, carry, move, push, and pull materials, supplies, furniture, and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to safely operate maintenance equipment, hand tools, power tools, and standard office equipment, including computers, printers, copiers, scanners, and telephones.
• Ability to work in both indoor and outdoor environments, including office spaces, conference rooms, mechanical areas, and building grounds.
• Regular exposure to varying weather conditions, dust, noise, cleaning chemicals, and maintenance equipment.
• Ability to perform duties safely and effectively while working independently and managing changing priorities.
• Anticipated Schedule: Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. (approximately 5 hours per week). Additional hours may be required for special projects, facility needs, or maintenance activities outside the regular schedule, including weekends and holidays.

FamilyCore is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

*Clarification for 'Other duties as assigned': 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.

Note: Applicable law does not allow FamilyCore to hire/employ persons that have been declared a sexually dangerous person or that have been convicted of certain crimes. (See, e.g. 89 Ill. Adm. Code 385.10 et seq. for further detail).