Careers

Facilities Maintenance

Location: Eau Claire, WI
Starting Wage: $17.98 - $22.00
Department: Housing & Family Services
Shift: Days
Status: Part Time

The Facilities Maintenance position is responsible for performing maintenance and repairs to the buildings and units owned and leased by Western Dairyland Housing Services.  Some of these duties include minor carpentry, painting, cleaning, repairing damages, etc. Facilities Maintenance will also assist Housing staff with moving clients into and out of WDEOC housing.

Essential Functions:

Perform minor repairs that do not require a specialized technician, including:

• fixing and replacing window screens
• detecting and repairing basic electrical and/or plumbing issues
• repairing and patching drywall

Perform routine and preventative maintenance to units, including:

• Responding to and completing housing team maintenance requests
• Ensuring safety systems are functioning properly
• Replacing lightbulbs, installing, and/or maintaining smoke and/or CO2 detectors, replacing furnace filters
• Perform cleaning duties and assist with the upkeep of the facilities
• Assemble and repair furniture

Procurement and Record-Keeping Duties

• Request Purchase Orders
• Purchase supplies and equipment
• Maintain accurate records of all transactions
• Collaborate with external contractors and service providers and solicit bids for specialized repairs or maintenance services
• Maintain records of any work and inspections done

Maintain personal accountability for safety in all tasks

• Understand and comply with agency safety policies and procedures
• Use personal protective equipment (PPE) as required for each task
• Actively participate in safety trainings and maintain awareness of potential hazards Immediately report any unsafe conditions, near misses, or incidents to the supervisor
• Use tools, equipment, and materials according to manufacturer instructions and established safety protocols
• Maintain situational awareness and always prioritize safe work practices

Other tasks

• Assist housing staff with moving clients
• Perform basic carpentry tasks such as: Install and repair flooring, Enforce decking and ramps, Repair roofing and doors
• Other tasks as assigned

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Treat WDEOC employees, supervisors, contractors, and clients with kindness, respect, and dignity
• Other duties as assigned by the Supervisor

QUALIFICATIONS   

To perform this job successfully, an employee must: 

• Be able to maintain a high level of confidentiality and respect the dignity of others
• Be punctual and maintain a neat appearance
• Be knowledgeable of and able to operate basic power tools
• Understand low-income and special populations
• Communicate effectively
• Have excellent problem-solving skills
• Be able to organize, multi-task, and manage time effectively
• Be an excellent listener
• Be accurate and detail-oriented

Education and/or Experience:

This position requires a High School diploma or equivalent. Must have two years of experience in maintenance or related field or a technical degree in maintenance or construction preferred but not required. This is a part time, 20-29 hours per week position.

The starting wage for this position is $17.98 per hour. 

We offer a complete benefit package, including:

Vacation, personal leave, holidays, sick leave

• Vacation time accrued at 0.05769 hours per hours worked
• 25 hours of personal time (prorated at start time)
• 10 paid holidays
• Sick leave accrued at 0.05709 hours per hour worked
  • approximately 6 hours of sick leave per month for full-time employees
  • maximum accrued sick leave of 408hours
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability agency paid

401(k) plan with up to a 6% match 

Employees can contribute immediately. After 1 year of employment, the agency will contribute between 3 and 6 percent, dependent on the employee's contribution.

Health Insurance

• 90% of premiums covered for individual coverage
• 75% premiums covered for additional coverage needed
• $3,750 deductible reimbursement for individuals and up to $6,500 reimbursed for family deductibles
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Accounts for both Health and Dependent Care

Dental Insurance

• Employee Only $36.67 per month
• Employee + Family $108.20 per month

Vision Insurance

• Employee Only $5.43 per month
• Employee + Spouse $12.47 per month
• Employee + Child(ren) $13.82 per month
• Employee + Family $21.10 per month

Additional Benefits

• Employee Assistance Program - fully paid
• Basic Life Insurance - fully paid (plus additional group coverage amounts)
• Flexible work schedule with generous accommodations for family, school, and volunteer commitments
• Opportunities for continuing education, conferences, and classes
• Employees have access to our Discount Marketplace
• WDEOC is a qualified employer under the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program

To apply for this position:

1. Complete an affirmative action form
2. Apply on our website or send a cover letter and resume to HR@wdeoc.org

This agency is an equal opportunity employer.