Maintenance Person

Maintenance Team Member
Department/Program: Maintenance

Reports to: Maintenance and Construction Manager
Employment: Full-time, Non-exempt

Schedule: Monday – Friday,7 am - 3 pm, 24-hour on-call for emergencies

Compensation: $20/hr - $25/hr

About the Role

Amos House is a healing-centered nonprofit serving individuals and families experiencing homelessness, poverty, and recovery across seven sites in Providence, Rhode Island. Our Maintenance Team plays a critical role in ensuring our spaces are safe, functional, and welcoming for the people we serve every day.

The Maintenance Team Member is responsible for the upkeep, repair, and improvement of Amos House facilities across our sites. This is a hands-on role that requires broad trades knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to work both independently and alongside a team. The right candidate takes pride in their craft and understands that a well-maintained space directly supports the safety and dignity of the people who live and work here.

What You’ll Do

Building Maintenance & Repair

• Troubleshoot and repair issues involving electrical, structural, plumbing, and equipment systems.
• Perform routine electrical repairs including light bulbs, ballasts, fixtures, receptacles, and switches.
• Perform routine plumbing repairs including faucets, toilets, filters, and pipe repairs.
• Repair and replace door knobs, locks, and hardware.
• Paint and patch interior and exterior walls.
• Repair and replace appliances as needed.
• Caulk windows and doors; repair or replace broken windows.

Remodeling & Construction

• Lead frame-to-finish work on remodeling and renovation projects.
• Measure, cut, and assemble materials accurately.
• Perform demolition, site preparation, and cleanup.

Grounds & Seasonal Maintenance

• Maintain yards and grounds, including grass cutting and bush trimming.
• Perform snow removal and operate snow equipment.

Restoration & Special Projects

• Participate in water damage restoration efforts, including mold remediation.
• Oversee outside contractors as needed.
• Operate hand and power tools safely and efficiently.

What Success Looks Like

• You have a working knowledge of all Amos House sites and their maintenance needs.
• You're responding to work orders and repairs promptly and communicating clearly about timelines.
• You're building trust with site staff by showing up consistently and following through.
• You are a reliable, go-to resource for facilities needs across Amos House.
• You contribute to a culture of care — where the physical environment reflects our values.
• You bring solutions, not just problems, and take ownership of the spaces you maintain.

What You Bring

Must-Haves

• Minimum 3 years of hands-on building maintenance or trades experience.
• Broad knowledge of electrical, plumbing, structural, and general building systems.
• Safe and proficient operation of hand and power tools.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physical work in all weather conditions.

Nice-to-Haves

• Experience in a nonprofit, social services, or residential facility setting.
• Familiarity with mold remediation or water damage restoration.
• Experience supervising or coordinating with outside contractors.

Working Conditions

• Work involves moderate to heavy physical work performed indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions.
• The position regularly requires standing, stooping, walking, and lifting objects up to 50 pounds.
• On-call availability for after-hours emergencies is required.

Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Experience:

• hands-on building maintenance or trade work: 3 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• driver's license (Required)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)
• Night Shift (Required)
• Overnight Shift (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20 - $25