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Maintenance Assistant

The Universal Church, Inc.
Newark, NJ Full Time
POSTED ON 7/24/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/20/2026

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented Maintenance Department assistant to support the daily operations of our Maintenance Department. The ideal candidate will coordinate maintenance requests, communicate with contractors and vendors, track projects, maintain records, assist with budgeting and invoicing, and ensure that maintenance activities are completed efficiently.

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate maintenance requests from multiple locations.
  • Communicate with contractors, vendors, and internal staff regarding maintenance projects.
  • Schedule inspections, service appointments, and preventive maintenance.
  • Track work orders from initiation through completion.
  • Obtain and organize proposals, contracts, permits, and insurance certificates.
  • Review invoices and match them with approved proposals and completed work.
  • Maintain accurate records, spreadsheets, and maintenance databases.
  • Follow up with vendors regarding project status and deadlines.
  • Prepare reports for management.
  • Ensure all documentation is properly filed electronically.
  • Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned, based on church's needs.

Required Qualifications

  • Strong attention to detail.
  • Fresher candidate with strong ability to learn and grow.
  • Good written and verbal communication skills.
  • Professional phone and email etiquette.
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Technical Skills

  • Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) – Basic/ Advanced
  • Adobe Acrobat
  • Microsoft Teams

EEO Statement

The Universal Church, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

E-Verify Notice
This employer participates in E-Verify. We will provide the U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.

Employment is contingent upon verification of identity and authorization to work in the United States.

Pay: $19.00 - $21.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $19 - $21

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