Facilities Maintenance Assistant

Syndeo•Wichita, KS

15h•$20 - $23•Onsite

About The Position

Syndeo has a direct hire opportunity for a Facilities Maintenance Assistant at Catholic Charities in Wichita, Kansas. The Facilities Maintenance Assistant supports daily facility operations by performing routine maintenance, repairs, and custodial tasks to ensure a safe, clean, and functional environment. This role works closely with the Facilities Manager to respond to work orders, assist with preventative maintenance, and support organizational events and facility needs. Schedule: Monday – Friday 7am-4pm Availability for occasional evening, weekend, and on-call hours. Pay: $20-$23/hour BOE

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Experience in facilities, maintenance, custodial work, or a related field.
Basic knowledge of building systems (electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry).
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physical labor.
Strong attention to detail and reliability.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Valid driver’s license and insurable driving record.
Ability to pass a pre-employment background check and drug screening.
Ability to work in both indoor and outdoor environments.
Comfort working around cleaning chemicals, noise, and varying temperatures.
Must not be afraid of heights to work on ladders and roofs as needed

Nice To Haves

Certifications in maintenance, HVAC, electrical, or related areas.
Experience with facility management systems or maintenance logging software.

Responsibilities

Perform general maintenance tasks including basic plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and HVAC support.
Landscaping and snow removal.
Assist with troubleshooting equipment malfunctions.
Replace light bulbs, filters, batteries, and perform other routine building upkeep tasks.
Regular inspections of grounds, buildings, and equipment to identify and address potential issues.
Support setup and breakdown for meetings, events, and organizational activities.
Monitor building systems and notify leadership of irregularities or safety concerns.
Assist with cleaning, trash removal, and overall facility tidiness as needed.
Maintain inventory of cleaning and maintenance supplies.
Follow safety procedures and use proper protective equipment.
Help ensure compliance with building codes, organizational policies, and safety standards.
Respond to emergencies such as spills, alarms, or urgent repairs.
Complete work orders and logs in a timely manner.
Assist vendors, inspectors, or contractors when onsite.
Assist with donation pick up, food delivery and other program-related needs
Supervise facilities volunteers.