Maintenance Assistant 1

Experience-based wages are available for candidates whose background exceeds the minimum requirements.

Are you interested in joining a rewarding non-profit career where your work truly makes a difference in the community? The Arc of the Ozarks is looking for a Maintenance Assistant I to join our Facilities team and help us maintain safe, functional, and welcoming environments for the individuals we support and our employees.

What’s This Job All About?

As a Maintenance Assistant I, you will work in various office and residential facilities performing general maintenance and repair tasks. You’ll use your handyman skills to keep our buildings in great shape — from minor repairs and light drywall patching to basic carpentry, painting, and routine facility upkeep.

This is a hands-on, active role where no two days are the same.

What Will My Day-to-Day Look Like?

You’ll find success in this role through your strong work ethic, integrity, and sense of responsibility. Your duties will include:

Troubleshooting maintenance issues and determining necessary repairs

Performing general repairs that do not require a specialized technician

Assisting with general remodeling projects

Maintaining facility roadways, parking lots, and assisting with snow removal

Performing routine maintenance on building systems

Caring for grounds and landscaping

Assisting with safety and maintenance training for other departments as needed

What Do I Need to Be Successful?

Working knowledge of electrical, plumbing, heating, cooling, and carpentry(This may be demonstrated through previous work experience and/or training certifications)
Minimum of 3 years of experience in a maintenance role Experience in a residential and/or commercial setting preferred

Ability to stand, stoop, lift, push, pull, and carry items weighing up to 75 pounds

Must be at least 18 years of age and have a high school diploma or equivalent

Why You’ll Love Working Here Active, hands-on position with variety in your day Autonomy in completing your assigned tasks

Competitive pay and benefits

Excellent opportunities for growth and promotion within the organization

Typical schedule:

Monday–Friday, off by 6:00 PMFlexible scheduling

And more!

Ready to Apply?

If you’re passionate about making a meaningful difference in people’s lives and want a job where your skills truly matter, apply today and join our team!

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The Maintenance I is in a position of considerable responsibility which demands a variety of abilities. These abilities include but are not limited to repair and maintenance of group homes, ISLs, administrative facilities, and other Arc facilities.

General remodeling, maintenance of roadways, parking lots and snow removal are included in these responsibilities.

This individual may also be asked to drive a vehicle to transport clients or staff.

Essential Job Functions Domain Description Mission  and Core Values Serves as an ambassador of the mission, purpose, and Core Values of The Arc of the Ozarks Represents The Arc of the Ozarks when communicating with multiple outside vendors, providers, and state agencies

Essential Job Tasks The development of and continued implementation of a preventive maintenance schedule in the group homes, ISLs, administrative facilities, and other Arc facilities.

Minor repair to buildings and equipment with general remodeling work.

Performs tasks common to the care of grounds and landscapes such as mowing lawns with riding or push mowers; trimming and edging around trees, shrubs, ground cover,…