Maintenance Assistant - Part Time

Company: Metropolitan Family Services
Location: Chicago
Posted on: February 19, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description If asked to describe the culture at Metropolitan Family Services, we could do that in one word. COMMUNITY ! Reflected in both our internal culture as well as through the services we provide, community is at the heart of all we do. Metropolitan Family Services (MFS) empowers families to learn, to earn, to heal, to thrive. Part mentor, part motivator, part advocate, since 1857, Metropolitan Family Services has been the engine of change that empowers families to reach their greatest potential and positively impact their communities. Are you looking to have an impact on more than just a company’s bottom line? Then we’d love to hear from you! We are currently looking to fill a Maintenance Assistant - Part Time role at our Southeast office. SALARY: The average starting salary for this position will fall in the range of $18,000 and $20,000 annually. Where candidates fall in this range will be based on skill and experience level. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Assist in the maintenance of property and facilities. Carry out specific tasks regarding maintenance to buildings. Tasks may include basic housekeeping, laundry, routine inspections, general maintenance and repair services. Assist in preparing site buildings for their diverse uses throughout the summer, fall, winter, and spring. Reports all needs for maintenance repair to the SOM and Executive Director. Respond to work orders and maintenance requests in a timely manner, ensuring quick resolution of issues. Other duties as assigned KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES: 2yrs of experience in building repairs and maintenance Ability to follow oral and written instructions Ability to work independently and in a team setting. Basic knowledge of cleaning products or willing to learn. Demonstrated aptitude to learn basic maintenance skills. Basic knowledge of repair tools, building systems, and safety procedures. Communicates and interacts effectively with staff at each of the locations. Physical capability to perform manual tasks such as lifting, carrying, and working in various environmental conditions. QUALIFICATIONS: High School Diploma or equivalent required. 2yrs of experience in building repairs and maintenance required TRANSPORTATION/TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: Driving for work required with a personally owned vehicle. Travel between sites required. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: While performing the essential duties of this job, the employee is required to sit and stand for sustained periods of time, frequently talk, hear, use hands and fingers to feel, handle, and operate objects or controls, and occasionally stand, bend, stretch, stoop, kneel and crouch. The employee is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as preparing and analyzing data and figures, transcribing, and viewing a computer terminal. Metropolitan Family Services puts our people first with a top-of-the-line benefits package. Find out more by clicking here ! Some highlights include: Medical Coverage, Dental Coverage, and Vision Coverage. Metropolitan Family Services contributions of $2,000 to individual, and $4,000 to family, HSA accounts, pro-rated to your benefits start date. FREE General Medicine and Behavioral Health Teladoc services provided to all team members. Retirement 401K plan services with a 4% employer match, vested at 100% on day one of eligibility. And so much more! Make sure you click here to see the full suite of benefits offered. Some of the above benefits are available for part-time and temporary workers, but not all. Be sure to inquire upon your hire as to which benefits apply to you. MORE ABOUT US: Metropolitan is Illinois' first comprehensive human services agency and reaches more than 122,970 individuals and families in Chicago, Evanston/Skokie, the southwest suburbs, and DuPage County with services promoting education, economic stability, emotional wellness, and empowerment.

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