Facilities/Maintenance Assistant na ABILITY CENTER OF GREATER TOLEDO

Description

The Ability Center, a Center for Independent Living (CIL), is on a mission to build the most disability-friendly community in the nation. As a CIL, we operate with a unique philosophy of consumer control, where individuals with all types of disabilities directly govern and staff the organization. We empower people with disabilities to achieve greater independence, pursue their passions, and transform how society views disability. 

We are seeking a Facilities/Maintenance Assistant to help maintain our main campus, ensuring it remains a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for employees, consumers, and volunteers. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys a non-traditional work schedule, variety in their day, and takes pride in keeping spaces safe and welcoming.

Key Responsibilities

· Keep offices, conference rooms, kitchens, and restrooms clean and sanitized.

· Assist with event setup and cleanup, including tables, chairs, AV, and janitorial needs.

· Perform routine maintenance and minor repairs (painting, staining, preventative upkeep).

· Safely maintain grounds year-round, operating lawn care, and snow removal equipment.

       Summer: mowing, trimming, landscaping, mulching, and leaf removal.

       Winter: snow and ice removal from sidewalks and parking lots using plows, blowers, and shovels.

· Track tasks and work orders using an electronic system.

Requirements

· High school diploma (preferred).

· Experience with custodial work, cleaning products, and equipment.

· Familiarity with landscaping tools and snow removal equipment.

· Basic computer skills (Email, Teams, Word, Excel).

· Strong customer service skills and a positive, team-oriented attitude.

· Dependable, safety-minded, and willing to adapt to changing needs.

· Valid driver’s license required.

· All candidates must pass an FBI/BCII background check, drug screen, and physical if position is offered.

Essential Physical Demands

· Frequent movement throughout the day, walking between office spaces, meeting rooms, and buildings.

· Occasional use of hand tools, power tools, and maintenance equipment.

· Work in both indoor and outdoor environments and operate lawn and snow removal equipment.

· Ability to lift and move up to 75 lbs.; heavier lifting may be required with assistance.

· Frequent communication with staff, vendors, and others, using verbal, written, and electronic means.

· Operation of company-owned and/or personal vehicles for work-related travel between buildings.