Facilities Associate - Rosie's Place : Job Details

Description

Rosie's Place was founded in 1974 as the first women's shelter in the United States. Our mission is to provide a safe and nurturing environment to help poor and homeless women maintain their dignity, seek opportunity and find security in their lives.

Over the years, we have become much more than a shelter. We are a multi-service community center that not only provides meals and shelter but also creates answers for thousands of women a year through wide-ranging support, housing and education services. Rosie's Place relies on the generous support of individuals, foundations and corporations and does not accept any city, state or federal funding.

OPPORTUNITY

Rosie's Place is looking for a Facilities Associate to join our Facilities team. Reporting to the Director of Facilities, the Facilities Associate ensures the interior and exterior of Rosie's Place properties are clean and well maintained, providing a safe and comfortable environment for our guests and staff. The Facilities Associate also assists with pick-up, receiving, moving and storage of deliveries to Rosie's Place.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform daily cleaning tasks, including, but not limited to, mopping, vacuuming, buffing floors (using heavy machinery), window and glass cleaning and other heavy and light cleaning of the dining room, bathrooms, offices, staff and common areas
• Maintain a clean, well-kept appearance of the outdoor areas of Rosie's Place properties
• Assist with deliveries, including receiving, moving and storage of materials and supplies
• Assist with the pick-up of food and other items in the company vehicle at various external sites, driving company vehicles as needed
• Monitor the condition of the buildings and equipment, reporting damage or other concerns to the Assistant Manager of Facilities and the Director of Facilities
• Perform basic maintenance duties and repairs as needed, under the supervision of the Director of Facilities
• Maintain a high standard of cleanliness and safety at all times
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Assistant Manager of Facilities and the Director of Facilities

Requirements

There are innumerable ways to learn, grow, and excel professionally. We know people gain skills through a variety of professional, personal, educational and volunteer experiences. We respect this when we review applications and take a broad look at the experience of each applicant. We want to get to know you and the unique strengths you will bring to the work. This said, we are most likely to be interested in your candidacy if you can demonstrate the majority of the qualifications and experiences listed below:

• Ability to work in a multicultural setting with people of diverse backgrounds, traditions, customs and personalities
• Be physically able to lift up to 70 pounds, reach, bend and stoop
• Ability to work as a team player, promoting good relations with co-workers and guests
• Excellent organizational and cleanliness skills
• Ability to work independently, problem-solve and prioritize responsibilities
• Ability to maintain professionalism at all times
• Professional cleaning and/or maintenance experience a plus
• Willingness to learn new skills
• Valid Massachusetts driver's license and safe driving record required

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

Job duties are performed in a variety of settings, including office, commercial kitchen and outdoors. Day to day work includes lifting, stocking and cleaning as well as interaction with staff, guests, and volunteers. Individuals must be physically able to safely lift 70 pounds, reach, bend and stoop, as well as use cleaning products and equipment.

HOURS

This is a full-time (40 hours) non-exempt position, with the following regularly scheduled hours:

• Monday – Friday from 8am to 4pm

WHAT WE OFFER

The starting pay rate for this role is $25 per hour.

Per Rosie's Place Shift Differential Policy, hours worked on Saturdays and Sundays are compensated at an additional $2 per hour.

Rosie's Place offers a robust benefits package, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 403(b) retirement plan, pension contributions, paid vacation, and more.

WORK EXPECTATIONS AT ROSIE'S PLACE

We are a hands-on team and seek employees who are passionate about our work and service to our community. The Facilities Associate is expected to work onsite at Rosie's Place during their work week and engage regularly with staff, guests, and volunteers.

We continue to adapt to safety protocols related to COVID-19 as we understand them, and all employees must follow our safety protocols. Among these protocols, we require all employees to be up to date with their COVID vaccinations. Requests for medical or religious exemptions from the COVID vaccination are considered.

HOW TO APPLY

Please submit your resume and cover letter through Rosie's Place's online portal to apply.

Commitment to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

At Rosie's Place, we believe diversity, equity and inclusion are core components of justice. We commit to acting on a daily basis to dismantle injustice to ensure that opportunities and equitable outcomes are available to all members of our community regardless of individual characteristics including race, color, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, age, sexual orientation or perceived ability.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We value diversity in our workplace and strongly encourages applications from individuals from all identities and backgrounds. We are an equal opportunity employer, and qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.