Facilities Maintenance

About the Role

Location: Eau Claire, WI
Employee Type: Part-Time Non-Exempt (20-29 hours/week)
Base Pay: $18.48 - $24.64 / Hour
Employer: Western Dairyland Housing Services (part of Western Dairyland Economic Opportunity Council, Inc.)

Responsibilities

• Perform minor repairs that do not require a specialized technician, including fixing and replacing window screens, detecting and repairing basic electrical and/or plumbing issues, and repairing and patching drywall.
• Perform routine and preventative maintenance to units: respond to and complete housing team maintenance requests; ensure safety systems are functioning properly; replace lightbulbs; install and/or maintain smoke and CO2 detectors; replace furnace filters.
• Perform cleaning duties and assist with the upkeep of facilities; assemble and repair furniture.
• Assist housing staff with moving clients into and out of WDEOC housing.
• Perform basic carpentry tasks such as installing and repairing flooring, reinforcing decking and ramps, and repairing roofing and doors; other tasks as assigned.
• Procurement and record-keeping: request purchase orders; purchase supplies and equipment; maintain accurate records of transactions and inspections; collaborate with external contractors and solicit bids for specialized repairs or maintenance services.
• Maintain personal accountability for safety: understand and comply with agency safety policies and procedures; use personal protective equipment (PPE); participate in safety trainings; immediately report unsafe conditions, near misses, or incidents; use tools, equipment, and materials according to manufacturer instructions and established safety protocols.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum two years of experience in maintenance or related field, or a technical degree in maintenance or construction preferred but not required.
• Knowledgeable of and able to operate basic power tools.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and respect the dignity of others; punctual and maintain a neat appearance.
• Effective communication skills; excellent problem-solving ability; able to organize, multi-task, manage time effectively, be an excellent listener, and be accurate and detail-oriented.

Benefits

• Vacation, personal leave, holidays, sick leave (vacation accrual 0.05769 hours per hour worked; 25 hours personal time prorated at start; 10 paid holidays; sick leave accrual 0.05709 hours per hour worked; maximum accrued sick leave 408 hours).
• Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability (agency paid).
• 401(k) plan with up to a 6% match; agency contributes 3–6% after 1 year based on employee contribution.
• Health insurance: 90% of premiums covered for individual coverage; 75% for additional coverage; $3,750 deductible reimbursement for individuals and up to $6,500 for family deductibles; Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Accounts available.
• Dental and Vision insurance (employee rates listed).
• Employee Assistance Program, Basic Life Insurance (agency paid), flexible work schedule, opportunities for continuing education, access to Discount Marketplace, and eligibility under the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.