Maintenance Assistant

Recruiting Opportunity Closes:  03.09.2026

Hourly Wage:  $17.55

Hours Per Week:  40

Status:  Non-Exempt / Full Time

Number of Positions:  1

Department:  Facilities

Position Title:  Maintenance Assistant

 

The Salvation Army Mission Statement:

The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church.  Its message is based on the Bible.  Its ministry is motivated by the love of God.  Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

Application Instructions:

Complete the online job application, upload a resume.

To apply online go to:    Maintenance Assistant , or https://tinyurl.com/bdcswbzf

To apply in person go to 1865 Bill Frey Dr., Salem, OR 97305.  Bring a resume and complete the job application provided to you. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.

Questions, contact Jeremy Clubb at jeremy.clubb@usw.salvationarmy.org or call 503-798-4785. Mr. Clubb is the sole point of contact for questions regarding this position.

Recruiting Accommodation Statement:

To obtain assistance with accommodations related to the American’s with Disabilities Act (ADA) concerning your application process, please contact 1-888-887-6528 or email thq.reporting.line@usw.salvationarmy.org, attention Eric Hansen or Sheila Jordan.

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Scope of the Position:

The Maintenance Assistant will be responsible for assisting in the operation, maintenance, service and repair of the building systems including, mechanical, electrical, low-voltage, plumbing, HVAC, fitness equipment and aquatics equipment and audio/visual equipment as well as for the general cleaning, general maintenance of grounds of the Kroc center, Administration Offices, shelter, Family Services and all other Salvation Army owned or leased properties.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required: 

Skills & Abilities:

• Effective verbal and written communications, Ability to multi-task, prepare events including setting up the tables, lighting equipment etc. painting of buildings, Maintenance of vehicles. Able to clean proficiently without constant supervision.
• The ability to maintain a self-motivated and self- directed schedule. Able to address multiple projects in a timely manner. Responsive, detail-oriented ability to take projects from beginning through completion.

Professional:

The ability to work in a distinctively Christian environment. The ability to interact with co-workers and the public in a positive, professional manner in conformity with The Salvation Army Mission Statement. The ability to work with people of diverse backgrounds and circumstances. Must possess the self-discipline necessary to perform repetitive tasks without lowering quality of work. Able to work with limited supervision, and work in a team setting with other professionals. Exercise good judgment and comfortable taking initiative with projects. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Ability to trouble-shoot and diagnose and occasionally repair the most basic electrical, HVAC, plumbing, and audio-visual equipment.
• Ability to locate and operate emergency shutdowns for all above systems as well as water, fire alarm, and natural gas.
• Perform basic preventive maintenance on building and aquatics equipment including belt inspections and replacement, replace light bulbs, filter replacements,
• Patching walls and painting as needed.
• Assist with set-ups and take downs for various building events.
• Drive vans to pick up people for various programs as needed.
• Maintain inventory of parts necessary to keep equipment operating and reduce down time.
• Maintain proper records for all work completed using computer software programs.
• Repair of doors, windows, sinks, toilets etc.
• Periodic preventive maintenance on the company fleet vehicles.
• Maintaining designated properties in compliance wi