Facilities Assistant

Facilities Assistant

Full-Time $18/hour Richmond VA

Make a Difference Behind the Scenes at CARITAS

At CARITAS the work we do helps people find a safe place to heal and the time they need to rebuild their lives. Behind that mission is a team of people who make sure our facilities are safe clean welcoming and ready to serve our community every day.

Were looking for a dependable hands-on Facilities Assistant who takes pride in their work enjoys fixing things and likes seeing the results of a job well done.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys variety. One day you may be repairing drywall or a door troubleshooting a maintenance issue or doing some yardwork.

What Youll Do

• Help with basic repairs and maintenance including drywall painting plumbing lighting doors fixtures and other building components.
• Complete routine preventive maintenance and respond to facility service requests.
• Maintain grounds entryways and exterior areas.
• Identify and report safety hazards maintenance concerns and needed repairs.
• Help move furniture and equipment unload supplies and prepare spaces for programs and activities.
• Work with the Facilities Manager staff contractors volunteers and program participants to keep our facilities operating safely and smoothly.

What We Are Looking For

You dont have to know how to do everything on day one. Were looking for someone who is dependable willing to learn and comfortable working with their hands.

You should have:

• Experience in maintenance facilities construction groundskeeping or another hands-on field is preferred.
• Basic experience with repairs such as painting drywall minor plumbing basic electrical work or groundskeeping.
• Comfort using basic hand and power tools.
• A practical problem-solving mindset and willingness to learn new skills.
• Ability to work independently manage daily tasks and take pride in your work.
• Ability to work respectfully with people from a variety of backgrounds.
• Reliable transportation to travel between CARITAS locations.
• Ability to safely perform the physical requirements of the position.

Why CARITAS

Your work will directly support a mission that helps people move toward stability and self-sufficiency. Youll be part of a team where the work you do every day matters-and where keeping a building clean safe and functioning properly makes a real difference.

Position Details

Pay: $18/hour

Hours: 40 hours per week generally MondayFriday 7:30 a.m.3:30 p.m. with some weekend work

Locations: 2220 Stockton Street Richmond VADinwiddie Avenue Richmond VA 23224

If youre someone who likes to stay busy solve problems work with your hands and make a difference wed like to hear from you.

Required Experience:

Junior IC