Building and Grounds Maintenance Technician

Job Description

Job Description

CAREER OPPORTUNITY

Agate is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to end homelessness and relieve hunger through action and advocacy. We provide emergency services, shelter, and housing programs for individuals and families. We encourage applicants with lived experience to apply (anyone who has not received services from Agate within the last two years is welcome to apply). We believe that housing is a basic human right.

Why Our Team Chooses Us:

• I work here because I believe in our mission, and it actually guides our work. The people who work here are incredibly passionate, smart, fierce, and advocate for the people we serve.

• Sam, Program Manager, 5 years

• I work at Agate to give strength to people who might not believe in themselves now.  To help build confidence and to help establish a community for our clients.  After that, housing can begin, which I'm thankful I can help with.

• Jackson, Welcome Center Advocate, 2 years

• I work at Agate Housing and Services because I care about helping people get back on their feet. We focus on person-centered care, which means really listening to each person's needs and supporting them in a way that makes sense for them. I'm proud to be part of a team that's working to end homelessness with compassion and respect for everyone. 

• Evie, Housing Program Manager, 3 years

Our Values:

• Integrity: Always doing what's right, even when it's not easy or popular.
• Equity: Challenging unfair systems and making changes that better support those most affected by homelessness and hunger.
• Humanity: Recognizing how these issues affect everyone, building trust, and forming strong relationships by understanding people's needs.
• Creativity: Finding new and original ways to meet the community's needs.

Benefits of working with us include:

• 6.15 hours of PTO accrued each pay period (160 hours of PTO your first year)

• 11 Floating holidays per year (Prorated based on hire date)

• Medica/Kavira insurance

• $0 cost plans available

• Employer-paid Dental and Life Insurance

• Flex Spending and Health Savings Account

• Free Employee Assistance Program

• Retirement plan

• Referral Bonus Program

Building & Grounds Maintenance Technician

Title: Building & Grounds Maintenance Technician

Reports To: Director of Contracts, Property, and Strategic Partnerships

Schedule: Monday - Friday, daytime flexible. On-call availability required for evenings and weekends.

Union Representation by the AFSCME Local 999

Job Classification: Full time, Non-Exempt

Compensation: $21.00-$25.00 per hour

Position Overview:

Agate Housing and Services is seeking a skilled and dependable Building & Grounds Maintenance Technician to ensure the safety, cleanliness, and proper functioning of our facilities. This role is responsible for performing routine maintenance tasks, addressing repair needs promptly, and maintaining both the interior and exterior of our buildings and grounds. The ideal candidate will be a well-rounded professional with strong mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and custodial skills who takes pride in keeping facilities safe, efficient, and welcoming for staff and clients.

Position Responsibilities:

General Maintenance & Janitorial

• Troubleshoot and complete repairs on HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and general building systems.

• Maintain cleanliness of interior and exterior spaces, including common areas, empty rooms, and grounds.

• Complete room turns, including repair, cleaning, and furniture removal, as needed.

• Ensure all assigned work orders are completed accurately and on time.

• Perform routine inspections and maintenance of building systems, equipment, and grounds.

• Support and implement the Preventative Maintenance (PM) program to reduce costly repairs.

• Perform snow removal during heavy snowfalls, including clearing sidewalks, entryways, and building access points when delays in contracted snow removal occur.

Project Leadership

• Respond promptly to malfunctions or urgent repair needs.

• Plan, schedule, and oversee building and repair projects.

• Track and report on project schedules, costs, and outcomes.

• Coordinate preventative and proactive work for locks, doors, roofs, walls, janitorial tasks, and office moves.

• Maintain safe, clean, and organized workspaces.

• Prepare and maintain accurate maintenance records, logs, and reports.

Collaboration & Safety

• Work closely with staff, volunteers, and external vendors to ensure smooth operations.

• Follow and enforce all workplace safety standards and practices.

• Assist leadership in ensuring facilities meet organizational values and compliance requirements.

Required Qualifications:

Experience: 10-15 years in facilities maintenance, with a mix of custodial, repair, and project leadership experience.

Technical Skills:

• 5+ years of service and repair experience with HVAC systems.

• Strong knowledge in electrical repair, plumbing, carpentry, and mechanical maintenance.

• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

Other Requirements:

• Valid driver's license, vehicle, and insurance.

• Authorized to operate company vehicles.

• Ability to stand, walk, and move throughout an 8-hour shift.

• Flexibility to work overtime and on-call shifts as needed.

• Basic computer literacy (e.g., email, record-keeping systems).

• Must successfully complete a Kari Koskinen Property Management Background Check as required under Minnesota Statute.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Vocational certificate in plumbing, electricity, HVAC, or building maintenance

• Experience in residential property maintenance and equipment repair.

This position requires use of your own personal vehicle and will require insurance liability coverage of at least one hundred thousand dollars per person and three hundred thousand dollars per occurrence and must have a valid Driver's License and pass a driving record background check.

This position will at times also report to the Chief Operating Officer.

This job description is intended to outline the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this role. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, or qualifications required for the position. The organization reserves the right to modify, add, or remove job duties as business needs evolve.

Union Membership -

This position is represented by AFSCME Local 999. As part of this union-represented role, employees benefit from collective bargaining rights, union representation, and other provisions outlined in the Collective Bargaining Agreement.

In accordance with the agreement, all employees in union-covered positions are required to contribute through union dues or fair share fees. The current contract does not provide an option to opt out of these contributions.

How to apply

Visit agatemn.isolvedhire.com and select the opening for which you wish to apply. Submit your information under "Apply Now" and you will be directed to the full application, where you can upload your resume and cover letter. If you have previously created an account to apply for a position at Agate Housing and Services, log in to your account before attempting to apply for another position.

Applications will be accepted until position is filled. Qualified applicants will be selected for interviews as applications are received.  No phone calls please.

Agate Housing and Services is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and strives to promote an environment that is diverse and inclusive where all individuals are treated with dignity and respect. Agate Housing and Services is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from people of color, indigenous people, persons with disabilities, and LBGTQ+ individuals.