Job description

Position Summary:
The Facilities Associate will assist the Facilities Team with oversight of all Philabundance properties. Duties will include facility and grounds maintenance and repairs including, but not limited to: landscaping; facilitation of equipment maintenance and repairs; oversight of building and personnel safety and security, cleaning personnel and pest control; snow removal; aide to other warehousing positions as required. The role also involves vendor management and coordination of compliance regulations.

Who We Are:
Philabundance was founded in 1984 with the simple belief that no one should go hungry while healthy food goes to waste. Our mission is to drive hunger from our communities today as we work to end hunger for good. Today, Philabundance is the Delaware Valley’s largest hunger relief organization, covering a service area of nine counties in PA and NJ, moving over 50 million pounds a year. In addition to food distribution, we strive to reduce food waste, increase access to nutritious meals, and tackle the root causes of hunger through programs such as the Philabundance Community Kitchen and working with community organizations that provide critical life skills and services to engage in holistic strategies that provide food in addition to: Education, Financial literacy, Health services, Housing and more; with the goal of shortening the line at food distribution sites.Position Responsibilities:

• General facilities and building management
• Preventative and corrective maintenance regarding landscaping and groundskeeping
• Attend to daily custodial needs of buildings
• Support projects such as space planning, pest control, waste management, safety, equipment maintenance and repair
• Provide customer service to Agencies and Philabundance
• Clerical duties as assigned
• Ensure safety and security of facility
• Coordinate and assist with facilities maintenance and repairs
• Work closely with the contractors to support all renovation projects
• Other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Excellent internal customer service skills
• Ability to work independently within a defined operating system
• Ability to handle multiple assignments simultaneously
• Ability to apply Project Management skills and competencies
• High energy level, strong sense of initiative, creative problem solving, flexibility, discretion, and a sense of humor
• High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Some general maintenance experience required
• Basic proficiency computer literacy
• Forklift and ServSafe Certification; training provided to employees after hire
• Must meet all of the applicable requirements as specified by OSHA

Physical Demands:

• Bend, crouch, climb, stand, sit, walk, and turn/pivot throughout an 8-hour shift, 5 days a week
• Ability to lift at least 40-50 pounds at a time throughout an 8-hour shift
• Lift inventory continually throughout the day
• Work in an environment that will contain:
• variable temperatures inside warehouse in ambient, cooler, and freezer areas for extended periods of time
• outside weather conditions, dust/dirt, confined work areas
• exposure to noises including horns, backing alarms, as well as flashing lights

• Reach, grasp, and maintain control of items and materials used to perform activities associated with delivering and picking up packages
• See, hear and speak with sufficient capability to perform assigned tasks and maintain proper job safety conditions and communication with the public
• Maintain an acceptable work pace
• See, hear and speak with sufficient capability to perform assigned tasks and maintain proper job safety conditions
• Must be able to read words and numbers accurately
• Demonstrate cognitive ability to:
• Follow directions and routines
• Concentrate, memorize, and recall
• Identify logical connections and determine sequence of response

• Travel is required. Must be willing and able to travel within the service area (employee can use public transportation, rideshare service, personal vehicle or other means)
• Valid driver license will be required if using personal or company vehicles

Beyond the paycheck:

• Full benefits package, including medical, dental & vision with wellness discounts
• Employer-paid Disability and Life insurance policies
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Dedicated monthly professional development & training
• PTO after 30 days of service
• 403(b) retirement fund
• Tuition assistance

Philabundance is an essential business. We believe and support the safety and security of all of our employees, volunteers, and partners. Background checks will be completed for final candidates.

Philabundance is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other status protected under federal, state or local law. We are committed to inclusion, equity, and diversity.

Job Type: Full-time

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