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Job SynopsisThe Maintenance Assistant works on a team to maintain the beautiful grounds of MCC's Akron campus. This position involves a variety of landscaping and general maintenance tasks, including invasive plant management, landscaping projects, and general maintenance tasks as assigned.&nbsp; This&nbsp;position offers flexible hours and primarily involves outdoor work.&nbsp;Job DetailsHourly Employee Full TimeQualificationsOrganizational values and culture: All MCC workers are expected to exhibit a commitment to a personal Christian faith and discipleship; active church membership; and nonviolent peacemaking. MCC is an equal opportunity employer, committed to employment equity. MCC values diversity and invites all qualified candidates to apply.&nbsp;&nbsp;Essential:&nbsp;&nbsp;<ul><li>Basic proficiency with general landscaping hand tools.&nbsp;</li></ul><ul><li>Over three months experience in landscaping, groundskeeping and/or maintenance.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul><ul><li>Ability to take initiative to start and complete projects without regular oversight.&nbsp;</li></ul><ul><li>Works well with a team and is respectful to diverse colleagues and campus guests&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul><ul><li>Willingness to engage in conversation as needed with guests, staff, and volunteers&nbsp;</li></ul>Preferred&nbsp;<ul><li>High School Diploma.&nbsp;</li></ul><ul><li>Experience working with native plants, horticulture, environmental science or similar field&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul><ul><li>Computer literacy including Microsoft Word, Zoom, Outlook email and web browsers&nbsp;</li></ul><ul><li>Beginning knowledge of more than one trade (carpentry, plumbing, electricity, HVAC).&nbsp;</li></ul><ul><li>Beginning knowledge of appliance repair, mechanics and basic machine operating.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul><ul><li>Valid driver’s license.&nbsp;</li></ul>Employment eligibility: Legally eligible to work in the U.S. MCC offers of employment are subject to a successful criminal background check(s).&nbsp;Anti-oppression commitment: MCC expects all staff to actively participate in an organization culture that focuses on dismantling any barriers based on race, economic inequality or gender-based oppression. This includes an expectation to assess and address any barriers within themselves, within their team(s), and within MCC.&nbsp;Safeguarding commitment:&nbsp; All MCC Staff are expected to work collaboratively to create and maintain an organizational culture that prevents and responds to situations of abuse of power (sexual harassment, child abuse, racism, exploitation, and fraud among other situations).&nbsp;Key ResponsibilitiesSpecific Tasks and Duties: Landscape / General Maintenance&nbsp;<ul><li>Work on landscaping and general maintenance tasks and projects as assigned. Meet with supervisor to give progress updates.&nbsp;</li></ul><ul><li>Maintain grounds including tasks such as weeding, mulching, transplanting, removal of invasives in woodland, improvement of woodland.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul><ul><li>Establish and maintain green mulch, native micro meadows, woodland, wetland, bioswale, and other landscapes.&nbsp;</li></ul><ul><li>Plant trees and shrubs.&nbsp;</li></ul><ul><li>Transport plants and goods on site via electric golf cart.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul><ul><li>Join team meetings and respond to MCC electronic communications.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul><ul><li>Assist with community/outdoor education events.&nbsp;</li></ul><ul><li>Other duties as assigned on a temporary basis.&nbsp;</li></ul>Supervision: This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.&nbsp;&nbsp;Travel expectations: No overnight travel.&nbsp;Physical Activity/Demands:&nbsp;<ul><li>Occasionally ascending or descending stairs/ladders, etc.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul><ul><li>Occasionally remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods of time.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul><ul><li>Constantly moving about to accomplish tasks or move from one worksite to another.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul><ul><li>Constantly light work that includes moving objects up to 20 pounds.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul><ul><li>Occasionally operating power tools&nbsp;</li></ul>Environment Conditions – exposed to:&nbsp;<ul><li>Occasionally low temperatures.&nbsp;</li></ul><ul><li>Occasionally high temperatures&nbsp;</li></ul><ul><li>Occasionally outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind.&nbsp;</li></ul> Start Date02 Jun, 2025Salary DetailsBase salary: $20.32. Starting salary may be adjusted up to $22.58 based on previous experience.BenefitsMedical, dental and vision, 23 days paid vacation, sick time and 10 holidays/year. Life insurance provided, as well as long and short term disability coverage. The retirement plan, with MCC contribution of 7%, begins after six months of employment.

1 Facilities and Maintenance Job in Wernersville, PA 19565, USA