Full-Time

Facilities Aide

Updated on 9/3/2026

Deadline 3/9/27
The Salvation Army

The Salvation Army

Christian social services nonprofit

Compensation Overview

$16/hr

+ Christmas Bonus

Elmira, NY, USA

In Person

Category
General Maintenance & Repair (1)
Required Skills
Plumbing
Requirements
  • One year of related experience is required.
  • Ability to utilize commercial cleaning equipment and small power and hand tools.
  • Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
  • Knowledge of mathematics, specifically weights and measures.
Responsibilities
  • Assist with minor repairs to roofs, windows, doors, floors, woodwork, drywall, and other parts of building structures.
  • Sand and paint building surfaces as needed.
  • Clean interior building surfaces, including floors, walls, windows, doors, and other fixtures, using appropriate cleaning solutions and materials.
  • Make adjustments or minor repairs to heating, cooling, ventilating, plumbing, and electrical systems.
  • Replace building fixtures such as ceiling tiles, lightbulbs, and locks.
  • Move heavy furniture, equipment, and supplies manually or using hand trucks.
  • Mow lawns, trim outdoor greenery using hand or power trimmers, and clear debris from building grounds.
  • Remove snow from sidewalks, driveways, and parking areas using snowplows, snow blowers, snow shovels, or snow-melting chemicals.
  • Set up, arrange, or remove tables, chairs, ladders, and other items to prepare facilities for events.
  • Maintain safety procedures while completing all tasks and wear personal protective equipment when necessary.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the Facilities Department and Manager of Facilities.
  • Demonstrate cultural competence, integrate that understanding into daily responsibilities, and participate in meeting the objectives of The Salvation Army Syracuse Area Services Strategic Plan.
Desired Qualifications
  • A High School Diploma or General Educational Development (GED) credential is preferred.
  • A valid driver's license meeting The Salvation Army insurance requirements is preferred.

The Salvation Army is an international Christian nonprofit delivering social services through regional territories. The organization provides emergency assistance, shelters, rehabilitation, youth programs, disaster response, community services, worship, and thrift retail. It serves individuals and families in need, donors, volunteers, congregations, and communities across its service territories. Its operating model centers on locally delivered programs supported by territorial leadership, fundraising, retail operations, logistics, facilities, and administration. Teams work across social services, counseling, retail, logistics, fundraising, ministry, facilities, finance, and community programs. Teams support coordinated daily delivery.

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