Maintenance Coordinator

About Us

The Corliss Center is a dedicated non-profit organization that has spent over 40 years providing supportive residential, day, and community independence programs for Deaf adults with developmental disabilities. We are seeking a reliable, self-directed individual to join our team. In this role, you will help maintain a well-manicured, safe, and accessible environment for our staff and members. This is a unique opportunity to use your hands-on skills to make a meaningful, daily impact in a supportive community setting.

Position Overview

Working in close collaboration with our Facilities Manager, this position is responsible for the general maintenance, preventative care, and repair of our campus and facilities. The ideal candidate is self-directed, takes pride in thorough work, handles tasks in a timely manner and can comfortably manage the strenuous physical demands of indoor and outdoor property maintenance.

Core Responsibilities

• Landscaping & Groundskeeping: Maintain a regular schedule for mowing lawns, edging walkways, trimming shrubs, pruning trees, planting flowers, and weeding.
• Facility Maintenance: Perform minor repairs and preventative maintenance involving carpentry, plumbing, basic electrical troubleshooting, and painting; promptly respond to internal work orders.
• Snow & Ice Removal: Keep walkways, ramps, and porches clear and safe during winter weather by shoveling, operating snow blowers, and spreading salt or sand.
• Waste & Event Support: Collect and dispose of trash and recycling, haul materials, and set up/break down equipment for campus or facility events.
• Equipment & Tool Care: Safely operate, clean, and maintain mowers, agency vehicles, and various hand or power tools. Perform routine upkeep (sharpening, cleaning, oiling) to extend tool life and performance.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent trade experience.
• General: Must complete and pass a state BCI criminal background check and hold a valid driver's license with a reliable driving history.
• Experience: 1 to 3 years of hands-on experience in groundskeeping, landscaping, basic building maintenance, or a related trade.
• Licenses: A valid driver's license with a reliable driving record.
• Skills: Strong ability to problem solve, work independently, manage a daily task checklist, and prioritize work orders effectively.
• Physical Demands: Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions (extreme heat, cold, rain, snow), Ability to bend, stoop, shovel, and lift or move heavy items up to 80 pounds, Ability to safely climb and work on ladders up to three stories high.

Benefits & Perks

• Health and Dental
• Paid Time Off (PTO), Holiday and Vacation Pay
• Retirement plan available
• A welcoming, inclusive non-profit work culture

How to Apply:

Please submit your resume to [email protected]

Pay: $21.00 - $25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Language:

• English (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Warren, RI 02885 (Required)

Work Location: In person