Maintenance Specialist I

Maintenance Specialist Location: Cedar Rapids, IA Company: PRK Williams Companies | To The Rescue Schedule: Full-Time | Monday–Friday | Flexible Schedule Use your maintenance skills to keep To The Rescue properties safe, functional, and well-maintained while making a visible impact across the organization.

About the Role

To The Rescue is seeking a dependable Maintenance Specialist to help keep our properties safe, functional, and well-maintained. This is a hands-on, varied role that includes general building repairs, preventative maintenance, work orders, and troubleshooting a range of property and facility needs. You'll work independently and with the maintenance department to accomplish tasks across our properties, respond to maintenance requests, coordinate with contractors when needed, and help keep things running smoothly.

Key Responsibilities

Building Maintenance & Repairs Complete general repairs involving walls, ceilings, flooring, doors, windows, siding, roofing, and other building components Troubleshoot and repair appliances, plumbing, water heaters, electrical systems, and HVAC equipment Perform preventative maintenance and routine property inspections Respond to work orders and complete repairs in a timely manner Property & Equipment Care Maintain safe, clean, and functional properties and grounds Safely operate and maintain tools, equipment, and facility systems Keep tools, equipment, and storage areas organized and secure Identify maintenance needs and communicate issues that require additional attention Project & Team Support Coordinate with outside contractors when needed Communicate project timelines and delays effectively Assist the construction team and other departments with maintenance and facility-related projects Participate in an on-call rotation and respond to after-hours maintenance needs What We're Looking For Dependable, hands-on problem solver who takes pride in their work Previous maintenance, handyman, property maintenance, facilities, or similar experience Comfortable tackling a variety of general repair and maintenance tasks Ability to troubleshoot problems and determine when additional expertise is needed Comfortable working independently and managing multiple requests Strong communication skills preferred Ability to safely use common hand and power tools Valid driver's license and eligibility for company vehicle insurance High school diploma or equivalent required Work Environment & Physical Requirements This is a hands-on position with regular travel between To The Rescue properties throughout the Cedar Rapids area.

The role involves standing, walking, bending, reaching, and occasionally lifting or moving up to 80 pounds. To The Rescue is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, status as a qualified individual with a disability or status as a protected veteran.

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