Position Overview:
YWCA Cambridge Emergency Women’s Shelter is seeking a dedicated and reliable Facilities Service Worker to help ensure a safe, clean and welcoming environment for unhoused women and gender diverse individuals. The ideal candidate will have a strong work ethic, general maintenance skills and a compassionate approach when working in the emergency shelter.
What you'll do:
- Perform routine maintenance tasks, including minor plumbing, electrical, painting and cleaning
- Conduct regular inspections of the building (indoor and outdoor), equipment and systems to identify and address maintenance needs
- Respond promptly to repair requests
- Coordinate and communicate work with external contractors for building maintenance and repair as needed
- Ensure common areas, bathrooms and outdoor spaces are kept clean and in good repair, exterior daily checks to address potential hazards and monitoring and reinstalling sharps containers when needed, removing garbage to the exterior dumpster, maintaining shelter recycling for weekly pick up, and support with weekly supply deliveries
- Assist with setting up and moving furniture or equipment as needed
- Monitor and maintain inventory of maintenance supplies and equipment, and inform the Director of Housing of any needs
- Follow safety protocols and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations,
- Communicate effectively with the Director of Housing to coordinate maintenance activities, and
- Support occasional emergency repairs outside of regular hours if required.
What you bring:
- Previous experience in maintenance, facilities management, or a related field
- Ability to lift and carry objects weighing from 15-50 pounds and perform physical tasks such as bending, reaching and climbing ladders
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- Understanding of Harm Reduction and Trauma Informed Practice
- Ability to work independently and manage time effectively
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
Working Conditions:
- Part-time position with a flexible schedule of 20 hours per week,
- Work environment may include exposure to cleaning products, tools, and outdoor tasks
The working environment also includes potential exposure to high conflict situations.
How To Apply:
Please submit a cover letter and resume explaining why you would like this position by , Wednesday July 22, 2026
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Pay: $23.00 per hour
Flexible language requirement:
Work Location: In person
