ABOUT US

Partners for Community Development, Inc. provides resources that connect our community with safe and affordable housing, while building life strengthening opportunities.

Partners for Community Development, Inc. (Partners) is a 501(c)(3) that focuses on social services programs and providing the best service to the community in residential energy conservation, housing rehabilitation, home buying assistance, and bi-lingual services.

Partners provides a comprehensive range of high-quality home rehabilitation and energy conservation services to the community, delivered by a team of directly employed trade professionals. Partners also provides opportunities for minorities and the disadvantaged to achieve social and economic independence through our social services programs.

Partners is one of the 25 Weatherization Operators for the State of Wisconsin, serving the Eastern Wisconsin counties of Door, Kewaunee, Manitowoc, Sheboygan, Ozaukee, and Northern Milwaukee.

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Crystal Fieber
Chairman of the Board

Donna Wendlandt
Vice Chairman

Daryl Mangeri
Secretary

Wendy Lucarelli

Kristin Bell Abell

Rebecah Wickert-Carini

Phyllis Felsinger

Meredith Sauer

Karen Lepisto

Richard Seidemann

Tracey Schmidt

Jill Kleiber

Adam Vanderheyden

Karin Kirchmeier
Executive Director

Linda Barthels
Human Resources Director

John Fleet
Weatherization & Housing Director

Debra Wigand
Finance Director

JOB OPPORTUNITIES

When you work for Partners for Community Development, Inc., every day is more than just a workday, it’s an opportunity to help others. Partners offers a flexible work schedule while having the ability to continually support the community. We are a team of professionals dedicated to building up our neighborhoods to help create better places to live.

All resumes and cover letters can be emailed to careers@partners4cd.com.

SPANISH INTERPRETATION & TRANSLATION (part-time)

POSITION:  Spanish Interpretation & Translation – Part Time, as needed.

LOCATION:  Main Office, 1407 S. 13th Street in Sheboygan                                

SUPERVISOR:   Partners Community Services Coordinator

When you work for Partners for Community Development, Inc., every day is more than just a workday, it’s an opportunity to help others. Partners offers a flexible work schedule while having the ability to continually support the community. We are a team of professionals dedicated to building up our neighborhoods to help create better places to live.

Partners for Community Development is seeking an individual fluent in Spanish and English to assist with interpretation and written translation services to the community.  This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking for a casual part-time, flexible work schedule.

 

JOB DUTIES:

  • Provide Spanish interpretation and translation services to clients assigned by agency staff.
  • Gather and turn in the documentation required to report and bill the services provided.
  • Give supervisor feedback on areas that need improvement and services needed in the community based on client needs.
  • Maintain confidentiality and a professional demeanor at all times while acting as a representative of Partners for Community Development, Inc.

 

REQUIREMENTS:

  • Access to transportation/vehicle required (mileage reimbursement available).  Driver’s License and a good driving record, also.
  • Internet connection at home/school

 

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • High School Diploma
  • Strong Bilingual Spanish/English writing and speaking skills
  • Experience and/or desire to serve the community
  • Computer knowledge and experience preferred

An Equal Opportunity Employer Working Under an Affirmative Action Plan

 

HOW TO APPLY:

Please email a resume and cover letter to careers@partners4cd.com.

WEATHERIZATION TECHNICIAN - Brown Deer, Sheboygan

Excellent opportunity to learn weatherization and home improvement skills while making a difference in the community.

Worksite: Partners’ service areas in Eastern Wisconsin (Facilities located in Brown Deer, Sheboygan and Sturgeon Bay)

Benefits of working for Partners include:
– 4 Day work-week, Mondays – Thursdays
– Paid weekly
– Competitive pay – earn between $18.00 and $24.00 per hour based on experience.
– Advancement opportunities – we promote from within the agency.
– Excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
– Paid time off and holidays.
– Safety shoe reimbursement. Uniform allowance.
– No prior experience necessary.

JOB DUTIES:
The Weatherization Technician performs duties that relate to rehabilitation and weatherization of customers’ homes. These duties include, but are not limited to, insulation of attics, insulation of sidewalls and floors, installation of vents, weather-stripping and other weatherization, home repair and energy measures as assigned.

– Develop and use skills in home improvement, rehabilitation, weatherization and energy saving techniques.
– Safely and adequately operate tools and equipment utilized in the performance of tasks.
– Assist in loading and unloading of department vehicles.
– Assist with the maintenance and inventory control of equipment, tools and material.
– Responsible for satisfactory completion of assigned work.
– Attendance and participation in work related training and seminars as directed by supervisor.
– Respect customers’ property and personal matters. Maintain confidentiality of clients’ personal information.
– Foster relationships with peers, and supervisors to ensure a positive work environment and professional relationships.
– Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:
– Willingness to learn weatherization/insulation techniques, home improvement skills, and how to use diagnostic equipment used in assessing the energy efficiency of a home.
– Ability and willingness to learn to read and decipher work orders and conduct basic math related to construction and material estimation.
– Ability to interact well with diverse personalities.
– Ability to perform physically demanding tasks in demanding environments and extreme weather conditions.
– Ability to use ladders and work at heights of up to four (4) stories.
– Ability to work for extended periods of time in confined spaces such as attics and crawl spaces.
– Able to lift and carry up to 60 lbs.
– A valid Wisconsin driver’s license, auto insurance, and a good driving record.

HOW TO APPLY: Please email resume to careers@partners4cd.com.

An Equal Opportunity Employer Working Under an Affirmative Action Plan

PROPERTY CARETAKER/MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN

Position: Property Caretaker / Maintenance Technician

Pay Range: $22.79 to $27.00 / hour

Supervisor: Property Manager

Hours: Casual, up to 20 Hours per week with flexible scheduling

Partners for Community Development is seeking an individual to work as needed up to 20 hours per week handling maintenance duties for Partner’s Sunnyside Apartments. Most hours are first shift; however, flexibility is necessary in the event of emergencies.

Responsibilities: Assist the Property Manager with duties necessary to maintain Partners’ properties in a neat, presentable, well-maintained manner.  Assist the Property Manager in developing good relationships with tenants.

Duties:

  • Prepare apartments for leasing by cleaning, painting, and making necessary repairs.
  • Minor household repairs included, but are not limited to, minor plumbing repairs, siding repairs, door replacement, window screen replacements, minor furnace repairs, troubleshooting appliances, minor carpentry, and flooring repair.
  • Pick up garbage lying outside of dumpsters.
  • Assist with cleaning of units and office.
  • Report all damage noticed to the supervisor.
  • Keep all tools and equipment in good repair and properly stored. Complete periodic inventories.
  • Preventative maintenance inspections.
  • Assist with yard work, including watering grass and shrubs, pruning, weeding, trimming, and snow removal as needed.
  • Be available for irregular working hours in the event of emergency needs at a Partners’ properties.
  • Handle tenant requests with respect and courtesy. Maintain confidentiality.
  • Other duties as assigned for the upkeep of the rental units and grounds of Partners’ properties.

Qualifications:

  • Experience with home repair and painting.
  • Ability to interact well with diverse personalities.
  • Trustworthy and diligent.
  • Valid Wisconsin driver’s license, current vehicle insurance, vehicle, and a good driving record.
  • Respect for confidentiality.

 

An Equal Opportunity Employer Working under an Affirmative Action Plan.