Allentown Economic Development Corporation

About Allentown Economic Development Corporation: Founded in 1979, Allentown Economic Development Corporation (AEDC) is an independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that champions manufacturing in the City of Allentown. AEDC is committed to proactively identify, encourage, manage and develop strategic business opportunities for the benefit of Allentown, its citizens, and the Lehigh Valley. AEDC is comprised of Bridgeworks Enterprise Center, Urban Made, and Urban Sites Prog...rams, three core initiatives that allow us to help businesses grow, receive the support they need, and eventually find a home in Allentown. Our offices are located in a former Mack Truck Plant in South Allentown, which is now home to the Bridgeworks Enterprise Center, Lehigh Valley’s only manufacturing business incubator. Job Role: AEDC is seeking a dependable Facilities Maintenance Technician to join our staff of 7 employees. AEDC manages more than 1.7 million square feet of buildings, and the position will assist with day-to-day operations at several of the facilities throughout the Allentown area. This role requires an employee who is adaptable, flexible, and operates well under pressure. No day is ever the same (or boring) at AEDC and our facilities team members wear many different hats! Hours are typically 7:30 am-4 pm. Candidate Requirements: Must have at least 3 years of experience in property management or basic building maintenance, and/or a specific construction trade such as a carpenter, electrician, HVAC, etc., is preferred. Must be comfortable with technology. Must be a self-starter and capable of performing in a team environment. Must have a positive attitude and be comfortable interacting with multiple tenants’ and clients’ requests on a regular basis. Must be unafraid of getting dirty! Must be able to lift 50 pounds. Must have the ability to move safely over uneven terrain. Additional Requirements: Must have a current Driver’s License. Must be reliable and responsible. Must be available during inclement weather. (Occasional overnight required.) Compensation and Benefits: Pay based on experience. Insurance coverage including medical, dental, and vision. Coverage for life insurance, disability, and retirement. Paid time off for 11 holidays. Paid time off for vacation, personal and sick days. AEDC is willing to train the right candidate, and the candidate must be willing to learn and grow within the organization. AEDC is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of AEDC not to discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of age, disability, genetic information, national origin, pregnancy, race/color, religion, sex, sexual orientation or veteran status, or any other status protected by law, in any aspect of employment, including but not limited to hiring, promotion, discharge, pay and fringe benefits. Apply by sending your letter of interest and resume to [email protected].

The Team is Growing! We’ve welcomed a new Board Member and we’re in search of an employee to join the facilities team! Our latest newsletter is out! https://mailchi.mp/243c8b4e/august-2021-newsletter-4905381

AEDC News: The team is growing! Check out the latest newsletter - https://mailchi.mp/243c8b4e2/august-2021-newsletter-4905381

Vacant Vibrant! An abandoned building on Turner St. in the Old Allentown Historic District is undergoing a total transformation thanks to 2 passionate female architects and the support of neighborhood improvement partnerships. #oldallentown #revitalization #econdev https://allentownedc.com/1021-turner-redevelopment/

This month's news roundup is out! - https://mailchi.mp/8ea53fc5c/august-2021-newsletter-4901493 We're talking business loans, manufacturing, mead, and more!

Manufacturing Employment Opportunity Send us a DM and we will put you in contact with this company owner!

THANK YOU to our partners at PPL Corporation PPL Electric Utilities for helping us further our diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts with the Sustaining Grant award! We are so grateful for our partnership with the team at PPL and their continued support of AEDC and building sustainable communities! We will use the $$ to connect with Lehigh Valley minority business owners facing inequalities related to access to capital and support their business growth through the PMBDA ...loan program! Thank you PPL for your generous support of our mission! https://allentownedc.com/ppl-sustaining-grant-award-2021/ #pplcares #AllentownEDC #UrbanMadebyAEDC #DEI #minorityownedbusiness #pmbdaloan #loanfunds #minoritybusinessowner #allentownbusiness

October news is out! Manufacturing Month, AEDC's new hire, & Make LV - https://mailchi.mp//manufacturing-month-aedcs-new-hire-mak

Keep doing your BEST! Today’s hard work is setting you up for tomorrow’s success. #bridgeworksenterprisecenter #AEDC #entrepreneur #smallbusiness #incubate #cultivate #businessincubator #smallbusinessowners #allentown #lehighvalley #cityofallentown #allentownentrepreneur #allentownedc #allentownpa #entrepreneurmindset #inspirationalquotes

PRESS RELEASE: Robert Haas Joins Allentown Economic Development Corporation as Financial Controller https://allentownedc.com/robert-haas-joins-aedc-as-control/

A little rain can’t stop us! We stopped by to visit a client of the Urban Made program, PMBDA loan recipient, Vendetta Hines, at her rehabbed building in South Allentown. We got to see the progress that’s been made so far on the inside and tour the area that’s under construction for the new LIFT Center. @thel.i.f.t_center Vendetta's story: https://allentownedc.com/pmbda-loan-helps-the-lift-center/

@calderonphoto was in the house recently and that’s always a good sign! Next week’s newsletter will have the story- stay tuned!

Let them laugh! #bridgeworksenterprisecenter #AEDC #entrepreneur #smallbusiness #incubate #cultivate #businessincubator #smallbusinessowners #allentown #lehighvalley #cityofallentown #allentownentrepreneur #allentownedc #allentownpa #entrepreneurmindset #inspirationalquotes

Where my ladies at!? If you’re an aspiring entrepreneur or a woman-owned business, tune in for a webinar on Oct. 27 at 1PM to learn about the statewide busin...ess resources that are available for our women entrepreneurs. Register to save your seat https://business.pa.gov//resources-for-women-owned-busine/

Whether you're leading a team or working for yourself, Happy Boss's Day! #leadership #boss #NationalBossDay #entrepreneur #leader #teamwork #support #allentownpa

You never know what you may come across on a walk down the Bridgeworks hallway... Birch Mead is BACK! @colonymeadery

They can’t always be avoided, but if you learn from them, mistakes can serve a purpose. *Adam Osborne was a successful entrepreneur and author who published computer books and software. He was best known for introducing the first portable computer.* #bridgeworksenterprisecenter #AEDC #entrepreneur #smallbusiness #incubate #cultivate #businessincubator #smallbusinessowners #allentown #lehighvalley #cityofallentown #allentownentrepreneur #allentownedc #allentownpa #entrepreneurmindset #inspirationalquotes

You drive by the building often and see the exterior; Now you can take a look at the inside of the Allentown Metal Works to get an idea of just how complex this brownfield redevelopment project is. https://youtu.be/piIDL1PC_6U

October is Manufacturing month! We’ll be sharing why manufacturing matters, what makes it so important to our economy and why it’s an excellent career choice. Stay tuned!

Tune in to the forum this afternoon to hear the candidates’ positions on key issues. https://lehighvalley.org/events/24628/

Can’t go back to the office because the pandemic caused it to shut down, but can’t work from home along with your spouse, kids, or crazy cats? We hear ya! You don’t have to huddle in the laundry room or lock yourself in the bathroom for a bit of peace! https://allentownedc.com/coworking-at-bridgeworks/