Job Description

Minimum Qualifications

Education

• Equivalent to completion of twelfth grade; high school diploma or GED preferred.

Experience

• Two years of full-time experience in general maintenance, renovations, construction, or facilities maintenance.
• Specialized training in maintenance, construction, or facilities maintenance may be substituted for experience.

Certifications/Licenses:

• Possession of a clean valid NYS, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, or Connecticut Driver's License.
• Must meet requirements to maintain a good driving record.

Work Eligibility: Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Work Location Requirement: Onsite

Schedule: 7:30am-4:00pm Monday-Friday

Compensation: $24.0681

What We Offer

We provide competitive benefits, including:

• Comprehensive Health Benefits: Medical (HSA), Dental and Vision plans
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan with employer match
• Generous Paid Time Off: Vacation, Personal, Sick, Mental Health Days and 12 paid holidays
• Employee Wellness Programs: Employee Assistance Program and mental health resources
• Learning & Development Opportunities: Educational Leave and Tuition Assistance, Training and Career Development Tracks
• Additional Perks: Commuter Benefits, recognition programs, discount programs, flexible spending plans, voluntary benefits including pet insurance, identity theft insurance, legal plans, and voluntary ancillary benefits.

About the Role

Under the supervision of the Director of Shelter Facilities or designee, Maintenance Workers perform maintenance, installation, and related activities, including routine carpentry, painting, plastering, minor electrical work, minor plumbing, and lock installation/repair. They assist with grounds maintenance, moving and transporting personnel, equipment, mail, and supplies, and maintain documentation related to these activities.

Primary Responsibilities

• Perform routine installation, maintenance, replacement, and repair of plumbing systems and fixtures.
• Repair and replace steam valves, leaking pipes, thermostats, and related fixtures.
• Operate and maintain heating and hot water equipment.
• Perform carpentry activities including repairing or replacing doors, windows, stairs, railings, floors, gates, roofs, ceilings, locks, and door hardware.
• Install blinds, shelves, bookcases, modular furniture, cabinets, countertops, and related fixtures.
• Repair, rebuild, and assist in installing roofs.
• Assist with renovation and remodeling projects, including drywall repair, painting, staining, and surface preparation.
• Perform minor electrical repairs including lighting fixtures, outlets, switches, motors, ranges, and wiring.
• Perform grounds maintenance including lawn care, bush trimming, and snow removal.
• Assist with moving, transporting, and discarding furniture, equipment, and supplies.
• Operate machine tools including power drills, power saws, lawnmowers, and snow blowers.
• Maintain agency vehicles, including tire changes, fluid checks, and cleaning.
• Follow work request and departmental tracking systems and submit documentation timely.
• Complete required maintenance checklists.
• Perform masonry repairs and installation activities such as tile and carpet replacement.
• Perform other duties as assigned.