Maintenance Worker (Cs555501)

Institute for Community Living (ICL) is a non-profit organization servicing the NYC-Metro area and for over 35 years, we've provided life-saving care to New Yorkers in need that includes but is not limited to addiction assistance, mental health services, and housing support for all. Proudly doing so, with integrity, love, and respect. Our goal is to have a positive and long-lasting impact on the lives of the people and communities we serve with the hope of providing the care, support, and attention they need.

So it is our pleasure to announce that we are currently seeking a full-time candidate for the role of Maintenance Worker to join our team!

By ICL definition, under the supervision of the Facilities Maintenance Supervisor or designee, a Maintenance Worker is someone responsible for performing super-like duties and related activities at an assigned facility location by conducting a variety of routine maintenance repairs, and manual labor duties using a variety of hand power tools and various equipment. - activities, tasks, and equipment/vehicle usage vary according to the season and individual needs of the program. Please Note: This role is not to be confused with a Custodian, there is seldom cleaning involved.

MIN. ROLE REQUIREMENTS & PREFERENCES:

• Available Monday to Friday - Shift: Hours TBD

• Location: New York, NY 10038

• EDU/EXP: GED/HSE or higher and 2+ years of trade work, installation, and laborer 'handy-person' like experience - preferably in a shelter setting

• PLEASE NOTE: In substitute for the mentioned EDU and coinciding experience, ICL will accept the following…

• OSHA 30 training and 3+ years of trade work, installation, and laborer 'handy-person' like experience

• VALID Driver's License Photo ID - NY, NJ, PA, or CT State preferred

• Proper attire at all times - this includes work pants, boots, and outer/inner-wear with the ICL company logo (provided after training)

ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of basic arithmetic aka Math

• Ability to bend, kneel, squat, stand, and stretch for long periods

• Ability to understand and follow verbal and simple written instructions

• Ability to follow rules and procedures regarding maintenance and carpentry

• Knowledge of maintenance and admin products, standards, and equipment usage

• Knowledge of safety and basic information related to trade, installation, and laborer work

• Ability to work in a setting with individuals with mental illness and/or behavioral disorders

• Ability to perform medium to heavy manual labor, including lifting objects weighing up to 60+ lbs

• Strong communication, interpersonal, writing, and conveying skills - bi-lingual is a plus but not mandatory

• Ability to follow all safety guidelines in accordance with the performance of the tasks mentioned below...

MAINTENANCE TASKS:

• Locksmith - open locks when keys are not readily available

• Tool Inventory - maintain and ensure all tools are returned to the site at the end of each workday

• Masonry - perform routine installments, maintenance, replacement, and repairs of such as tiles and carpets as necessary

• Heat / Water - operate and maintain equipment by replacing parts, such as filters and pumps; clean equipment and adjust components, such as thermostats, and check the oil level in storage tanks

• Renovation - assist with the remodeling of offices and apartments: repair plaster and drywall, strips, paints or stains woodwork, prepare surfaces for the painting of interior and exterior building structures, fixtures, and equipment

• Electrical - perform routine installments, maintenance, replacement, and repairs of electrical equipment overhead door motors, electric ranges, lighting fixtures, outlets, switches, and other appliances; running and repairing electrical cables and wires

• Plumbing - perform routine installments, maintenance, replacement, and repairs of plumbing systems and fixtures such as damaged steam valves, faucets, sinks, toilets, and leaking pipes: insulate steam lines, thermostats, and water heaters whilst locating and unplugging stoppages using plungers, snakes, etc.

• Carpentry - build and perform routine installments, maintenance, replacement, and repairs of metal, slate, shingles, roofs, doors, stairs, railings, floors, gates, ceilings, furniture, locks, bookcases, shelves, tables, signs, modular furniture, cabinets, countertops, wood equipment, and other fixtures including platforms and temporary staging, windows: install blinds and door hardware

MINOR / MISC. TASKS:

• Groundskeeping - performs outside maintenance duties such as lawn mowing, bush trimming, snow removal, etc. as needed

• Administrative - submit docs./paperwork promptly at the end of each workday; follow the work request and other departmental tracking systems; follow already established procedures in place

• Vehicles - perform routine installments, maintenance, replacement, and repairs such as changing a flat tire, maintaining appropriate fluid levels, and ensuring the interiors and exteriors of vehicles are clean

• Groundskeeping - assist with the movement, transport, relocation, and discarding of personnel, furniture, equipment, mail, and supplies as assigned, including the removal of unusable (e.g. infested) furniture and supplies and moving clients' belongings; maintaining appropriate documentation of such activities

• Perform other job-related tasks as assigned in a professional, organized, and clean manner

• PLEASE NOTE: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty listed satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions unless this causes undue hardship to the agency.

If you feel that you're a suitable candidate for this role and would like to join our organization, please submit your resume in response to this ad to contact a recruiter in HR for further related info to the role above or the benefits mentioned below…

ICL BENEFITS:

PLEASE NOTE: ICL Company Benefits are exclusive to employees working 20+ hours and EDU Leave is 40+ hours ONLY!

• PAID Orientation and Training

• Choice of full and/or partial Health, Dental, and Vision Benefits (spousal and child coverage available too)

• Life & AD&D Insurance + Medical Flexible Spending

• Mental Health Services and Providers

• Educational & Parental Leave

• Tuition & Work-Life Assistance

• Commuter Benefits Plan

• Employee Assistance Program

• Matching 403B (non-profit)

• Payroll Benefits: Corporate Fitness Account / NYS College Savings Program / Etc.

• Discounts on select ticketed purchases provided by Plum Benefits

• And many more…