MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Perform cleaning, housekeeping, and light maintenance tasks and services throughout assigned property.
• Identify and report any building maintenance or repair issues.
• Perform light repairs and maintenance such as replacing light fixtures or clearing blocked pipes. Perform basic carpentry, painting, plumbing and electrical work as assigned.
• Clean and sanitize shared facilities and common spaces. Mop floors daily. Wash windows as needed.
• Empty trash containers and remove garbage daily.
• Ensure floors and hallways are always kept free of debris.
• Vacuum and clean floors, rugs, furniture, and drapes.
• Assist with moving furniture, supplies, and other items as necessary.
• Perform limited grounds maintenance such as mowing and trimming lawns and hedges and cleaning snow from sidewalks.
• Examine property for safety hazards and report problems to Superintendent or other appropriate staff.
• Check fire / life safety equipment as scheduled and report issues to the Superintendent.
• Perform minor adjustments, repairs and maintenance on heat and air conditioner units under supervision by Superintendent.
• Ensure that cleaning and maintenance supplies are stocked as needed.
• Collaborate with a team of workers and other professionals during renovations.
• Report to Superintendent and / or Program Director regarding issues resolved, those needing attention, and those currently in progress.
• Perform other related duties as required.

SPECIFICATIONS FOR EDUCATION / CERTIFICATIONS / LICENSES

High School Diploma or Equivalent.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE :

• Commercial and / or residential maintenance experience doing carpentry, painting, sheetrock repair, minor plumbing repairs, or minor electrical repairs.
• Ability to perform carpentry, painting, and minor plumbing, electrical and drywall repairs.
• Thorough understanding of safety hazards and proper use of various cleaning and sanitizing solutions.
• Detail-oriented and thorough ability to perform basic repairs and operate tools or equipment used in routine maintenance.
• Must be able to read and understand work orders to perform assigned jobs.
• Ability to assess priorities, take initiative, handle multiple assignments, and meet deadlines.
• Solid interpersonal skills with the ability to work well with people of diverse educational, cultural, and professional backgrounds.

Courteous demeanor toward staff, customers, clients, and visitors to the property.

• Must be a responsible individual with a reputable character, known to exercise sound judgment, maintain confidentiality, and work well under pressure and demonstrate a calm manner during crises.
• Acknowledge and apply self-care and work-life balance for self and others.

SPECIFICATIONS FOR PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :

• The physical demands of the job include standing, bending, pulling, pushing, climbing, and lifting at least 50 pounds.
• Able to travel between sites throughout NYC.
• Able to work outdoors in adverse conditions (heat or cold).

Last updated : 2024-04-22