What are the responsibilities and job description for the Winter Maintenance Support Staff position at New London Homeless Hospitality Center?
The New London Homeless Hospitality Center (NLHHC) seeks a full-time Winter Maintenance Support Staff to provide seasonal maintenance-related service across New London Homeless Hospitality Center properties. This role is crucial to ensuring safe, accessible, and well-maintained facilities during cold weather. This position focuses on snow and ice removal, winter property inspections, weather-related maintenance, and timely responses to hazardous conditions for clients, residents, staff, and visitors.
Location: NLHHC properties across the New London, CT 06320 area
Schedule: Full-time and seasonal; 40 hours per week with overtime as needed to address winter weather concerns
Compensation: $20 per hour; paid out weekly
How to Apply: Email your resume to personnel@nlhhc.org, with the subject line "Winter Maintenance Application"
Overview of Responsibilities:
- Monitor weather and property conditions during assigned shifts.
- Shovel and clear snow from sidewalks, entrances, stairs, ramps, walkways, and other designated areas.
- Apply salt, ice melt, and other approved materials to prevent and address icy conditions.
- Keep emergency exits, fire access areas, and frequently used pathways clear and accessible.
- Inspect agency properties for winter-related hazards, including ice buildup, leaks, frozen pipes, and heating concerns.
- Respond promptly to winter maintenance requests and weather-related emergencies.
- Perform basic maintenance, cleaning, and minor repairs as assigned.
- Document completed work and immediately report safety concerns or conditions requiring additional repairs.
- Assist with snow removal around agency vehicles, dumpsters, parking areas, and exterior equipment.
- Restock and organize salt, ice melt, shovels, and winter maintenance supplies.
- Assist with unit turnovers, cleaning, painting, furniture movement, and basic property maintenance when winter weather duties are completed.
- Help protect properties from cold-weather damage through preventative checks.
- Assist maintenance staff with special projects and emergency needs.
- Maintain tools and equipment, keeping them in clean, safe, working condition.
- Report supply needs, equipment problems, property damage, and potential liability concerns to the supervisor.
Key Qualifications:
- Must be 18 years or older
- Valid CT driver’s license
- Physical ability to complete winter maintenance-related work
Bonus Skills:
- Facilities experience
- Bilingual (English and Spanish)
Benefits:
- Flexible work environment
- Paid time off and sick leave
- Family-first employer
- Professional development opportunities
How to Apply: Email your resume to personnel@nlhhc.org, with the subject line "Winter Maintenance Application"
The New London Homeless Hospitality Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace.
Pay: $20.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40.0 per week
Benefits:
- Employee assistance program
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20