Utilities and Maintenance Crew

BUILD A CAREER, NOT JUST A JOB

OVERVIEW

The Shelter Island Heights Property Owners Corporation (SIHPOC) in Shelter Island, New York, operates much like a small municipality, providing drinking water, wastewater treatment, public works, and recreation services to our community.

We are seeking a motivated, dependable, mechanically inclined individual to join our Utilities and Public Works team. This is a full-time, year-round career opportunity offering competitive compensation commensurate with experience, excellent benefits, paid training, and a clear path for professional advancement through on-the-job and formal training.

No previous water or wastewater experience is required. SIHPOC will provide and pay for the training needed to obtain New York State water and wastewater operator certifications. If you enjoy working outdoors, learning new skills, solving problems, and taking pride in a job well done, this is the career opportunity you are seeking.

IDEAL CANDIDATE

We are looking for someone who:

• Has a strong work ethic and takes pride in quality workmanship.
• Enjoys working outdoors and staying active.
• Is mechanically inclined and enjoys solving problems.
• Is dependable, safety-conscious, and collaborative.
• Is willing to learn and take on new challenges.
• Has a strong commitment to customer service and the community.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma, trade school diploma, or GED.
• Valid New York State driver's license.
• Mechanical aptitude, basic math skills and familiarity with elementary chemistry/biology principles.
• Ability to perform physical work.
• Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers, members, contractors, and the public.
• Shelter Island residency preferred or within a 10-mile radius.

EVERY DAY IS DIFFERENT

Our team is small, so employees must develop a broad range of skills and take ownership of important community services. Rather than performing the same task every day, team members work across multiple areas of operations, creating a varied and rewarding career. Responsibilities may include:

Water System

• Operate and maintain wells and the water distribution system.
• Install, maintain, and read water meters.
• Locate, install, and repair water lines.
• Maintain and repair valves.
• Perform leak detection and emergency repairs.
• Collect water samples and perform operational testing.
• Maintain records and perform preventative maintenance.

Wastewater System

• Operate and maintain wastewater collection and treatment systems.
• Locate, install, and repair sewer lines.
• Assist with regulatory compliance and recordkeeping.
• Collect samples and perform operational testing.
• Perform preventative maintenance and repairs.

Public Works & Facilities

• Maintain and repair and stripe roads, rights-of-way, parks, and common properties.
• Perform grading, road patching, and stormwater management.
• Conduct brush and seasonal leaf collection.
• Maintain parks and grounds, including mowing and trimming.
• Perform snow plowing and removal.
• Respond to storms and other emergencies.
• Maintain buildings and facilities.

Recreation & Equipment

• Maintain the Beach Club and tennis courts.
• Operate heavy equipment and utility vehicles.
• Perform other duties necessary to keep SIHPOC facilities and infrastructure safe and effective.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT AND CAREER ADVANCEMENT

Water or wastewater experience is not required. SIHPOC invests in its employees and will provide and pay for the training necessary to obtain; 1) New York State Class C Water Operator License, and 2) New York State 2A Wastewater Operator License. Continuous employment provisional on obtaining both certifications.

Typically, after approximately one year of facilities experience, employees begin training for their water operator license. After gaining experience and certification in water operations, they can advance to wastewater operator training. These state certifications, supported by continuing education, provide valuable professional credentials and a pathway to a long-term career in utilities and public works.

Equipment

Depending on the assignment, employees may operate:

• Pickup and dump truck with plow
• Backhoe and skid steer
• Commercial mowing equipment
• Pumps and generators
• Utility equipment
• Hand and power tools

SCHEDULE

This is a full-time, year-round position. Once the required water and wastewater licenses are obtained, employees participate in a rotating weekend on-call schedule. Overtime opportunities are available for emergencies, seasonal work, and scheduled weekend coverage.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

SIHPOC offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including:

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Year-end bonus eligibility
• Excellent health insurance, FSA and HSA
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching
• Money Purchase Retirement Plan employer contribution
• Paid vacation, holidays, and personal leave
• Telephone stipend
• Free ferriage
• Paid training and state licensing

Join the team that keeps SHIPOC running—and build skills that become a career.