FT Maintenance Worker (9am-5pm, M-F)

Job Type

Full-time

Description

Mercy Home for Children a nonprofit agency providing comprehensive care to individuals with developmental disabilities, is hiring a Maintenance Worker to work in the residential programs. The successful candidate will be responsible for the following duties:

• Maintain building and grounds in a safe, healthful, workable condition, including sweeping & mopping.

• Regularly inspect facility to determine where repairs, extra cleaning etc. are needed.

• Keep work area and supplies organized, presentable, and secure.

• Repair windows, walls, doors, and locks as needed.

• Replace light fixtures as needed.

• Sweep, wash, vacuum floors daily in kitchen and dining room weekly; stairs, hallways, activity rooms or as needed; Wax floors as needed.

• Empty baskets daily and put out garbage on appropriate days; Maintain garbage pails; Clean up rubbish area as needed; Sweeping and/or shoveling daily, depending upon weather conditions.

• General interior painting.

• Inspect and report on safety and maintenance of agency vehicles.

• Check fire extinguisher/s, emergency lights, and generators regularly.

• Maintain appropriate temperature in building(s).

• Be responsible to handle emergency situations (make require off hours assistance)

• Do emergency snow/ice removal and flood cleanup.

• Assist residents when appropriate in the training of maintenance chores.

• Other tasks, workshops and trainings related to the Agency and maintenance

• Ensure environmental safety for the protection of the residents.

• Other duties as assigned by Residential team.

Requirements

High School Diploma or a GED, training and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position. Valid & Unrestricted N.Y.S. Driver's License. Good verbal communication skills, highly motivated and have a positive attitude. This position is eligible for 1199 Union benefits after 30 days of employment & $100 sign-on bonus.

Salary Description

$16.50 per hour