Laborer/Painter (Per Diem)

Mercy Haven•Islip Terrace, NY

5h•Onsite

About The Position

Join a Meaningful Profession with Mercy Haven! Discover the difference between a job and a fulfilling career by becoming a vital part of Mercy Haven's mission. We are dedicated to providing homes and services to diverse populations in crisis, including those living with mental illness, homeless families, veterans, domestic violence victims and the elderly. Recognized as a Newsday Top Workplace on Long Island for three years, we invest in our employees' success and offer an excellent benefits package. In the Laborer/Painter (Per Diem) role, you will assist our maintenance team in providing our residents with safe, well-maintained Mercy Haven Residential Housing. Under the supervision of the Facilities Manager, you will assist maintenance mechanics as they perform a wide range of duties including landscaping, building repairs and maintenance, appliance repairs and maintenance, installing carpeting and flooring, and other duties as required. Previous experience painting and spackling preferred.

Requirements

Proven experience in general maintenance, construction, or property management.
High school diploma or equivalent
Proficient with hand and power tools.
Working knowledge of basic plumbing, electrical systems, and carpentry.
Physical ability to lift and move heavy items up to 125-200 pounds safely and perform physically demanding tasks.
Strong attention to detail
Ability to troubleshoot issues
Good time management skills
Comfortable working independently as well as collaboratively with a team.
A valid driver's license
Reliable transportation

Nice To Haves

Previous experience painting and spackling preferred.
Familiarity with maintenance tracking software is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Physical work is required including bending, stretching and lifting.
Painting, spackling and wall repairs as well as assisting and supporting others in the overall maintenance of all Mercy Haven properties.
Monitoring the buildings to ensure that they are maintained in safe, decent, and sanitary conditions
Performing routine maintenance and household repairs, such as painting, minor wall repair, landscaping and power washing, stripping and waxing floors, tiling, and cabinet work, etc.
Conducting building inspections as scheduled by Director of Facilities Management
Preparing apartments and grounds for new tenants
Teaching residents and staff how to maintain appliances and grounds
Working with volunteers and residents, whenever possible
Perform minor and major repair to all buildings and equipment
Perform preventive maintenance
Repair/replace broken windows, doors, door locks
Follow all safety rules and procedures as defined by Director of Facilities
On-call for emergencies and respond to emergency maintenance requests through on-call schedule
Work occasional weekend day(s), throughout the year, as deemed necessary
Assume other duties as required