Laborer

Island Palm Communities•Short Hills, NJ

10d•$0 - $19

About The Position

Laborers perform maintenance and cleaning functions throughout the community, including resident homes, community centers, office space, grounds, parks, and parking lots. This is generally an entry-level role involving cleaning, groundskeeping, delivery, setup and cleanup, and other non-trade-specific property work. Laborers support maintenance teams, deliver and retrieve materials and equipment, and help with a range of property maintenance tasks. Work may include cleaning, painting, decorating, lawn maintenance, debris removal, plumbing and electrical work, smoke detector maintenance, light repair or replacement, roof and heating/air system maintenance, and appliance repairs. The position also involves responding to service calls, completing COM work, documenting work orders and paperwork, maintaining vehicle inventory, and keeping the supervisor informed of work and issues.

Requirements

A current vehicle license in good standing and compliance with the Company's Safe Vehicular Operations Policy driving-record standards.
Ability to understand, read, write, and speak English to follow basic instructions, take direction, answer routine questions, and communicate effectively with clients, visitors, and organization staff.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED.
Entry-level knowledge of basic maintenance.

Responsibilities

Deliver tools, equipment, parts, and materials throughout the property as needed.
Assist with setup and teardown for community events and other projects.
Remove debris and perform pressure washing of occupied and vacant homes.
Load and unload trucks and other conveyances; move, stack, and store supplies and materials; collect refuse and salvageable materials.
Transport equipment, furnishings, and appliances to job sites.
Dig, fill, and tamp excavations; level ground; shovel concrete; clean culverts and ditches; cut trees and brush; and operate power tools and lawn mowers.
Remove floor tile, sheet vinyl, ceramic floor tile, plywood, and damaged drywall; clean or prepare areas for maintenance or COM work.
Complete required paperwork accurately and on time.
Update work order status, including time, materials, and notes, using provided mobile devices.
Maintain vehicles and vehicle inventory as prescribed.
Work cooperatively and professionally with consumers, staff, subcontractors, monitors, and the public; communicate with customers diplomatically and positively.
Respond to service calls and perform COM work and other property maintenance, including cleaning, painting, decorating, lawn maintenance, debris removal, plumbing, electrical work, smoke detector maintenance, light repairs, roof repairs, heating and air system maintenance, and appliance repairs.
Transport, install, and connect stoves, refrigerators, dishwashers, and other electrical and gas appliances.
Repair and fabricate window and door screens and frames.
Use power blowers or brooms to clear leaves and debris from rooftops, sidewalks, and driveways, and ensure worksites are cleaned up.
Keep the supervisor informed of activities, results, and identified or potential problems, and recommend corrective actions.

Benefits

Generous time-off policies, including 11 paid holidays, accrued time off that increases with years of service, paid sick time, an annual day of service, and a floating holiday.
401(k) plan with company match.
Medical, dental, and vision plan options for employees and their families.
Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account.
Long-term disability, basic term life and AD&D, and optional supplemental life insurance.
Tuition reimbursement and continuous training and development opportunities.
Wellness program, including group challenges, seminars, and gym membership reimbursement.
Employee Assistance Program.
Employee Discount Programs.
Employee Relief Program for employees experiencing unexpected financial hardship.