Maintenance Worker - Wanda Patterson Womens' Residence

Bowery Residents Committee • Queens, NY

82d

About The Position

The position involves maintaining the cleanliness of both the interior and exterior of the facility, making necessary repairs that require skills in carpentry, painting, plumbing, and electrical work. The role also includes receiving and storing deliveries of maintenance and office supplies, lifting boxes, and moving furniture as needed. The employee will be on call for emergencies, which may require working early or late hours. Additionally, the employee will be a member of the fire safety team and participate in fire drills and related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Three years of experience in building maintenance and/or building trades.
• Work experience in one or more standard trades such as carpentry, plumbing, electrical, or a combination of training from an accredited trade school and experience.
• Ability to read and follow instructions.
• Work efficiently as part of a team and/or independently.
• Must be able to frequently lift/carry objects weighing up to 70 lbs.
• Must be able to walk, stoop, bend, crouch, sit, kneel, climb, and crawl.
• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Ability to communicate in English.
• Fire Safety Director Certificate is preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Vaccination preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness of interior and exterior of facility.
• Make repairs requiring skills such as carpentry, painting, plumbing, and electrical.
• Receive and store deliveries of maintenance/office supplies.
• Lift boxes and move furniture as needed.
• Be on call for emergencies, which may require early and/or late hours.
• Be a member of the fire safety team.
• Participate in fire drills and related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health insurance and paid sick time benefits immediately upon starting work.
• Competitive health and dental plans, with coverage available for spouse, domestic partner, and dependents.
• A minimum of 3 weeks paid vacation, 12 paid holidays, and additional paid sick and personal time.
• A 403(b) pension plan with a matching benefit paid by BRC.
• Tuition assistance and many training opportunities for career development.
• Flexible spending accounts (FSAs) available for healthcare, transit, and childcare.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees