Maintenance Worker

Services For The Underserved, Inc.•New York, NY

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Worker provides cleanliness oversight for assigned buildings and maintains interior and exterior areas. Duties include routine cleaning, minor repairs, building maintenance, grounds upkeep, snow and ice removal, and maintaining tools and machinery. The role also supports special events, helps move and store furniture and supplies, and may order and inventory supplies when the program has no superintendent. The Maintenance Worker assists with apartment turnovers after move-outs, including plastering, sanding, painting, and transporting residents and belongings to another apartment or unit. The position requires wearing a clean, presentable SUS maintenance uniform and complying with SUS policies and procedures. The worker may also be asked to assist during facility emergencies, attend meetings and training, and complete other tasks assigned by the Director or Superintendent.

Requirements

At least one year of maintenance and cleaning experience in a large residential or program setting.
Good interpersonal skills.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED.
Bilingual English/Spanish speaking ability.
Experience working within a supportive housing setting.

Responsibilities

Maintain cleanliness in assigned facility areas, including floors, bathrooms, windows, walls, stairways, and waste and recycling.
Perform minor repairs and building maintenance in assigned areas.
Remove exterior snow and ice and maintain sidewalks, landscaping, and other grounds and exterior areas.
Set up chairs and tables for special events and ensure event areas are clean and safe.
Maintain building maintenance tools and machinery in good working condition.
When the program has no superintendent, order cleaning and paper supplies, lightbulbs, garbage bags, and other supplies, and maintain a biweekly inventory.
Move and store program supplies, office and dorm furniture, office equipment, residents’ belongings, and other items as appropriate.
Comply with SUS employee policies, procedures, and protocols, including SUS Cooperate Compliance Policies.
Assist when facility emergencies arise.
Wear the SUS maintenance uniform and keep it clean and presentable at the start of each shift.
Complete other tasks assigned by the Director or Superintendent.
Attend staff meetings, group supervision, and trainings as needed.
Assist with apartment turnovers after move-outs by plastering, sanding, and painting walls and transporting residents and their property to a new apartment or unit.