Building Maintenance Worker

New Community Corporation; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

New Community Corporation in Newark, New Jersey is seeking a Building Maintenance Worker to handle repair, cleaning, painting, plumbing, carpentry and electrical tasks at the assigned property. The role involves upkeep of interiors and exteriors and assisting with turnover for new residents.

Qualified candidates have 3–5 years in maintenance, strong tool proficiency and a valid US work status with a valid driver's license. The position requires reliability and readiness for on-call coverage.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in maintenance or related field.
• Proficiency with electrical and hand tools for repairs and upkeep.
• Must be legally permitted to work in the United States and able to drive.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily maintenance services at assigned property.
• Complete basic plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and related repairs.
• Paint, tile, flooring and miscellaneous fixes as needed.
• Prepare apartments for new residents and turnover tasks.
• Operate and maintain a variety of mechanical tools and equipment.
• Provide on-call and after-hours coverage for emergencies.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Electrical tools

Hand tools

Job description

New Community Corporation in Newark, New Jersey is one of the largest and most comprehensive community development agencies in the country; New Community’s success rests on its comprehensive approach to community development. It is active in housing, health care, education, job training, childcare and economic development

The Building Maintenance Worker will perform a variety of maintenance duties relating to repair, cleaning, painting, plumbing, carpentry, and electrical at their assigned property location. The Building Maintenance Worker will also provide general duties related to cleanliness and appearance of interior and exterior area of assigned property.

SECTION 1 Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs daily maintenance services throughout assigned property.
• Performs a variety of preventative maintenance routines.
• Perform basic plumbing, simple electrical, carpentry, tiling, flooring and miscellaneous repairs.
• Complete work-orders as assigned by Superintendent, Property Manager(s) and/or designated supervisor.
• Complete daily work orders and other assigned tasks. Turn in completed paperwork at the end of each shift worked.
• Responsible for tasks, such as fixing leaky pipes, painting rooms, patching drywall and fitting locks.
• Perform repairs as necessary.
• Perform duties relating to apartment turnover for new residents; replacing cabinets, flooring, painting, toilets, cleaning, sinks, faucets and related repairs.
• Perform tasks related to preparing apartments for new residents, including cleaning and repairing.
• Prepare and turnover of residential apartments for incoming residents areas. Tasks will include tasks such as cleaning, painting and preparing.
• Operate, maintain and repair a variety of mechanical tools and equipment.
• Repair and maintain electrical lighting and fixtures.
• Ensuring building and grounds are cleaned and maintained.
• Address pest control issues as needed.
• Room set up and break down for special projects and special events.
• Provide on-call and after hours coverage in case of emergencies. Such as snow and ice removal, salting.
• Follow all safety guidelines, including procedure for reporting work relates accidents.
• Demonstrates respect, cooperation, consideration and tact in dealing with peers, supervisors and others.
• Demonstrate professionalism consistent with mission, vision and values of New Community Corporation with all residents, clients, families, fellow employees and external contacts.
• Perform any additional duties as deemed necessary.
• As a member of the Environmental Services Department as need of the corporation, you may be assigned to other locations within the NCC network of properties to perform maintenance related duties both indoors and/or outdoors.

Experience and Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 3-5 years of experience in maintenance related field.
• Proficiency in use of electrical and hand tools
• Must be legally permitted to work in the United States and successfully pass any and all requisite
• Valid Motor Vehicle License with an acceptable driving record in accordance with the insurance carrier

Only US Citizens or aliens who have a legal right to work in the U.S. are eligible for employment.

IMPORTANT: APPLICANTS PLEASE READ

Qualified applicants are considered for employment, and employees are treated during employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status or sexual orientation.

Solely to help us comply with federal and state Equal Opportunity record keeping, reporting, and other legal requirements, we request that you complete this data information questionnaire.

Refusal to complete this information will not subject any applicant or employee to adverse treatment.

The information that you provide will be recorded and maintained in a confidential file, separate from all other records.

This information will not be used in consideration for your employment.

Veteran

This employer is a Government contractor subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Re‑adjustment Assistance Act of 1974, as amended by the Jobs for Veterans Act of 2002,38 U.S.C. 4212 (VEVRAA), which requires Government contractors to take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment:

• Disabled veterans;
• Recently separated veterans;
• Active duty wartime or campaign badge veterans;
• Armed Forces service medal veterans.

Protected veterans may have additional rights under USERRA - the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act. In particular, if you were absent from employment in order to perform service in the uniformed service, you may be entitled to be reemployed by your employer in the position you would have obtained with reasonable certainty if not for the absence due to service. For more information, call the U.S. Department of Labor's Veterans Employment and Training Service (VETS), toll- free, at 1-866-4-USA-DOL.