Building Mechanic

Options for Community Living, Inc.; Town of Islip (NY); On-site; USD 54,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Options for Community Living, Inc. seeks a Building Mechanic to handle general maintenance and repairs in residences across Long Island. This full-time position offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive work environment dedicated to improving the lives of vulnerable community members.

Benefits

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Generous PTO including wellness days and vacation days

403(b) retirement plan with employer match

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition Assistance

Paid training & on-the-job training

Promotional opportunities

Mileage reimbursement

Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Qualifications

• Experience in plumbing, electrical repair, and general maintenance.
• Able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Friendly demeanor with strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform general maintenance and minor repairs at residences.
• Conduct routine preventive maintenance to ensure efficiency.
• Respond to work orders for repairs on a daily/weekly basis.

Skills

General maintenance

Minor electrical repair

Minor plumbing

Carpentry skills

Organizational skills

Time management skills

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Own tools required

Truck or work van

Tablet for communication

Job description

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Options for Community Living, Inc. is committed to helping Long Island’s most vulnerable families and individuals live healthier, more stable, and productive lives. In 1982, Options was established to respond to the need for housing in the community for people with serious mental illness. Today, Options serves over 2,000 adults and children annually and manages more than 160 residential properties across Long Island.

• $500 Sign-on Bonus!*
  
  

Requirements

Options for Community Living, Inc. is looking for a Building Mechanic to join our team! An ideal candidate should meet the following requirements:

• High School Diploma
• Experience in various types of general maintenance work including minor electrical repair, minor plumbing, painting, and general maintenance duties and skills in crafts, such as plumbing, or carpentry.
• Must have access to tools. Will be required to use own tools for work.
• Must have access to a truck or work van. Valid driver’s license, safe driving record, valid auto insurance and access to a vehicle is required.
• Must be able to lift, carry and move up to 50 pounds. Must be able to kneel and stand for prolonged periods of time.
• Must have a friendly demeanor and have strong organizational and time management skills.
• Familiarity using a tablet, such as an iPad, to communicate by email and keep track of work is preferred.
• Bilingual preferred (English/Spanish speaking).
  
  

Our Benefits Include

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Generous PTO: 5 Wellness Days, 10-22 Vacation Days, 8 Sick Days, 11 Paid Holidays - yearly
• 403(b) retirement plan with an employer match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Assistance
• Wellness Initiatives
• Paid Training & On-the-Job Training
• Promotional Opportunities
• Mileage reimbursement
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
  
  

Salary Range: $54,600/yr. ($30.00/hr.) - $63,700/yr. ($35.00/hr.)

The above salary range represents Options for Community Living’s good faith and reasonable estimate of potential compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job posting and may be modified in the future. When determining a salary offer, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., years of relevant experience, education level, language skillset, credentials, professional licensure, budget, and internal equity).

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM (35 hours/week)

Location: In person with site visits in Nassau & Suffolk Counties

Pay Type: Non-exempt

Responsibilities

The Building Mechanic will perform general maintenance functions and minor repairs at the residences in a professional manner. Perform routine preventive maintenance to ensure that the buildings operate efficiently, and that the physical condition of buildings does not deteriorate.

• Ensure health, safety, and energy efficiency at residences on a regular basis.
• Perform general maintenance mechanic work such as carpentry, wall repair, and minor plumbing repairs.
• Respond appropriately to work orders for minor repairs on a daily/weekly basis.
• Perform general maintenance of the residences such as caulking tubs, bush/hedge trimming, replacing blinds, and power-washing exterior of homes.
• Prepare and make repairs to the residence as needed before new tenants move in.
• Paint interior as needed.
• Repair broken windows. Install doors as needed.
• Install smoke/carbon detectors, locks, and bathroom rails as needed. Master locks as needed.
• Maintain inventory and order supplies on a monthly basis or as needed.
• Perform general maintenance mechanic tasks as part of a working team to rehabilitate houses with multiple repair needs on an occasional basis.
• May instruct clients on certain maintenance procedures or oversee clients who routinely assist with grounds keeping and other maintenance chores.
• Pick up supplies from retail stores and transport material from site to site as needed.
• Complete basic administrative tasks including, but not limited to, work orders, receipts, mileage forms, safety inspection reports, etc.
  
  

Salary Range

$54,600—$63,700 USD

Incredible people doing meaningful work. People come to work at Options to help improve the overall quality of life for individuals within the community. Our welcoming workforce is dedicated to helping the most vulnerable Long Islanders reach their fullest potential.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Mental Health Care

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