Laborer/Painter (Per Diem)

Mercy Haven, Inc.; North Great River (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Mercy Haven, Inc. is seeking a Laborer/Painter (Per Diem) to support the maintenance team at our Islip Terrace, NY campus.

Under the Facilities Manager, you will perform painting, basic repairs, landscaping, and other duties to keep our housing safe and well-maintained. The role requires physical work and experience in maintenance or construction, a high school diploma, proficiency with tools, and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Proven experience in general maintenance, construction, or property management.
• Proficiency with hand and power tools.
• Ability to lift and move heavy items up to 125-200 pounds.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Maintain safety, decency, and sanitation across Mercy Haven properties.
• Perform painting, wall repairs, landscaping, and routine upkeep.
• Assist with inspections and prep apartments for new tenants.
• Support residents, volunteers, and staff; perform preventive maintenance.
• Repair/replace broken windows, doors, and locks; on-call for emergencies.

Skills

General maintenance

Carpentry basics

Painting

Hand & power tools

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Power tools

Hand tools

Maintenance tracking software (preferred)

Job description

Join a Meaningful Profession with Mercy Haven!

Discover the difference between a job and a fulfilling career by becoming a vital part of Mercy Haven's mission. We are dedicated to providing homes and services to diverse populations in crisis, including those living with mental illness, homeless families, veterans, domestic violence victims and the elderly. Recognized as a Newsday Top Workplace on Long Island for three years, we invest in our employees' success and offer an excellent benefits package.

In the Laborer/Painter (Per Diem) role, you will assist our maintenance team in providing our residents with safe, well-maintained Mercy Haven Residential Housing. Under the supervision of the Facilities Manager, you will assist maintenance mechanics as they perform a wide range of duties including landscaping, building repairs and maintenance, appliance repairs and maintenance, installing carpeting and flooring, and other duties as required. Previous experience painting and spackling preferred.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Physical work is required including bending, stretching and lifting. Painting, spackling and wall repairs as well as assisting and supporting others in the overall maintenance of all Mercy Haven properties:

• Monitoring the buildings to ensure that they are maintained in safe, decent, and sanitary conditions
• Performing routine maintenance and household repairs, such as painting, minor wall repair, landscaping and power washing, stripping and waxing floors, tiling, and cabinet work, etc.
• Conducting building inspections as scheduled by Director of Facilities Management
• Preparing apartments and grounds for new tenants
• Teaching residents and staff how to maintain appliances and grounds
• Working with volunteers and residents, whenever possible
• Perform minor and major repair to all buildings and equipment
• Perform preventive maintenance
• Repair/replace broken windows, doors, door locks
• Follow all safety rules and procedures as defined by Director of Facilities
• On-call for emergencies and respond to emergency maintenance requests through on-call schedule
• Work occasional weekend day(s), throughout the year, as deemed necessary
• Assume other duties as required

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

To be successful in this role, you should have proven experience in general maintenance, construction, or property management. You must have a high school diploma or equivalent and must be proficient with hand and power tools. You'll have working knowledge of basic plumbing, electrical systems, and carpentry. The position requires the physical ability to lift and move heavy items up to 125-200 pounds safely and perform physically demanding tasks.

Strong attention to detail, the ability to troubleshoot issues, and good time management skills are essential. You should be comfortable working independently as well as collaboratively with a team. Familiarity with maintenance tracking software is preferred but not required. A valid driver's license and reliable transportation are necessary, as travel between properties is a routine part of the job.

POSITION RELATIONSHIPS

Reports to: Facilities Manager

Supervises: None

SCHEDULE:

Per Diem

PAY RANGE:

$18.00 - $20.00 an hour, based on experience

LOCATION:

Main Office in Islip Terrace, NY

Learn more at mercyhaven.org!

MERCY HAVEN IS COMMITTED TO A POLICY OF EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY AND WILL NOT DISCRIMINATE AGAINST AN APPLICANT OR EMPLOYEE ON THE BASIS OF RACE, RELIGION, GENETIC PREDISPOSITION, CREED, COLOR, NATIONAL ORIGIN, ANCESTRY, SEX, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, AGE, MARITAL STATUS, VETERAN STATUS, DOMESTIC VIOLENCE VICTIM STATUS, DISABILITY OR ANY OTHER PROTECTED CATEGORY UNDER APPLICABLE LAW