Maintenance Assistant

Forestdale, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NYC child welfare agency is seeking a Maintenance Assistant to ensure the upkeep of its facilities. This role includes janitorial tasks, basic repairs, and outdoor maintenance duties. Suitable candidates will have 3-5 years of experience in building maintenance and a strong work ethic, with flexible scheduling available.

Benefits

Four weeks’ vacation

Medical/dental/vision/life/disability insurance

401(k) with employer contribution

Flexible Schedule

Opportunities for educational scholarships

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years in Building Maintenance field required.
• Ability to accommodate a flexible work schedule including evenings and weekends.
• Self-motivated and organized individuals preferred.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for general maintenance and repair of buildings, facilities, equipment, and grounds.
• Perform janitorial duties including cleaning and maintaining offices and common areas.
• Conduct basic carpentry, electrical, and plumbing repairs as needed.

Skills

Self-motivated

Organized

Flexible work schedule

Attention to detail

Job description

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Base pay range

$19.00/hr - $23.00/hr

BACKGROUND

Forestdale is a NYC child welfare agency working to prevent child abuse/neglect through parenting, prevention, and foster care services, focusing on low-income and immigrant communities in NYC. Forestdale operates out of three offices to better serve the families of Brooklyn and Queens. We help thousands of families work through complex trauma, parents raise the next amazing generation of children, and youth successfully launch into adulthood. Forestdale’s mission is “to ensure that children and families have the fundamental assets they need to thrive and live independently.”

Job Summary

The Maintenance Assistant is responsible for responsible for the general maintenance and repair of buildings, facilities, equipment and grounds.

Essential Functions

• Janitorial Duties - Dusting, stripping, scrubbing, sealing and buffing floors; cleaning carpets as needed; sweeping, mopping dusting and vacuuming offices, hallways and entrances; polishing furniture, fixtures and/or trimmings; using appropriate solutions to clean/ wash fixtures and restrooms; gathering and disposing of trash; washing and relining waste containers; noting and reporting items needing repair and hazardous conditions requiring correction; responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Agency; working in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices; other duties as assigned or required
• Landscaping and Snow Removal - Spring fall and winter cleaning, operating lawn and snow equipment, General Maintenance of property
• Carpentry - Performing basic and finished carpentry work, repairing structures such as partitions, walls, doors, fences, window frames, office furniture, and shelves
• Electrical - Performing basic electrical installation and repair work in wiring for switches, outlets, plugs, cables, power circuits and appliances; repairing lighting systems; inspecting electrical systems for unsafe conditions.
• Plumbing/Painting - Identifying and performing basic repairs of plumbing leaks or breaks; opening clogged lines and drains; replacing washers and other minor parts; maintaining and monitoring septic system; applying and preparing various surfaces for paint, enamel, lacquer, varnish, or stain; repairing wall coverings.
  
  

Minimum Requirements

• 3 to 5 years in Building Maintenance field
• Self-motivated and organized
• Ability to accommodate a flexible work schedule, including evenings and weekends if needed due to inclement weather
• Available to work Monday through Friday from 3:00 PM to 12:00 AM.
  
  

Salary: $19.00 - $23.00 an hour

Benefits - Join the Forestdale Team and Enjoy Excellent Benefits:

Four weeks’ vacation

Medical/dental/vision/life/disability insurance

401(k), 7% employer contribution + 2% match

Tax-deferred health care/dependent care/commuter plans

Flexible Schedule

Opportunities for educational scholarships

Forestdale Inc. is an equal opportunity employer that is proudly committed to becoming an anti-racist and multicultural organization that stands up for justice and equity. We welcome prospective employees from diverse backgrounds, for administrative support and direct service and leadership roles, who will join us on that journey, uphold our values and approach, and believe in our mission. Additionally, we aim to have a racially representative leadership and workforce that is reflective of the communities we work in partnership with.

Forestdale Inc. is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, participants, volunteers, subcontractors, and vendors. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of our activities or operations. These activities include, but are not limited to, hiring and termination of staff, selection of volunteers and vendors, and provision of services.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Individual and Family Services

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