Maintenance Mechanic

Westhab; City of Yonkers (NY); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

The Westhab Maintenance Mechanic position in Yonkers, NY reports to the Facility Manager and performs routine repairs across plumbing, electrical, HVAC and carpentry for a NYC DHS shelter facility.

Requires a high school diploma or GED and at least two years of repair/mechanical experience; good math skills and English communication are essential. Some evenings/weekends may be required. Westhab is a mission-driven employer focused on housing and supportive services.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of repair/mechanical experience, including carpentry, painting, plumbing and electrical.
• Ability to communicate in English (written and verbal).
• Good math skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Escorts outside contractors, vendors and inspectors and accepts deliveries as needed.
• Performs repairs not requiring a licensed contractor.
• Troubleshoots and repairs light electrical and plumbing work, outlets and fixtures.
• Serves HVAC troubleshooting and servicing including cleaning units and replacing filters.
• Makes repairs to sheetrock, finishes and painting as needed.
• Adjusts windows, doors and locks; installs/repairs room furniture.
• Repairs damages to client rooms, furniture and fixtures.
• Responsible for mechanical work on unit turnovers and completing work orders.
• Reports negative building conditions to Facility Manager.

Skills

Repair experience

English communication

Math skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

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Maintenance Mechanic

A0050 EHAP Facilities Sal Full time Skilled Trades & Ops 8 Bashford St., Yonkers - WST, Yonkers, NY, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 1377

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE: Maintenance Technician

FLSA: Non-exempt

DIVISION: Services-Facilities

REPORTS TO: Facility Manager

LOCATION: Various, NYC

SALARY: $21.00 per hour

SUMMARY:The Maintenance Mechanic, under the direction of the Facility Manager, performs all necessary interior and exterior facility repairs, including plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and carpentry work, of a NYC DHS contract shelter facility. The mechanic keeps the facility in good working order using troubleshooting techniques and performing repairs as needed. This position requires good judgment and understanding of industry standard repairs, code requirements and worker safety. Position may require some evening and weekend hours.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Escorts outside contractors, vendors and inspectors and accepts deliveries as needed.
• Responsible for all repairs not requiring a licensed contractor.
• Troubleshooting and repair (light electrical and plumbing work) of outlets, switches, light fixtures, drain lines, sinks, tubs and toilets. Clears plumbing stoppages.
• Performs HVAC troubleshooting and servicing including cleaning units and replacing filters.
• Makes repairs to damaged sheetrock, including finish work/painting.
• Makes adjustments/minor repairs to windows, doors and locks.
• Assembles/repairs/ installs room furniture.
• Repairs any damage to client rooms, furniture and fixtures.
• Responsible for all mechanical work on unit turnovers.
• Completes work orders for occupied client rooms.
• Reports all negative building conditions to the Facility Manager.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:High School Diploma or GED with ability to communicate (written and verbal) in English is required. Minimum of two years of repair/mechanical experience is required, including carpentry, painting, plumbing and electrical. Must have good math skills, Trade/Technical school training is a plus. Knowledge of local NYC laws regarding building maintenance is preferred but willingness to learn is essential. Must be able to lift, push or pull 50 lbs.

AGENCY PROFILE & EMPLOYEE EXPECTATIONS:

Westhab is the premier organization of our kind in our region, providing housing and supportive services for more than 10,000 of the most vulnerable members of our community each year. We are staffed by an extraordinary group of hard-working professionals that are fully committed to our mission - Building Communities. Changing Lives. Working at Westhab is not easy. Our expectations for all staff are high. We believe that the people and the communities that we have the privilege to serve deserve our very best every day. We are a results-driven organization that focuses on empowerment and impact. (EOE)

OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH ADMINISTRATION (OSHA):

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) ensures safe and healthful working conditions to workers by setting and enforcing standards and by providing training, outreach, education and assistance. Westhab complies with all applicable OSHA standards, rules and regulations in addition to keeping our workplaces free of serious recognized hazards.