Maintenance Worker

Metropolitan Council on Jewish Poverty; New York (NY); On-site; USD 33,062 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pre-tax commuter benefits

403(b) plan

Pro-rated vacation and sick leave

Job summary

A leading charitable organization seeks a Maintenance Worker responsible for maintaining the Brooklyn Hub to high standards. Tasks include creating cleaning schedules, managing preventive maintenance, and coordinating with contractors. Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, at least 1 year of relevant experience, and effective communication skills. This role offers competitive compensation at $24–$25 per hour and benefits including commuter support and pro-rated leave.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of relevant work experience.
• Ability to read and follow instructions.

Responsibilities

• Oversee general cleaning of common and office areas.
• Create and implement a preventive maintenance plan.
• Work closely with program staff to meet maintenance needs.
• Maintain HVAC and mechanical systems.
• Coordinate work by outside contractors.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Technical and repair skills

Ability to communicate effectively

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Job description

Met Council is America’s largest Jewish charity dedicated to serving the needy. We fight poverty through comprehensive social services and by treating each client with compassion, integrity, and respect. Our programs are staffed by experts who help over 325,000 clients each year and advocate on behalf of all needy New Yorkers. Our services include 100% affordable housing at 21 locations, family violence program, Holocaust survivor assistance, geriatric social work, crisis intervention, public benefits access, and the largest free kosher food distribution program in the world. Our network of 120 food pantries, affordable housing sites, and JCCs provide services directly in neighborhoods across New York City.

Position Summary:

The Maintenance Worker is responsible for all maintenance and housekeeping functions for the Brooklyn Hub, ensuring that the building and grounds are consistently maintained to the highest standard.

The Maintenance Worker is required to be organized, hardworking, conscientious, and personable and must always be a positive representative of Met Council to the community. The Maintenance Worker will be required to occasionally work evenings or on the weekend.

• Oversee general cleaning of common and office areas in the building and building perimeter.
• Create daily, weekly, monthly, seasonal, and annual schedule plans and checklists for cleaning, service, and repair.
• Create and implement a preventive maintenance plan for the entire facility.
• Work in a hands‑on capacity to repair and maintain the facility.
• Work closely with all program staff to ensure their department’s maintenance needs are being met.
• Maintain alarm, HVAC, and all mechanical systems.
• Assist in ensuring that all safety & security procedures and measures are followed.
• Facilitate all room/classroom/program set‑ups.
• Maintain inventory and order all supplies necessary for appropriate maintenance of the facility.
• Coordinate all work performed by outside contractors and their access to the site.
• Maintain a Fire Certificate in compliance with building code.
• Receive any training necessary for the operation of the building.
• Report any building issues as they arise.
• Reach out and coordinate with outside professional service vendors, as needed.
• Ensure proper removal of trash and recyclables on DSNY assigned days in compliance with city rules and regulations.
• Participate in staff meetings and staff training sessions.
• Assist in classroom organization and pantry stocking as needed.
• Provide center coverage when assigned.
• Additional responsibilities as required.
• Build Relationships: Establish and maintain positive working relationships with others both internally and externally to achieve the goals of the organization.
• Communicate Effectively: Speak, listen, and write in a clear, thorough, and timely manner using appropriate and effective communication tools and techniques.
• Focus on Client Needs: Anticipate, understand, and respond to the needs of internal and external clients to meet or exceed their expectations within the organizational parameters.
• Foster Teamwork: Work cooperatively and effectively with others to set goals, resolve problems, and make decisions that enhance organizational effectiveness.
• Organization: Set priorities, develop a work schedule, monitor progress towards goals, and track details/data/information/activities. Must be detail oriented and well organized with the ability to follow up on all facility related issues.
• Professionalism: Demonstrate professionalism, emotional maturity, and maintain a positive attitude in all interactions with staff members and clients. Ability to handle a wide variety of activities and confidential matters with discretion.
• Adaptability and Time Management: Adapt to changing priorities, thrive in a fast‑paced environment, and perform well under pressure.
• Work Independently: Ability to work independently on projects, from conception to completion. Ability to exercise good judgment in a variety of situations.
• Technical and Repair Skills: Proficiently operate computer software, including Microsoft Outlook and Word, and comfortably perform repairs and manage vendor and contractor interactions.

Skill and Education:

• High School Diploma or equivalent (required).
• 1+ years of relevant work experience.
• Ability to read and follow instructions.

Physical Demands:

• Required Constantly: Walking, standing, climbing stairs, lifting of materials and tools (5-50 pounds).
• Required Frequently: Climbing ladders, operating machinery.
• Required Occasionally: Shoveling of snow, reaching above the shoulder, pushing, and pulling.

Compensation:

$24 - $25 per hour.

Benefits:

Pre-tax commuter benefits; 403(b); plus pro‑rated vacation, sick leave and holidays.