Maintenance Worker

S:US; New York (NY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

S:US is seeking a dedicated maintenance and cleaning supervisor to ensure high standards of cleanliness across assigned buildings in a supportive housing setting. You will perform floor care, bathrooms cleaning, trash removal, and assist with apartment turnover when needed.

The role involves minor repairs, snow/ice removal, inventory of supplies, and coordination with staff for events and emergencies. A High School Diploma or GED and at least one year of maintenance experience are preferred;

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• At least one year of maintenance & cleaning experience in a large residential or program setting.
• Must possess good interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness in assigned areas, including floors, bathrooms, and common spaces.
• Carry out minor repairs and building maintenance as needed.
• Remove snow and ice and maintain exterior grounds.
• Assist staff with events by arranging chairs and tables and ensuring safety.
• Maintain and inventory maintenance tools and supplies.
• Order cleaning supplies and related items if no superintendent is present.
• Assist with moving and storing program supplies and furniture.
• Comply with SUS policies and safety procedures.
• Willing to assist during emergencies; wear the maintenance uniform.
• Attend staff meetings and trainings as needed.
• Assist with apartment turnover to prepare units for new residents.
• Support building maintenance with the supervisor.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Minimum: USD $17.00/Hr.

Maximum: USD $19.76/Hr.

Position Overview

• SCOPE OF ROLE:
• Provide quality cleanliness oversight to assigned building(s).

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain cleanliness in assigned areas within the facility. This includes but is not limited to floor care (mopping, sweeping, buffing, stripping and waxing), cleaning bathrooms, emptying trash, separating recyclables, emptying garbage, wiping windows and walls, and cleaning stairways.
• Carry out minor repairs and building maintenance throughout assigned areas of the facility.
• Responsible for exterior snow and ice removal as well as upkeep of the grounds. This includes but is not limited to sidewalk maintenance, maintaining landscaping, and all other aspects of the building exterior.
• Assist staff with special events by setting the chairs and tables up for use and making sure the area is clean and safe for all.
• Maintain building maintenance tools and machinery to ensure that all items are in good working condition.
• If the program does not have a superintendent, responsible for ordering cleaning supplies, paper supplies, lightbulbs, garbage bags, etc. and maintaining biweekly inventory.
• Assist in moving and storing program supplies, office furniture, office equipment, dorm furniture, consumer belongings, and other items in and around the facility when and where appropriate.
• Comply with all SUS Employee Policies, Procedures and Protocols SUS Cooperate Compliance Policies.
• Willing to assist when emergencies arise in the facility.
• Must wear SUS maintenance uniform and must maintain uniform so that it is clean and presentable at the start of each shift.
• Complete other tasks assigned by Director or Superintendent.
• Attend staff meetings, group supervision, and trainings as needed.
• Assist with apartment turnover following move outs to prepare apartments for new families, including plastering, sanding walls and painting; transporting residents and property to new apartment/unit.
• Assist Super with the maintenance of the building.

Qualifications

• REQUIREMENTS:

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• At least one year of maintenance & cleaning experience in a large residential or Program setting.
• Must possess good interpersonal skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS

• Bilingual English/Spanish speaking preferred.
• Beneficial for candidate to have experience working within a Supportive Housing setting.

Company Overview

S:US IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Join a team of employees who cares about the wellbeing of others. We’re proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing and development. From health and wellness resources to generous PTO, professional development, and more, explore all that we offer on our Benefits Page and see how S:US invests in you.

We believe in fostering a culture built on our core values: respect, integrity, support, maximizing individual potential and continuous quality improvement.

S:US is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. S:US is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities, including allowance of the use of services animals. To request reasonable accommodation or if you believe such a request was improperly handled or denied, contactthe Leave Team at [e-mail].

ID

2026-19100

Work Location

In Person