Maintenance Worker

Women In Need, Inc. (Win); New York (NY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Women In Need, Inc. (Win) in New York is seeking a dependable, hands-on Maintenance Worker to support upkeep, safety, and appearance of our shelter facilities.

You will perform routine maintenance, repairs, inspections, and cleaning to ensure a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for residents, staff, and visitors. This role requires the ability to lift up to 50 pounds, perform basic plumbing/electrical tasks, and work both indoors and outdoors in varying weather.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform routine maintenance, repairs, and inspections.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Comfort working in a shelter environment and outdoors in varying weather.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance, repairs, and inspections throughout the facility and grounds.
• Maintain clean, safe, and welcoming spaces, including snow and ice removal.
• Repair furniture, appliances, equipment, doors, locks, and other building components.
• Complete minor plumbing, electrical, painting, and sheetrock repairs.
• Conduct unit inspections and preventive maintenance.
• Inspect and replace smoke/CO detectors as needed.
• Assist with seasonal HVAC maintenance.
• Maintain records of maintenance activities.

Skills

Physical ability

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Our Families Matter..

Help Create a Safe, Clean, and Welcoming Space!

$17.82/Hour

THE ROLE

Win is seeking a dependable problem solver and hands-on Maintenance Worker to support the upkeep, safety, and appearance of our shelter facilities. This role is responsible for performing routine maintenance, repairs, inspections, and cleaning activities to ensure a safe, clean, and comfortable environment for residents, staff, and visitors.

Our Families Matter..

Help Create a Safe, Clean, and Welcoming Space!

$17.82/Hour

THE ROLE

Win is seeking a dependable problem solver and hands-on Maintenance Worker to support the upkeep, safety, and appearance of our shelter facilities. This role is responsible for performing routine maintenance, repairs, inspections, and cleaning activities to ensure a safe, clean, and comfortable environment for residents, staff, and visitors.

What You Will Do

• Perform routine maintenance, repairs, and inspections throughout the facility and grounds.


• Maintain clean, safe, and welcoming indoor and outdoor spaces, including snow and ice removal.


• Repair furniture, appliances, equipment, doors, locks, and other building components.


• Complete minor plumbing, electrical, painting, and sheetrock repairs.


• Conduct unit inspections and perform preventative maintenance activities.


• Inspect, maintain, and replace smoke and carbon monoxide detectors as needed.


• Assist with seasonal maintenance of heating and air conditioning units.


• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities and complete additional duties as assigned.

Who You Will Be

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.


• Experience performing building maintenance, repairs, custodial services, or related work preferred.


• Ability to perform basic plumbing, electrical, painting, and carpentry repairs.


• Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.


• Ability to regularly lift and carry up to 50 pounds.


• Ability to ascend and descend multiple flights of stairs throughout the workday.


• Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, climb, and perform physically demanding tasks.


• Ability to work safely with cleaning products, maintenance materials, and other hazardous substances while using proper protective equipment.


• Ability to work both indoors and outdoors in varied weather conditions.