Maintenance Worker III

Voa Gny; New York (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Prescription Coverage

Life Insurance

Retirement Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Paid Birthday Holiday

Job summary

VOA-Greater New York is seeking a Maintenance Worker III to oversee maintenance of the facility in a residential shelter environment. You will recruit and supervise staff, implement preventative maintenance plans, and manage work orders and budgets.

The role requires availability for emergencies and a willingness to work both indoors and outdoors in a dynamic shelter setting, with a focus on safety and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent with 3 years of maintenance experience; supervisory experience preferred.
• Basic computer skills required for reporting and record-keeping.
• Experience in a residential shelter environment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, train and supervise maintenance staff.
• Prepare and carry out a preventative maintenance plan including fire safety and other systems requirements.
• Track property maintenance, work orders, inventory, and purchases in computerized systems.
• Respond to emergency calls outside regular work hours.
• Assist in capital budget preparation.
• Ensure regulatory inspections are performed and filed on time.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma

3 years related maintenance experience

Supervisory experience

Tools

Computerized maintenance system

Job description

Posted Monday, August 3, 2026 at 4:00 AM

Volunteers of America–Greater New York (VOA–Greater New York) is a leading anti-poverty organization serving neighbors in need across New York City, Northern New Jersey, and Westchester. Through 70+ programs, we support over 35,000 adults and children each year, including individuals experiencing homelessness, survivors of domestic violence, youth aging out of foster care, veterans, seniors, and children with developmental delays.

Our staff are at the heart of this work, creating meaningful change every day. If you’re passionate about making a difference and joining a mission-driven team, we invite you to explore this opportunity.

We are currently seeking qualified candidates for the following position

Position: Maintenance III

The Maintenance Worker III is responsible for the overall maintenance of the facility. This role must be available for emergencies. The employee will primarily work in a residential housing shelter environment. Responsibilities will take place both indoors and outdoors, depending on the needs of the shelter and its residents. The environment may be fast-paced and require adaptability to changing situations.

Location: Bronx, NY 10456

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma and three years related experience in building maintenance with one year of supervisory experience; or satisfactory combination of related experience and specialized education or training.


• Basic computer skills.

REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS:

• S-12: City Wide Sprinkler Systems / S-11 Residential Sprinkler Systems


• S-13: City Wide Standpipe Systems


• S-95: Supervision of Fire Alarm Systems and other related systems


• P-98: Fuel-oil Piping and Storage Systems


• F-80: Coordinator of Fire Safety and Alarm Systems in Homeless Shelters

Maintenance Worker III Principal Responsibilities:

• Recruit, train and supervise maintenance staff.


• Prepare and carry out a preventative maintenance plan which includes all fire safety, OSHA, and other systems requirements.


• Track property maintenance, work orders, inventory, and purchases in computerized maintenance system.


• Respond to emergency calls outside regular work hours.


• Assist in preparation of capital budget.


• Ensure all Regulatory inspections are performed on time and filed.

Physical Demands:

This position is physically active and requires regular mobility. The employee is frequently required to talk, hear, stand, walk, bend, kneel, stoop, and crouch throughout the day. The role also requires the ability to lift and/or move items weighing up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.

We are committed to offering our employees an exceptional comprehensive benefits package that supports their health, well-being, and personal growth. Full-time employees enjoy:

• Prescription Coverage


• Life Insurance


• Retirement Plan


• Tuition Reimbursement


• Paid Time Off, including a Paid Birthday Holiday

VOA-Greater New York is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Vets/Disabled/Other Protected Categories.