Maintenance Worker III

Volunteers of America-Greater New York

New York (NY)

On-site

USD 52,000 - 76,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Life insurance

Retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Volunteers of America–Greater New York is seeking a Maintenance Worker III to oversee maintenance in a residential shelter environment in Brooklyn, NY. The role requires availability for emergencies and the ability to work indoors and outdoors as needed.

The position emphasizes leadership of maintenance staff, preventive maintenance planning, and coordination of safety inspections to comply with regulations. Strong organizational skills are essential for success.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalent with 3 years of related maintenance experience; supervisory experience preferred.
Basic computer skills required.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma

3 years related experience with supervisory experience

Tools

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

S-13: City Wide Standpipe Systems

S-95: Supervision of Fire Alarm Systems

P-98: Fuel-oil Piping and Storage Systems

F-80: Coordinator of Fire Safety and Alarm Systems

Job description

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.

We are currently seeking qualified candidates for the following position:

Position: Maintenance Worker III

The Maintenance Worker III is responsible for the overall maintenance of the facility. This role must be available for emergencies. The employee will work primarily 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

Brooklyn, NY 11212

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

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.
Manage work orders.
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.
Supervise assigned staff.

Physical Demands

This position is physically active and requires regular mobility. The employee must 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.

Benefits