Maintenance Worker - Parrish

Safe Horizon; New York (NY); On-site; USD 31,795 - 34,963; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation time

Paid Sick Time

Holidays

Medical

Dental

Vision

403(b) Retirement Plan

Company Life Insurance

Tuition Assistance Program

Commuter Benefits

Gym Reimbursement

Parental Leave

Employee Learning Center

Job summary

Safe Horizon in New York is seeking a Maintenance Worker to perform various tasks including light construction, operating building systems, and cleaning facilities. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or equivalent and a certificate in a building trade. Strong preference is given to bilingual candidates and those with experience in supportive housing. The position offers full-time hours, a competitive hourly wage of $23.08 - $25.38, and comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and tuition assistance.

Qualifications

• Ability to lift and move 50 lbs daily.
• Valid New York State driver’s license with no suspensions.
• Experience in a supportive housing setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform light construction duties using power tools.
• Operate basic building systems including boilers and alarms.
• Clean facility areas and prepare residential units.

Skills

Light construction duties

Basic building systems operation

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Certificate in a building trade

Job description

Responsibilities

• Perform light construction duties (drywall, painting, light fixture installation, drain and sewer line stoppages, cabinet installation and repair, vinyl and ceramic tile installation and repair, window air‑conditioner installation and maintenance) using power tools such as hand drills and saws.
• Operate basic building systems including boilers, heating systems, fire prevention and alarm systems.
• Clean facility areas (floors, walls, kitchens, bathrooms, common areas) and thoroughly clean residential units (stoves, refrigerators, painting, plastering) in preparation for new clients.
• Perform general maintenance tasks such as changing light bulbs and batteries in smoke and carbon dioxide detectors.
• Move, load, unload, and transport furniture, equipment, tools, and supplies; assemble and install furniture and equipment.
• Provide temporary site coverage at other Safe Horizon locations within the five boroughs on short notice.
• Learn and apply a trauma‑informed, client‑centered, anti‑oppressive approach in work with clients.

Qualifications

• Certificate or certification in a building trade, maintenance, building systems, or building equipment repair.
• Ability to lift and move 50 lbs daily.
• Valid New York State driver’s license with no suspensions and fewer than 3 points.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
• Experience working in a supportive housing setting preferred.
• Computer proficiencies desired.
• High school diploma or equivalent (or equivalent experience).

EEO Statement

Safe Horizon is an equal‑opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, or disability status. View the EEO law and complaint filing information at https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf.

Compensation & Benefits

• Hiring Range: $23.08 – $25.38 hourly
• Full‑time hours: 35 per week
• Benefits: Vacation time, Paid Sick Time, Holidays, Medical, Dental, Vision, 403(b) Retirement Plan, Company Life Insurance, Medical/Dependent Care FSA, Tuition Assistance Program, Commuter Benefits, Gym Reimbursement, Parental Leave, Employee Learning Center.