Maintenance Worker - Reaching New Heights

Bowery Residents' Committee; New York (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive health and dental plans

Minimum of 3 weeks paid vacation

Tuition assistance for career development

Tuition assistance

FSAs

Job summary

A community support organization in New York City is seeking a dedicated building maintenance professional to ensure the upkeep of its facilities. The successful candidate will have at least three years of experience in maintenance trades such as carpentry, plumbing, and electrical work. Responsibilities include maintaining cleanliness, making necessary repairs, and participating in emergency operations. This role supports the organization's mission to help New Yorkers experiencing homelessness. Join a team committed to making a positive impact on the community.

Qualifications

• Three years experience in building maintenance and/or trades.
• Ability to read and follow instructions.
• Must be able to communicate in English.
• Work efficiently as part of a team and/or independently.
• Must be able to frequently lift/carry objects weighing up to 70 lbs.
• Must be able to walk, stoop, bend, crouch, sit, kneel, climb and crawl.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Ability to communicate in English.
• Fire Safety Director Certificate is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness of facility interior and exterior.
• Make repairs such as carpentry, painting, and plumbing.
• Be on call for emergencies, which may require irregular hours.
• Receive and store deliveries of maintenance/office supplies.
• Lifting of boxes and moving furniture as needed.
• On call for emergencies, which may require early and/or late hours.
• Be a member of the fire safety team.
• Participate in fire drills and related duties as assigned.

Skills

Building maintenance experience

Carpentry skills

Plumbing skills

Electrical skills

Ability to lift up to 70 lbs

Teamwork

English communication

Physical fitness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Fire Safety Director Certificate

Job description

Duties/Responsibilities

Maintain cleanliness of interior and exterior of facility. Make repairs such as carpentry, painting, plumbing and some electrical. Responsible for preventative maintenance of heating/cooling and domestic water systems. Receive and store deliveries of maintenance/office supplies. Lifting of boxes and moving furniture as needed. On call for emergencies, which may require early and/or late hours. Be a member of the fire safety team. Participate in fire drills and related duties as assigned.

Hours

Full-time, 37.5 hours per week

• Monday - Friday; 2:00p - 10:30p

Qualifications

Three years experience in building maintenance and/or building trades. Work experience in one or more standard trades such as carpentry, plumbing, electrical or combination of training from an accredited trade school and experience. Ability to read and follow instructions. Work efficiently as part of a team and/or independently. Must be able to frequently lift/carry objects weighing up to 70 lbs. Must be able to walk, stoop, bend, crouch, sit, kneel, climb and crawl. High School Diploma or GED required. Ability to communicate in English. Fire Safety Director Certificate is preferred.

Vaccination Preferred But Not Required.

MAKE AN IMPACT

Are you looking to make a positive impact on the lives of those in your community? At BRC, our staff help New Yorkers experiencing homelessness reclaim their lives by providing a hand up, offering opportunities for health and self-sufficiency, and restoring hope and dignity.

Each and every BRC staff member makes heroic contributions to our city, providing vital services in times of crisis and need. Through our commitment to employee wellbeing and development, BRC provides a workplace where staff can achieve their goals, make a difference with our clients, and grow personally and professionally. BRC is committed to a safe and healthy workplace: we provide PPE to all employees and enforce temperature monitoring and physical distancing best practices across our programs.

Today, we have over 1000 full-time, part-time, and per-diem positions located in Manhattan, Brooklyn, the Bronx and Queens. Come and learn why 95% of BRC employees report that they would recommend BRC as a good place to work, and join us in building a more caring and compassionate city.

Program Description

This 200-bed shelter is designed for homeless men who are in need of job training and employment. Located at BRC's new Landing Road facility in the Bronx, this new shelter opened in January 2018. Similar to the Palace Employment Residence, the Reaching New Heights Residence provides temporary housing for a period of six to nine months. During this time, clients are guided through a structured continuum of treatment and training designed to give them the skills they need to address any substance abuse and/or health issues and to find and maintain permanent employment and housing. The Reaching New Heights Residence is funded by the NYC Department of Homeless Services.

Benefits

• Competitive health and dental plans, with coverage is available for your spouse, domestic partner, and dependents.
• A minimum of 3 weeks paid vacation, 12 paid holidays, and additional paid sick and personal time. A 403(b) pension plan with a matching benefit paid by BRC.
• Tuition assistance and many training opportunities for career development.
• Flexible spending accounts (FSAs) are available so employees can set aside pre‑tax dollars for healthcare, transit and childcare.