Maintenance Worker - New York, United States - Hudson Guild

Hudson Guild

Verified Company

New York, United States

1 week ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

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Description

POSITION OVERVIEW:

Under the supervision of the Operations Supervisor, the Maintenance Worker is responsible for the upkeep and repairs of all facilities, equipment, and grounds associated with The Hudson Guild.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
A high school diploma or equivalent. Proven experience as a maintenance worker or similar position, preferably in a high traffic environment.

A positive attitude as well as excellent communication and interpersonal skills, willingness to learn, and a general passion for creative problem solving.

Ability to relate to participants, staff, and guests in a courteous manner.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience working with power tools and high-powered equipment (i.e. floor machine). Experience working in a childcare center. Previous DOE clearance is a plus.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Receives oral or written orders from Maintenance Coordinator, Operations Supervisor and Director of Operations
Performs work according to standard procedure and by building's operational schedule
Cleans rooms, hallways, restrooms, gym/locker rooms, offices, stairways, and windows
Uses brooms, mops, and floor equipment to sweep, mop, strip and wax floors
Uses vacuum cleaners to clean rugs, carpets, upholstered furniture and blinds
Dusts furniture and equipment
Washes walls, ceilings, woodwork, windows, doors and sills
Makes minor carpentry, electrical, mechanical and plumbing repairs
Performs touch up and finish painting
Empties wastebaskets
Replenishes restroom supplies
Replaces light bulbs
Sets up and tears down chairs, tables and equipment in meeting rooms, and function rooms
Prepares rooms for use by participants, staff, Board and outside organizations
Clears snow from entrances and walkways
Picks up and delivers supplies and materials to Hudson Guild sites and rooms
Keep supply rooms neat and organized at all times
Follows all applicable safety rules and procedures
Opens and closes building according to security procedures
Reports work accomplished orally or on written work order to supervisor
Be aware of programmatic targets and goals and work towards these in all activities provided to participants
Collect and enter required data in a timely manner
Engage in data analysis processes conducted by the Evaluation and Quality team to determine strengths and areas for improvement and follow action steps in the Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) process
Assist in carrying out and participate in Community Building activities to support organizational effectiveness and outreach
Perform other duties as assigned

Additional Duties

Participates in general cleaning, painting, and repair work.
Uses hand tools and power tools in making minor maintenance repairs and maintaining grounds and walks.
Assist in keeping inventory lists up to date.
Assist officials, staff, visitors, and other employees as necessary.
Checks buildings at beginning and end of shifts, report any needs, repairs or suspicious activity to supervisor within 24 hours.
Participates in building coverage by working days, evenings and weekends as required.

WORKING CONDITIONS:
Community Center consisting of offices, classrooms, gymnasium, and theater. Indoor tasks with occasional exposure to chemicals and confined spaces. Outdoor tasks with exposure to heat, cold, and precipitation.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Prolonged periods of standing and walking. Must be able to climb ladders, bend, crawl into awkward spaces. Must be able to lift 50 pounds at a time.

Hudson Guild is an Equal Opportunity Employer.