Jewish Board of Family and Children's Services · 1 day ago
Handyman
New York, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
5+ years expThe Jewish Board of Family and Children's Services is dedicated to creating and maintaining quality physical environments for their clients and workforce. The Handyman is responsible for general building services, including maintenance, repairs, and safety duties to ensure the facilities are clean, functional, and secure.
AssociationHealth CareMental Health
Responsibilities
Responsible for the overall maintenance and operations of buildings and grounds of the institution, insuring that the facility is/are clean, properly functional, in good repair, safe and secure
Responsible for basic building repairs such as plumbing, carpentry, painting, plastering, electrical and HVAC and to other building related systems
May be assigned to open/close program unit/buildings and operate basic building systems such as security locksets, alarms, lighting, HVAC, fire safety, utilities etc
Be familiar with all JBFCS and regulatory requirements pertaining to facility program operations, facilities maintenance and general safety requirements (OSHA, DEP, NYFD etc.)
Cleans, lubricates, repairs, maintains, organizes and stores all required tools and equipment
Responsible for grounds maintenance, mowing, raking, weeding, planting, pruning etc
Responsible for removing ice/snow, maintaining sidewalks clean and free from debris as per and NYC DOS regulations
Collects, manages trash removal and recycling as per building requirements NYC DOS regulations
Moves office furniture, equipment and supplies in and around building and grounds in the course of executing their duties
Work from OSHA approved ladders and work platforms as required to complete basic repairs and maintenance
Attends and successfully completes safety, security and other trainings required by the agency
Drive themselves and coworkers when necessary using company vehicles in the course of doing their jobs as directed by management
Observes, documents and reports to supervisors, any problems with the building, unit or property including all facility related as well as safety/operational issues
Use hand tools, power tools, ladders / lifts, personal safety gear and follow safety protocols as directed
Observe and report all work performed by external vendors and landlord’s building superintendents to insure quality of work and compliance with agency specifications; facilitate access to work areas
Complete and return work orders; keeps documents and maintains records, ensures follow up and competition of required tasks
May be assigned to alternate agency units/ buildings as required
Required to attend and pass all required training (equipment use, OSHA, DEP etc.) provided by The Jewish Board and / or other operational requirements of the Agency
Must perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Must be able to speak, read write and understand English at a high school level
Valid driver's license maintained throughout the course of employment
Five (5) years' experience in building construction/maintenance/repair
Must have basic computer knowledge and the ability to quickly learn new systems or applications
Strong mechanical aptitude and well-rounded hands on mechanical skills
Required to work well with people and have strong customer service skills
Climbing ladders as required, to evaluate facility equipment, conditions, roofs and ceilings etc
Walking, reaching, lifting, pulling, pushing, stooping, crouching, and adequate vision, to accomplish the job requirements
The work environment requires ability to work under adverse weather conditions
To perform the essential functions of this job, the candidate is routinely required to work on their feet throughout the course of the work day
Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds during the course of their job
Preferred
GED /High School Diploma is highly preferred
An Educational/Trade certificate in a related field may be substituted for two (2) years' experience
Company
Jewish Board of Family and Children's Services
The Jewish Board of Family and Children’s Services is one of the United States' largest nonprofit mental health and social service agencies.
1001-5000 employees
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