Handyman

Make a bigger difference


PURPOSE:

Through ownership and stewardship we create, maintain and provide quality physical environments that support living, learning and working, in a cost-effective manner, helping to ensure the present and future wellbeing of our clients and workforce.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

Performs a variety of general building services including but not limited to the repair, operation, general upkeep, maintenance, safety and security duties according to Facilities and Program procedures and protocols.


KEY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
• 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.


CORE COMPETENCIES
• Strong mechanical aptitude and well-rounded hands on mechanical skills.
• Required to work well with people and have strong customer service skills.


EDUCATIONAL/TRAINING REQUIRED:
• GED /High School Diploma is highly preferred.
• 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, an Educational/Trade certificate in a related field may be substituted for two (2) years’ experience.

COMPUTER SKILLS REQUIRED:
• Must have basic computer knowledge and the ability to quickly learn new systems or applications.

VISUAL AND MANUAL DEXIERITY:
• 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.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL EFFORT
• 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.

If you join us, you’ll have these great benefits:
• Generous paid time off in addition to agency holidays and 15 sick days
• Affordable and high-quality medical/dental/vision plans
• Tuition assistance and educational loan forgiveness
• Free continuing education opportunities
• 403(b) retirement benefits and a pension
• Flexible spending accounts for health and transportation
• 24/7 Accessible Employee Assistance Program
• Life and disability insurance
Who we are:

The Jewish Board delivers innovative, high-quality, and compassionate mental health and social services to over 45,000 New Yorkers each year. We are unique in serving everyone from infants and their families to children, teens, and adults. We are proud to employ and serve people of all religions, races, cultural backgrounds, gender expressions, and sexual orientations. We are committed to building diverse, equitable, and inclusive teams to help support our mission, and we strongly encourage candidates from historically marginalized backgrounds to apply to work with us.
More on Equal Opportunity:


We respect diversity and accordingly are an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, alienage, citizenship status, age, disability, sex, gender, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, partnership status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
This applies with respect to recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, termination, assignments, benefits, employee activities, access to facilities and programs, and all other terms and condition of employment as well as general treatment during employment.
We will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation to the known physical or mental limitations of qualified employees with disabilities, without regard to any protected classifications, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. Any employees who need assistance to perform their job duties because of a physical or mental condition should contact human resources.