Assistant Superintendent
About the Organization
Educational Alliance brings together and partners with diverse communities in Lower Manhattan, offering individuals and families high-quality, multi-generational programs and services that enhance their well-being and socioeconomic opportunities. We are a place where everyone is welcome and where progress is powered one relationship at a time. With a 130-year legacy as a Jewish organization, we provide transformational services and programs to all New Yorkers through our network of community centers on Manhattan’s Lower East Side and East Village, focusing on education, health and wellness, arts and culture, and civic engagement.
The Center for Recovery and Wellness takes a holistic, strengths-based approach to recovery and wellness that responds to the distinct needs of each individual. Programs include residential and outpatient addiction treatment, recovery services, prevention education, and community programming. CRW offers culturally competent, evidence-based programs and services that strengthen individuals and communities, enhance resiliency, and foster lasting recovery.
Responsibilities
- Operations, Maintenance and Repair of Building Systems
- Manages maintenance and operation of building systems, including boilers, HVAC, electrical, lighting, plumbing, elevators, and fire safety systems.
- Sets and monitors thermostats to maintain a comfortable building environment.
- Completes scheduled rounds to perform systems checks and inspections when serving as the designated facilities maintenance manager.
- Takes corrective actions to keep systems in compliance and operating safely; alerts Building Engineer on issues outside core competencies and follows through.
- Oversees skilled maintenance repairs on building and building systems to ensure safety of occupants and continuous operation.
- Performs hands-on maintenance and repair including drywall repairs, spackling and painting of walls, minor plumbing and plumbing fixture repairs, floor/door repairs, light tube replacement, and other repairs.
- Reports leaks, mechanical failures, structural, masonry, plumbing, electrical, and other repair needs to Building Engineer.
- Rotates on-call schedule and works extra hours as needed.
- Oversight of CBS Cleaners
- Inspects the building to ensure porter staff completes all cleaning and servicing responsibilities satisfactorily and timely; reports deficiencies to Building Engineer.
- Ensures cleaning staff completes room set-up and break-down schedules in a timely and satisfactory manner.
- Works with cleaning and building staff to remove/clear rubbish and remove snow from sidewalks when necessary.
- Safety and Security
- Acts as a fire safety staff member, including participation in fire and other drills.
- Responds to emergency calls and writes necessary reports.
- Other
- Maintains a professional demeanor at all times; provides courteous assistance to program participants and staff.
- Performs other duties as assigned by Building Engineer.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED required; trade school diploma/certificate preferred.
- Four years of experience in building maintenance preferred.
- Holds, or is willing to obtain, important licenses and certifications.
- Current NYS motor vehicle driver’s license.
- Knowledge and ability to work with latex materials and sealants, paints, pesticides, caustic chemicals, dust, and noise; experience in safely disposing of hazardous materials.
- Ability to use hand tools and operate manual and power equipment.
- Team player with good organizational and time management skills; interacts positively with others to meet the organization’s objectives.
- Excellent customer service skills, handling matters in a courteous and timely manner.
Benefits
- Generous PTO Policy
- Competitive Salary
- Medical & Dental Insurance
- Pension Plan
- 403b Retirement Plans
- Discount Perks for Movies, Broadway Shows, Amusement Parks, etc.
- Free Gym Membership to our MCC Fitness & 14th St Y Gym
- Discounts to programs at Educational Alliance