Maintenance Worker - Lower Manhattan

About the Role

Join our team and help New Yorkers experiencing homelessness reclaim their lives by providing essential maintenance services. Each staff member makes a heroic contribution to the city, offering vital support in times of crisis and need.

Responsibilities

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

Requirements

• Three years of experience in building maintenance and/or building trades.
• Work experience in one or more standard trades such as carpentry, plumbing, or electrical, or a combination of training from an accredited trade school and experience.
• Ability to read and follow instructions.
• Ability to 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 preferred.
• Ability to communicate in English.
• Fire Safety Director Certificate is preferred.

Schedule

Full-time, 37.5 hours per week. Multiple shifts and locations available in Lower Manhattan.

Benefits

• Eligible for health insurance and paid sick time immediately upon starting work.
• Competitive health and dental plans, with coverage available for your spouse, domestic partner, and dependents.
• Minimum of 3 weeks paid vacation, 12 paid holidays, and additional paid sick and personal time.
• 403(b) pension plan with a matching benefit paid by BRC.
• Tuition assistance and many training opportunities for career development.
• Flexible spending accounts (FSAs) for healthcare, transit, and childcare.