Part-Time Home Repair Maintenance Mechanic

• Hourly Salary: $27.25/per hour
• Start Date: Immediate
• Part-Time: Weekly hours range from five (5) to ten (10) hours per week. Weekday Shifts Only.

1) Job Description

Under general supervision from the Town Hall Staff the Home Repair/Maintenance Mechanic will be responsible for minor household maintenance and repairs for Shelter Island Residents that are 60 years or older. This service provides assistance with plumbing carpentry electrical and outdoor home repairs and tasks. *** Applicants are not required to have the skills of a licensed craftsperson.

2) Repairs include but are not limited to:

• Replace washers in sinks washbasins and tubs
• Clearing toilet and sink clogs with plunger only
• Installing and removing window air conditioners (2 man job)
• Install smoke/CO2 alarms and changing batteries in same
• Install grab bars or safety rails for tubs and toilets
• Minor repairs to floors (trimming a rough edge off linoleum/tacking down a rug)
• Replace treads on deck steps
• Repairing or reinforcing handrails on stairs
• Install shades or curtain rods
• Replace broken windowpanes
• Rearranging furniture as needed for safe access in home
• Installing and maintaining storm windows
• I nstalling weather stripping around doors or shrink wrap kits on windows
• Minor patching of walls and ceilings no replacing floor areas
• Installing of shelving
• Basement stairs safety check
• Tighten or replace window sash locks or replace doorknobs
• Move patio furniture in / out of storage
• Hook up / disconnect outside hose

*** Additional duties and tasks may be assigned.

3) Qualifications

Maintenance Mechanic is responsible for calling clients to schedule repair appointment.

Maintain a contact record of all residents that are served including a log of the total number of hours worked and list of completed jobs. Submit Weekly Timecard.

Notify the client of needed supplies to complete the job. Allow client to purchase or order the supplies directly or purchase items and have the client reimbursement you.

Install remove and store Handicap access ramps for Senior Citizens as part of the Towns Temporary Ramp Program.

May offer Safety Inspection of the home.

Report to Town Hall Coordinators any dangerous or unsafe conditions.

Notify the client immediately if you are unable to make the scheduled appointment.

4) Physical Capabilities

Must possess mobility to work in a standard home or facility. Must possess the ability to lift and carry materials and objects weighing up to 35 pounds.

5) Education and Experience

High School diploma. Home Repair experience required. One year related work experience is preferred. Experience or training related to Customer Service or working with Seniors is a plus. Good communication skills obligatory.

6) Licenses

Current New York State Drivers License

Email Cover Letter and Resume to:

Coco Lee Thuman / Human Resources Manager

Phone

* CONDITIONS: No Benefits are offered as part of this Part-Time Position.

* * PLEASE NOTE: The Town of Shelter Island commits to a policy of equal employment opportunity for applicants and employees complying with local state and federal laws. The Towns policy is to employ qualified persons without discrimination regarding race creed color religion age sex country of national origin marital status disability sexual orientation gender identity genetic information political affiliation ethnicity or status in any other group protected by federal/state/local law. Applicants subject to a mandatory Background Check and Drug Test.