General Handyman/ Maintenance Person

Maintenance Worker

Position Title: Maintenance Worker

Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30a-4:30, some off hours based on needs

Department/Location: All sites

Purpose:

Responsible for the all handyman tasks of the Administration Office, Shelter Facility, Thrift Store and respond to the needs of agency remote locations

Specific Responsibilities:

Responsible for the enforcement of regulations and inspections imposed by various authorities, such as the Fire Marshall, NYS Department of Social Services, and the Suffolk County Department of Social Services. Be present to assist various inspectors when they are present.

Maintain screens and window locks; ensure that fire and security doors are maintained at the Shelter. Check bathrooms and kitchen to see that plumbing is operable. Check heating and air conditioning units. Make sure filters are changed if necessary and that the outside units are clean.

Oversee the maintenance at the Administrative Office and Shelter for the following areas:

Building interior/exterior, grounds and sheds

Maintain an organized basement -clear paths in case of emergency for exits and electrical panels.

Snow removal on sidewalks, salt when necessary

Staff area trash removal

Bedrooms are prepared for new clients (beds/cribs available for use)

Food storage organization (shelter only)

Inventory of supplies needed

Make sure battery packs for emergency lighting are functional. Replace all lighting elements in ceilings, exit lights, outdoor security lights, and timers when needed. Clean light ceiling covers and replace when needed. Keep a supply of electrical socket covers for the shelter, various lighting fixtures and light covers for inspections.

Moving of donations to the proper space or building

Working with outside vendors on various projects at locations

Maintain agency vehicles

Inspections are up to date, vehicle logs completed

Adequate amount of gas in vehicle left at Administrative Office

Report additional work needed to Office Manager

Maintain a professional relationship with clients; report any unusual events to the Shelter Director.

Assist store manager in donation pickups/storing/organizing.

Organizational Relationships:

Reports to: Sr. Director of Operations & Finance

Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent.

General knowledge of maintenance.

Excellent organizational and communication skills.

Sensitive to issues related to battered women and children.

Valid NYS driver's license

Working Conditions:

Ability to lift heavy objects (50+ lbs)

Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel occasionally for extended periods

Other Duties:

Every effort has been made to make agency job descriptions as complete as possible. However, it does not state or imply that these are the only duties required for this position or the sole responsibilities for which this employee will be accountable. The omission of specific statements of duties or responsibilities does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, is a logical assignment to the position, or is within the scope of generally accepted business practices for an employee with this specific job title.

The Retreat Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer

THE RETREAT, INC. is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity and will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, military status, veteran status, age, marital status, domestic violence victim status, disability, pregnancy-related condition, gender identity, religion, genetic predisposition, familial status, ancestry, prior arrest or conviction record or any other protected category under applicable law. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

The agency values and is committed to providing compassionate, empathetic, culturally aware services to all clients/members. Interactions are approached with these values in mind, and it is expected that clients/members will be treated with compassion, respect, and sensitivity during the provision of holistic, inclusive, and welcoming services.

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