MAINTENANCE WORKER - $3,000 Sign On Bonus! at Family Service League Inc. – Lindenhurst, New York

Established in 1926, Family Service League is a social services agency transforming lives and communities through mental health, addiction, housing, and essential human services with more than 60 social service programs in over 20 locations.

SCHEDULE

Monday – Friday, 8:00AM – 4:00PM

Required to respond to maintenance emergencies as needed, including participation in an on-call rotation to address urgent after-hours issues.

SUMMARY

Family Service League is seeking a full-time Maintenance Worker for a homeless shelter in Lindenhurst, NY. The Maintenance Worker, under the supervision of the Maintenance Supervisor, is responsible for the maintenance of the interior and exterior of property and grounds, in accordance with Suffolk County regulations. Responsible for repair and maintenance of all facility equipment and structure.

**$3,000 Sign-On Bonus!**

We offer a generous benefits package including the following:

• **$3,000 Sign-On Bonus!**
• Health and Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Retirement Savings Plan with a 5% employer contribution
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Generous PTO (paid time off)
• Up to 11 paid Holidays
• Paid Sick Leave
• Student Tuition Remission Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Company paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Employee Discounts and more!

RESPONSIBILITIES

• The Maintenance Worker will prepare rooms for occupancy, including hanging sheet rock, spackle, painting, and routine maintenance.
• Perform electrical and structural repairs or installations.
• Perform mid-level plumbing duties: snake lines, remove and install toilets, and repair leaking pipes in ceilings, walls or under countertops.
• Conduct regularly scheduled safety checks externally and internally throughout the building, including all equipment. Perform or schedule repairs as necessary.
• The Maintenance Worker will perform of schedule repairs as necessary.
• Maintain the interior of the property by performing routine maintenance tasks, including removal and replacement of light bulbs and ceiling tiles, unclogging drains, drywall repair and painting.
• Notify Property Manager timely of the need for repairs or replacement of equipment or furniture.
• Perform heavy cleaning duties, including cleaning floors, shampooing rugs, washing walls and glass, and removing garbage.
• Maintain the exterior of the property by blowing leaves, picking up trash and debris, sweeping, trimming, weeding, and removing snow and ice.
• This position is essential to the safe and continuous operation of the program. Essential employees are expected to report to work during inclement weather and other relevant emergency situations to ensure uninterrupted care and support for clients.
• All other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

High School diploma or GED required.

A minimum of 3 years’ experience performing building maintenance and repairs is required. This includes demonstrated experience in electrical, plumbing, spackling and painting, maintenance and repair of mechanical equipment, and groundskeeping.

Knowledge of the Suffolk County Department of Social Services requirements is preferred.

Excellent interpersonal and verbal and written communication skills required.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team required.

Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office, especially Outlook, are required. Knowledge of Facilities Management software preferred.

OSHA training or certification strongly preferred.

Valid, clean New York State Driver’s License required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Must have the ability to pick up and carry a minimum of 50 lbs., be able to work overhead and on a ladder for sustained periods of time, and to bend and crouch to install flooring or seal tubs and toilets. Able to shovel snow from walkways. Must be able to go up and down stairs.