Job Location : Staten Island,NY, USA
Description
Institute for Community Living (ICL) ( is a non-profit organization servicing the NYC-Metro area and for over 35 years, we've provided life-saving care to New Yorkers in need that includes but is not limited to addiction assistance, mental health services, and housing support for all. Proudly doing so, with integrity, love, and respect. Our goal is to have a positive and long-lasting impact on the lives of the people and communities we serve with the hope of providing the care, support, and attention they need.
So, it is our pleasure to announce that we are currently seeking a full-time candidate for the role of Housekeeping-Maintenance Worker to join our team! - Staten Is. or SW Brooklyn Residents preferred
By ICL definition, under the direct supervision of the Facilities Maintenance Supervisor and/or the relief Supervisor, a Housekeeping-Maintenance Worker (HK-MW) is responsible for performing a variety of routine trade, labor, and housekeeping tasks that require medium physical effort, related to the work site: housekeeping, groundskeeping, sanitation, cleaning, and safety.
MIN. ROLE REQUIREMENTS & PREFERENCES:
+ VALID State Driver's License Photo ID - NY, NJ, PA, or CT State preferred
+ Shift & Location: 5 Days Min. b/w Monday to Sunday - Days & Hours TBD in Staten Island, NY 10305
+ EDU & Certifications: No EDU Required + NYC House Cleaning Tech Certified or OSHA 30 ( Certified or higher (not mandatory)
+ EXP: 2+ years of housekeeping AND masonry (household mgmt.) experience? - preferably in a shelter setting
+ Proper attire always - this includes work pants, boots, and outer/inner-wear with the ICL company logo (provided after training)
ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
+ Knowledge of basic arithmetic aka Math
+ Ability to bend, kneel, squat, stand, and stretch for long periods
+ Ability to understand and follow verbal and simple written instructions
+ Ability to follow rules and procedures regarding maintenance and carpentry
+ Knowledge of maintenance and cleaning products, standards, and equipment usage
+ Knowledge of safety and basic information related to trade, installation, and laborer work
+ Ability to work in a setting with individuals with mental illness and/or behavioral disorders
+ Ability to perform medium to heavy manual labor, including lifting objects weighing up to 60+ lbs
+ Strong communication, interpersonal, writing, and conveying skills - bi-lingual is a plus but not mandatory
+ Ability to follow all safety guidelines in accordance with the performance of the tasks mentioned below...
HOUSEKEEPING TASKS:
+ Upkeep an overall attractive and sanitary environment
+ Set up equipment in all assigned areas: conference, dining rooms, etc.
+ Move furniture and equipment in connection with cleaning and care functions
+ Using manual and/or mechanical equipment to dust and polish metal lights and fixtures
+ Using manual and/or mechanical equipment to shampoo, steam, clean, and change curtains, carpets, and drapes
+ Using appropriate safety equipment such as rolling ladders and safety scaffolds to clean ceiling fans at high places
+ Using manual and/or mechanical equipment and detergents to scrub and clean all bathroom areas: sinks, urinals, toilets, etc.
+ Using manual and/or mechanical equipment to remove hazardous articles that may be on floors, furniture, and equipment and place them in designated receptacles or appropriate location
+ Using manual and/or mechanical equipment to wash, strip, steam, vacuum, polish, and wax wooden or tile floors, corridors, stairwells, walls, partitions, windows, furniture, etc. for all areas
MAINTENANCE TASKS:
+ Locksmith - open locks when keys are not readily available
+ Tool Inventory - maintain and ensure all tools are returned to the site at the end of each workday
+ Masonry - perform routine installments, maintenance, replacement, and repairs of such as tiles and carpets as necessary
+ Moving - responsibly move, load, and unload useable and/or unusable furniture, equipment, supplies, and client belongings onto trucks for transport
+ Heat/Water - operate and maintain equipment by replacing parts, such as filters and pumps; clean equipment and adjust components, such as thermostats, and check the oil level in storage tanks
+ Renovation - assists with the remodeling of offices and apartments: repair plaster and drywall, strips, paints or stains woodwork, prepare surfaces for the painting of interior and exterior building structures, fixtures, and equipment
+ Electrical - perform routine installments, maintenance, replacement, and repairs of electrical equipment overhead door motors, electric ranges, lighting fixtures, outlets, switches, and other appliances; running and repairing electrical cables and wires
+ Plumbing - perform routine installments, maintenance, replacement, and repairs of plumbing systems and fixtures such as damaged steam valves, faucets, sinks, toilets, and leaking pipes: insulate steam lines, thermostats, and water heaters while locating and unplugging stoppages using plungers, snakes, etc.
+ Carpentry - build and perform routine installments, maintenance, replacement, and repairs of metal, slate, shingles, roofs, doors, stairs, railings, floors, gates, ceilings, furniture, locks, bookcases, shelves, tables, signs, modular furniture, cabinets, countertops, wood equipment, and other fixtures including platforms and temporary staging, windows: install blinds and door hardware
+ Groundskeeping - assist with the movement, transport, relocation, and discarding of personnel, furniture, equipment, mail, and supplies as assigned, including the removal of unusable (e.g. infested) furniture and supplies and moving clients' belongings; maintain appropriate documentation of such activities; perform outside maintenance such as lawn mowing, bush trimming, snow removal, etc. as needed
MINOR / MISC. TASKS:
+ Administrative - submit docs./paperwork promptly at the end of each workday; follow the work request and other departmental tracking systems; follow already established procedures in place
+ Vehicles - perform routine installments, maintenance, replacement, and repairs such as changing a flat tire, maintaining appropriate fluid levels, and ensuring the interiors and exteriors of vehicles are clean
+ Perform other job-related tasks as assigned in an organized and clean manner...
+ Please Note: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty listed satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions unless this causes undue hardship to the agency.
If you feel that you're a suitable candidate for this role and would like to join our organization, please submit your resume in response to this ad to contact a recruiter in HR for further related info to the role above or the benefits mentioned below...
ICL BENEFITS:
PLEASE NOTE: ICL Company Benefits are exclusive to employees working 20+ hours and EDU Leave is 40+ hours ONLY!
+ PAID Orientation and Training
+ Choice of full and/or partial Health, Dental, and Vision Benefits (spousal and child coverage available too)
+ Life & AD&D Insurance + Medical Flexible Spending
+ Mental Health Services and Providers
+ Educational & Parental Leave
+ Tuition & Work-Life Assistance
+ Commuter Benefits Plan
+ Employee Assistance Program
+ Matching 403B (non-profit)
+ Payroll Benefits: Corporate Fitness Account / NYS College Savings Program / Etc.
+ Discounts on select ticketed purchases provided by Plum Benefits
+ And many more...