Handyman

PURPOSE:Through ownership and stewardship we create maintain and provide quality physical environments that support living learning and working in a cost-effective manner helping to ensure the present and future wellbeing of our clients and OVERVIEW:Performs a variety of general building services including but not limited to the repair operation general upkeep maintenance safety and security duties according to Facilities and Program procedures and ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Responsible for the overall maintenance and operations of buildings and grounds of the institution insuring that the facility is/are clean properly functional in good repair safe and secure. Responsible for basic building repairs such as plumbing carpentry painting plastering electrical and HVAC and to other building related systems. May be assigned to open/close program unit/buildings and operate basic building systems such as security locksets alarms lighting HVAC fire safety utilities etc. Be familiar with all JBFCS and regulatory requirements pertaining to facility program operations facilities maintenance and general safety requirements (OSHA DEP NYFD etc.). Cleans lubricates repairs maintains organizes and stores all required tools and equipment. Responsible for grounds maintenance mowing raking weeding planting pruning etc. Responsible for removing ice/snow maintaining sidewalks clean and free from debris as per and NYC DOS regulations. Collects manages trash removal and recycling as per building requirements NYC DOS regulations. Moves office furniture equipment and supplies in and around building and grounds in the course of executing their duties. Work from OSHA approved ladders and work platforms as required to complete basic repairs and maintenance. Attends and successfully completes safety security and other trainings required by the agency. Drive themselves and coworkers when necessary using company vehicles in the course of doing their jobs as directed by management. Observes documents and reports to supervisors any problems with the building unit or property including all facility related as well as safety/operational issues. Use hand tools power tools ladders / lifts personal safety gear and follow safety protocols as directed. Observe and report all work performed by external vendors and landlords building superintendents to insure quality of work and compliance with agency specifications; facilitate access to work areas. Complete and return work orders; keeps documents and maintains records ensures follow up and competition of required tasks. May be assigned to alternate agency units/ buildings as required. Required to attend and pass all required training (equipment use OSHA DEP etc.) provided by The Jewish Board and / or other operational requirements of the Agency. Must perform other duties as COMPETENCIES Strong mechanical aptitude and well-rounded hands on mechanical skills. Required to work well with people and have strong customer service REQUIRED: GED /High School Diploma is highly preferred. Must be able to speak read write and understand English at a high school level. Valid drivers license maintained throughout the course of employment. Five (5) years experience in building construction/maintenance/repair an Educational/Trade certificate in a related field may be substituted for two (2) years SKILLS REQUIRED: Must have basic computer knowledge and the ability to quickly learn new systems or AND MANUAL DEXIERITY: Climbing ladders as required to evaluate facility equipment conditions roofs and ceilings etc. Walking reaching lifting pulling pushing stooping crouching and adequate vision to accomplish the job ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL EFFORT The work environment requires ability to work under adverse weather conditions. To perform the essential functions of this job the candidate is routinely required to work on their feet throughout the course of the work day. Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds during the course of their job.