Maintenance Worker III

Volunteers of America–Greater New York (VOA–Greater New York) is a leading anti‑poverty organization serving neighbors in need across New York City, Northern New Jersey, and Westchester.

We are currently seeking qualified candidates for the following position:

The Maintenance Worker III is responsible for the overall maintenance of the facility. This role must be available for emergencies. The employee will work primarily in a residential housing shelter environment. Responsibilities will take place both indoors and outdoors, depending on the needs of the shelter and its residents. The environment may be fast‑paced and require adaptability to changing situations.

Brooklyn, NY 11212

• High School Diploma and three years related experience in building maintenance with one year of supervisory experience; or satisfactory combination of related experience and specialized education or training. Basic computer skills.

• S-12:
  City Wide Sprinkler Systems / S-11 Residential Sprinkler Systems
• S-13:
  City Wide Standpipe Systems
• S-95:
  Supervision of Fire Alarm Systems and other related systems
• P-98:
  Fuel‑oil Piping and Storage Systems
• F-80:
  Coordinator of Fire Safety and Alarm Systems in Homeless Shelters

• Recruit, train and supervise maintenance staff.
• Prepare and carry out a preventative maintenance plan which includes all fire safety, OSHA, and other systems requirements.
• Manage work orders.
• Track property maintenance, work orders, inventory, and purchases in computerized maintenance system.
• Respond to emergency calls outside regular work hours.
• Assist in preparation of capital budget.
• Ensure all regulatory inspections are performed on time and filed.
• Supervise assigned staff.

This position is physically active and requires regular mobility. The employee must talk, hear, stand, walk, bend, kneel, stoop, and crouch throughout the day. The role also requires the ability to lift and/or move items weighing up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Coverage
• Prescription Coverage
• Life Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off, including a Paid Birthday Holiday

VOA‑Greater New York is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Vets/Disabled/Other Protected Categories.