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Join a Meaningful Profession with Mercy Haven!
Discover the difference between a job and a fulfilling career by becoming a vital part of Mercy Haven's mission. We are dedicated to providing homes and services to diverse populations in crisis, including those living with mental illness, homeless families, veterans, domestic violence victims and the elderly. Recognized as a Newsday Top Workplace on Long Island for three years, we invest in our employees' success and offer an excellent benefits package.
We are currently seeking a passionate individual for the position of a Part Time Maintenance Worker. This position is based out of our main office location in Islip Terrace and provides integral maintenance care to our facilities throughout Suffolk and Nassau Counties.
Job Duties:
Help on the overall maintenance of all Mercy Haven properties
Assist in the preparation of apartments for new/relocated residents and home improvement work
Maintenance tasks include, but not limited to: carpentry, plumbing and light electrical, roof repairs, spackling, painting, striping/waxing floors
Prepare apartments for move-ins
Cleaning/garbage removal as required
Conduct building inspections as scheduled by the Director of Facilities Management
Perform general outside maintenance (up to two stories high)
Moving of furniture, appliances, and supplies (heavy lifting involved)
Occasional landscaping and sealing driveways
Assist maintenance personnel in all maintenance repairs and construction for Mercy Haven properties
Power washing/landscaping building and grounds inspections and cleanups
Perform preventative maintenance
Work in electronic maintenance management work order system
Power Washing
Ground Inspections and clean up
Assume other duties as required.
If you're passionate about making a difference and contributing to our mission, we want to hear from you. Join us at Mercy Haven and be a part of a team dedicated to creating positive change in the lives of those in need. Apply now and make your career as meaningful as our mission!
REQUIREMENTS:
High School Diploma or Equivalent
Relevant work experience in maintenance, home repair, or as a handyman
Access to own tools
Valid NYS Driver's License with a safe driving record, access to a personal and reliable vehicle
Physical Requirements: Sits, stands, stoops, squats, walks, and moves intermittently during work hours, pushes and/or pulls 10-15 pounds daily, pushes and/or pulls 125-200 pounds occasionally, drive agency vehicle, ability to perform roof repairs up to 2 stories and lift heavy objects
MERCY HAVEN IS COMMITTED TO A POLICY OF EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY AND WILL NOT DISCRIMINATE AGAINST AN APPLICANT OR EMPLOYEE ON THE BASIS OF RACE, RELIGION, GENETIC PREDISPOSITION, CREED, COLOR, NATIONAL ORIGIN, ANCESTRY, SEX, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, AGE, MARITAL STATUS, VETERAN STATUS, DOMESTIC VIOLENCE VICTIM STATUS, DISABILITY OR ANY OTHER PROTECTED CATEGORY UNDER APPLICABLE LAW.