About this role
For over 125 years, Catholic Charities Brooklyn and Queens has been providing quality social services to the neighborhoods of Brooklyn and Queens and currently offers 160-plus programs and services for children, youth, adults, seniors, and those struggling with mental illness.
Older Adult Centers promote an active life for seniors. The centers aim to assist them in preserving their independence and health by offering a wide range of activities and services, such as breakfast, lunch, health screenings, social services, educational workshops, class exercises, discussion groups, games, art classes, lectures, workshops, organized outings, and special events.
STATEMENT OF THE JOB
- The Maintenance Worker will be required to ensure the center is maintained in a clean, sanitary condition for the benefit of those attending the program and in compliance with health and safety rules and regulations.
- Sweep, mop, wax, and vacuum all floors and stairways.
- Wash and dust windows, walls, and mirrors.
- Scrub handrails, baseboards, and stair landings.
- Empty wastebaskets and garbage cans daily.
- Remove and clean window treatments and dust all areas in the center as directed.
- Clean and polish furniture and metalwork.
- Dust light fixtures and replace light bulbs and fuses.
- Ensure that bathrooms are cleaned daily and stocked with supplies as necessitated.
- Maintain inventory of cleaning supplies and order where applicable.
- Provide minor repairs at site where necessitated to include painting, plumbing.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- High School Diploma or GED preferred but not necessary.
- Valid New York State Driver’s License (Class D) preferred with Three (3) years of driving experience with no more than one moving violation within 24 months and no driving while intoxicated convictions.
- One year of maintenance experience required.
- Pass the Fire Drill Conductor test within 6 months of employment.
- Bilingual preferred.
- Frequently lifts and moves up to 25 pounds.
BENEFITS:
- We offer competitive salaries and excellent benefits, including:
- Generous time off (Vacation/ Personal Days/ Sick Days/ Paid Holidays annually)
- Medical,
- Dental
- Vision
- Retirement Savings with Agency Match
- Transit
- Flexible Spending Account
- Life insurance
- Public Loan Forgiveness Qualified Employer
- Training Series and other additional voluntary benefits.
For more information on our organization, please visit our website at:
www.ccbq.org EOE/AA.
Other facts
About Catholic Charities Brooklyn and Queens
For over 125 years, Catholic Charities Brooklyn and Queens has been providing quality social services to the neighborhoods of Brooklyn and Queens, and currently offers 160-plus programs and services for children, youth, adults, older adults, and those struggling with mental illness. As one of the largest faith-based developers of affordable housing in the country, Catholic Charities provides more than 4,500 units of housing for low-income older adults, families, and the formerly homeless, throughout Brooklyn and Queens. With the country reeling from an economic crisis, countless members of our community in Brooklyn and Queens have turned to Catholic Charities for assistance. In response, we increased our efforts to address issues of poverty and promote justice in the communities we serve, thereby empowering families and individuals to achieve greater self-sufficiency.
What you'll do
- The Maintenance Worker is responsible for ensuring the center is maintained in a clean and sanitary condition. This includes sweeping, mopping, and performing minor repairs as needed.
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