What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance Lead position at St. Joseph Social Service Center?
Maintenance Lead Job Description
About Us:Since 1986, St. Joseph Social Service Center has served the materially poor and homeless communities of greater Elizabeth, New Jersey, by providing basic human needs such as food, clothing, and medications, as well as a wide range of services and programs to help them acquire the material goods and social services they need to live with dignity.St. Joseph’s is an independent nonprofit 501(c)3 organization.
The Opportunity:The Maintenance Lead is responsible for overseeing the maintenance and repair of equipment, buildings, and other facilities. You will be in charge of assigning tasks to and supervising the maintenance staff, ensuring that jobs are completed in a timely and safe manner. This position is also responsible for ordering and maintaining operating supplies, as well as ensuring that all equipment and facilities are maintained to the highest standards.
Key Responsibilities:
- Supervise a team of maintenance staff and assign tasks to them.
- Maintain and repair equipment and facilities.
- Oversee the ordering and stocking of operating supplies.
- Perform regular maintenance inspections and record findings.
- Develop and implement maintenance plans to ensure optimal performance of equipment.
- Respond to emergency calls and take appropriate action.
- Monitor maintenance costs and take steps to ensure efficiency.
- Train and educate maintenance staff on proper safety protocols and procedures.
- Ensure that all maintenance activities are completed in a timely manner and comply with legal and safety regulations.
- Develop cleaning and grounds maintenance procedures and schedules and ensure that they are adhered to.
- Schedule and accompany pest control.
- Ensure that garbage and recyclables are removed timely.
- Ensure that snow removal is arranged for the winter season.
- Facilitate projects pertaining to buildings and grounds, including soliciting estimates, scheduling, and managing.
- Assist with the collection of donations and warehouse inventory.
- Support the day-to-day operations to ensure client needs are met.
Experience and Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Proven experience in a maintenance role.
- 1-3 years of supervisory experience.
- 5 years of building maintenance experience.
- 1 year of warehouse experience and experience operating an electric forklift.
- Valid driver’s license required.
- Knowledge of safety protocols and procedures.
- Ability to troubleshoot and repair various types of equipment.
- Good organizational and management skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to lift up to 50lbs.
Ideally, you will have:
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
- A desire to work in a diverse, multi-cultural environment and to serve the community.
What We Look For:A self-starter, independent thinker, curious and creative person with ambition to learn and a passion to serve others.
Salary Range: $50,000 - $60,000 annual salary plus health, dental and vision insurance.
If you can confidently demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please send your resume to the contact information below or apply via really.
Erica Rodriguez, Operations Manager
erodriguez@sjeliz.org
908-354-5456 x408
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $50,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Ability to Commute:
- Elizabeth, NJ 07201 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Elizabeth, NJ 07201: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $50,000 - $60,000