What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance Worker position at YAI - Seeing Beyond Disability?
Company Overview
YAI - Seeing Beyond Disability is a leading non-profit organization dedicated to empowering individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. With a mission centered around living, loving, working, and learning, YAI supports over 20,000 people through more than 300 programs across downstate New York, northern New Jersey, and northern California.
Summary
We are seeking a dedicated Maintenance Person to join our Long Island team at YAI. This person will work among several locations in Nassau or Suffolk County. This role is crucial in ensuring that our facilities are safe, functional, and welcoming for the individuals we support. Your skills will contribute significantly to our mission of empowering people to reach their goals.
Key/Essential Functions & Responsibilities
- Routinely assesses facility equipment and structures to identify necessary maintenance and repairs to maintain safe and operable conditions.
- Troubleshoots minor maintenance problems involving electrical, structural, plumbing and equipment repair or replacement for assigned programs.
- Maintains a work area that is clean and organized; ensures tools and equipment are safe, clean, and in good working condition.
- Moves furniture, deliveries, packages, and other large items as required.
- Reports repairs and all hazardous conditions to management on a timely basis.
- Responds quickly in the event of an emergency, notifies appropriate management, and follows safety protocols.
- Travels between various YAI facilities and supply stores (i.e., Home Depot, local hardware store, etc.) to purchase and/or transport supplies or to complete additional assignments, as directed.
- Adheres to company policies, safety regulations and OSHA requirements.
- Performs all other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualification Requirements including education, experience, licensure/certification, etc. and essential physical capabilities (e.g. lifting, assisting lifting, standing, etc.)
- High school diploma or GED
- Six (6) months related experience, including minor repairs and use of tools and equipment;
- Ability to perform designated responsibilities including lifting and/or carrying objects weighing up to 50 pounds; using power driven and regular hand tools, bending, crouching, kneeling and standing, working confined spaces, working outdoors in all kinds of weather conditions.
- Working knowledge of hand and power tools, common appliances, and devices.
- Ability to work independently, organized, and able to multitask.
- Valid NY State Driver's License (Vehicle Provided by YAI)
Preferred Qualification Requirements (desired requirements beyond MQRs above)
- Basic knowledge and awareness of ID/DD, including knowledge of their unique environmental needs.
If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of others through your maintenance expertise, we invite you to apply today and become part of our mission at YAI!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $16.83 - $18.58 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Experience:
- Maintenance: 1 year (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Brentwood, NY 11717 (Required)
Work Location: On the road
Salary : $17 - $19
