Repair Technician

Full-time
BronxWorks
BronxWorks helps individuals and families improve their economic and social well-being. From toddlers to seniors, we feed, shelter, teach, and support our neighbors to build a stronger community. In all aspects of our work, we strive for the highest ethical and performance standards and guided by the belief that people are to be treated with dignity and respect regardless of their present situation or past experiences. We have 50 locations throughout the borough providing a variety of programs that offer assistance in the areas of family, children and youth support, educational services, elder care, homelessness, mental health, and workforce development. We are an employer of choice for anyone interested in a meaningful career in the social services field.
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Description

Responsibilities:

  • Assist the Superintendent in any repair, as necessary. 
  • Provide light electrical repairs on appliances, fixtures, switches, outlets, circuits, etc. 
  • Perform light plumbing work, at a minimum outside the wall repairs; this includes clearing stoppages, replacement of fittings, changing of deck mounts and replacement of other fixtures and fixtures parts. 
  • Replace broken glass, tile, carpet, screens, garbage disposals, fixtures, appliance, and locks. 
  • Assist in groundwork when necessary. 
  • Assist in porter work, which includes: sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, emptying trash and cleaning windows. 
  • Perform swimming pool maintenance as assigned by supervisor. 
  • Assist with plumbing issues, work on floor and sheetrock issues, trace water leaks and check for bedbugs. 
  • Assist with electrical issues and compactor room clean-up. 
  • Perform other duties as assigned by manager. 
  • extra hours  and or overtime, as needed based on  operational needs.

Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or equivalent credentials. 
  • One to two years relevant experience in building repairs, including electrical, plumbing, locksmith and general maintenance. 
  • Certification in operation of all fire department standards such as Standpipe with City Mains, Fire Drill Conductor, Maintenance of I side Alarm System and Supervision of Low PSI Oil Burner. 
  • Proficiency in standards applied by the OSHA and Department of Health for kitchen operation, youth programs and congregate social service programs. 
  • Proficiency in English required; proficiency in a second language preferred. 
  • Ability to pass a physical skills test. 
  • Valid drivers license preferred. 
  • Pool operators certificate preferred. 
  • Strong mechanical skills. 
  • Strong communication and organization skills and the ability to work with multiple agency personnel. 

Salary: $38,786 annually