Maintenance Technician

*$500 Sign-on Bonus!*

Options for Community Living, Inc. is looking for a Building Mechanic to join our team! An ideal candidate should meet the following requirements:

• High School Diploma
• Experience in various types of general maintenance work including minor electrical repair, minor plumbing, painting, and general maintenance duties and skills in crafts, such as plumbing, or carpentry.
• Must have access to tools. Will be required to use own tools for work.
• Must have access to a truck or work van. Valid driver's license, safe driving record, valid auto insurance and access to a vehicle is required.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Must have a friendly demeanor and have strong organizational and time management skills.
• Familiarity using a tablet, such as an iPad, to communicate by email and keep track of work is preferred.
• Bilingual preferred (English/Spanish speaking).

Our Benefits include:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Generous PTO: 5 Wellness Days, 10-22 Vacation Days, 8 Sick Days, 11 Paid Holidays - yearly
• 403(b) retirement plan with an employer match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Assistance
• Wellness Initiatives
• Paid Training & On-the-Job Training
• Promotional Opportunities
• Mileage reimbursement
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account

Salary Range: $30.00/hr. - $35.00/hr.

The above salary range represents Options for Community Living's good faith and reasonable estimate of potential compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job posting and may be modified in the future. When determining a salary offer, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., years of relevant experience, education level, language skillset, credentials, professional licensure, budget, and internal equity).

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM (35 hours/week)

Location:In person with site visits in Nassau & Suffolk County

Pay Type: Non-exempt

Responsibilities:

The Building Mechanic will perform general maintenance functions and minor repairs at the residences in a professional manner. Perform routine preventive maintenance to ensure that the buildings operate efficiently, and that the physical condition of buildings does not deteriorate.

• Ensure health, safety, and energy efficiency at residences on a regular basis.
• Perform general maintenance mechanic work such as carpentry, wall repair, and minor plumbing repairs.
• Respond appropriately to work orders for minor repairs on a daily/weekly basis.
• Perform general maintenance of the residences such as caulking tubs, bush/hedge trimming, replacing blinds, and power-washing exterior of homes.
• Prepare and make repairs to the residence as needed before new tenants move in.
• Paint interior as needed.
• Repair broken windows. Install doors as needed.
• Install smoke/carbon detectors, locks, and bathroom rails as needed. Master locks as needed.
• Maintain inventory and order supplies on a monthly basis or as needed.
• Perform general maintenance mechanic tasks as part of a working team to rehabilitate houses with multiple repair needs on an occasional basis.
• May instruct clients on certain maintenance procedures or oversee clients who routinely assist with grounds keeping and other maintenance chores.
• Pick up supplies from retail stores and transport material from site to site as needed.
• Complete basic administrative tasks including, but not limited to, work orders, receipts, mileage forms, safety inspection reports, etc.