Job Description
Job Description
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 37 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.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Interaction with clients, vendors and funders:
- Act as liaison with vendors and Department of Homeless Services representatives.
- Outreach and establish relationships with supply vendors.
- Greet and direct vendors to appropriate locations for site repairs and inspections.
Documentation:
- Review invoices for accuracy and forward them to the Administrative Assistant and Operations coordinator for review and processing on a timely basis.
- Review maintenance work orders and assign work to porters and repair technicians as necessary.
- Maintain inventory log on a monthly basis for all equipment and tools operational, inoperable and discarded.
- Purchase building supplies and/or equipment, including maintaining appropriate
- Forward building inspection reports & inventory logs to the Residence Director and Operations Coordinator monthly.
- Complete program reports on a monthly basis, or more frequently as required.
- Complete annual performance evaluations for Porters and Technicians.
- Complete monthly performance progress reports for Porters and Technicians.
- Maintain training logs, office certificates, etc., to ensure compliance with regulatory agencies as well as BronxWorks requirements.
Administrative:
- Coordinate with Operations Coordinator and Building Management to maintain efficient operation of the physical plant
- Train and supervise Repair Technicians and Porters
- Maintain heating and ventilation systems centrally, in office locations, and in individual units
- Maintain boiler unit and develop schedules for filter cleanings, check of water levels, and boiler room maintenance
- Maintain common area lighting, emergency exit doors and lights, laundry facilities, pool areas, outdoor lighting, gymnasium lighting, entranceways and other exit doors, maintain sewer drains and traps
- Maintain all venting systems, including lint traps and dryers in laundry rooms
- Perform exterminating services on spot basis
- Participate in and be responsible for stand-by emergency schedule for evenings, weekends and holidays
- Responsible for cleaning, painting, and replacement of defective fixtures when an apartment becomes vacant
- Assist new residents in getting settled and acquainted with the operation of appliances. Fixtures, emergency equipment; prepare the apartment move-in inspection form.
- Conduct inspections as usual as required for preventative maintenance program and keep records of such inspection · Make weekly “roof to cellar” inspections
- Perform additional duties as assigned
Trainings/Supervision:
- Report to, and meet with, supervisor on a minimum monthly basis.
- Train staff on protocol, policies and procedures as needed.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the manage
QUALIFICATIONS
- High School Diploma or equivalent and at least two (2) years of experience working in a shelter, community center, or other large institutional setting
- Experience in building management, as well as initiating and developing building cleaning standards to conform with high levels of expectation
- Certification in operation of all fire department standards such as Standpipe with City Mains, Fire Drill Conductor, Maintenance of I side Alarm System, Supervision of Low PSI Oil Burner, etc.
- Proficiency in English required; proficiency in second language preferred
- Valid, clean driver’s license from the state in which the bearer resides preferred
- Basic computer skills
- Pool operator’s certificate preferred
REQUIRED CERTIFICATES
- FDNY boiler certificate of fitness P99 (Low PSI Oil Burner)
- FDNY sprinkler certificate of fitness (if the building has a sprinkler) S12
- FDNY standpipe certificate of fitness (if building has a standpipe) S13 & S14
- FDNY Fire Safety Coordinator Certificate of Fitness F80
- F85 at Willow (Fire Safety Director/ Active Shooter and Medical
Emergency Prep) - OSHA 10-hour class
- Requirements are subject to change.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Ability to use a computer for prolonged periods.
- Ability to lift, pull, push and/or move a minimum of 60 pounds
- Ability to stand, walk, crouch or sit for long periods of time
- Ability to climb five flights of stairs, if required to conduct home visits and/or fieldwork.
- Ability to bend and retrieve objects and/or documents.
- Ability to travel in the boroughs of New York City and its adjacent counties via public transportation.
- Ability to travel for a minimum of 1 mile within a reasonable amount of time and in all types of weather, including inclement weather, if required to conduct home visits and/or field work.
BronxWorks seeks to build an inclusive organization grounded in respect for differences. BronxWorks is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified candidates and employees pursuant to applicable law. This commitment applies to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, compensation, training and employee development, placement, promotion, demotion, upgrading, downgrading, transfer, layoff and termination. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. If you require reasonable accommodation as part of the application process, please contact hrbenefits@bronxworks.org.