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Utility Mechanic

Type of Position Full time

Search Location(s) Fishkill, NY

Job Brief

The Utility Mechanic is responsible for repairing and maintaining facility buildings, equipment, and grounds to ensure a safe, functional, and well-maintained environment.

Shift Worked:

Monday -Friday: 8:00AM - 4:00PM

Weekly Hours:

37.5

FLSA Status:

Non Exempt

Pay range:

$21.00 hr -$21.00 hr

Position Duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

+ Perform routine maintenance of buildings and grounds, including minor repairs, fixture installation, and window replacement.

+ Respond to maintenance emergencies promptly under the direction of the Maintenance Supervisor.

+ Communicate regularly with the Maintenance Supervisor regarding the status of maintenance supplies, tools, and equipment.

+ Order, pick up, and deliver maintenance supplies as approved by the supervisor.

+ Complete basic home repairs, including but not limited to:

+ Painting and caulking

+ Minor wall and door repairs

+ Basic electrical and plumbing work

+ Wallpapering

+ Buff and wax floors as needed in assigned facilities.

+ Perform maintenance-related duties as assigned by the Maintenance Supervisor.

+ Complete all assignments in a timely and efficient manner.

+ Perform all other duties as assigned.

Requirements

+ Minimum of one year of experience performing minor repairs, including electrical, plumbing, and carpentry work preferred

+ High School Diploma or GED Required

+ Valid New York State driver’s license and ability to meet insurance requirements for operation of agency vehicles

+ Willingness and ability to travel to other agency locations as needed

+ Compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, policies, and procedures

+ Adherence to the agency’s Corporate Compliance Program, including completion of all required annual training and full cooperation with compliance-related investigations

Physical Demands

The physical demands described below are representative of those required to perform the essential functions of this position.

+ Frequent standing and walking; occasional sitting

+ Frequent bending, kneeling, squatting, twisting, and reaching

+ Frequent use of hands and arms for grasping, handling, and operating tools

+ Frequent climbing of stairs, ramps, and ladders (indoors and outdoors)

+ Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull items weighing up to 50 pounds

+ Requires sufficient vision for close work, distance viewing, depth perception, peripheral vision, color vision, and focus adjustment

+ Ability to perform routine and special building maintenance tasks.

+ Ability to work flexible hours as assigned.

+ Ability to travel throughout the Hudson Valley as needed.

+ Ability to make minor repairs independently.

+ Proficiency in using hand and power tools.

+ Basic carpentry, plumbing, and electrical skills preferred.

+ Strong awareness of safety procedures and ability to recognize unsafe conditions.

+ Ability to perform heavy lifting.

+ Operates a variety of hand tools, power tools, and maintenance equipment required to safely and effectively perform assigned duties

License:

+ Valid New York State Driver’s License.

+ Must meet agency requirements for insurability