Maintenance Worker - U

Make an Impact.

At Well Life Network, every role plays a vital part in empowering people to live their best lives. As part of one of New York’s largest nonprofit health and human services organizations, you’ll join a team dedicated to compassion, inclusion, and excellence — helping individuals and families thrive every day.

Ensures the facility is maintained in a clean and sanitary condition and in a state of good repair. This position may have supervised / unsupervised contact and or conversational interaction with consumers while working in the residences, day treatments and habilitation facilities.

• Maintains a clean, sanitary environment. Sweeps, mops floors and disinfects bathrooms if events (i.e.: major floods) require it.
• Responsible for ensuring that assigned site(s) is in good repair (i.e.: paint, plaster, repair furniture and property as needed). Ensure that site(s) are in compliance with all fire and life safety codes by conducting on‑site inspections.
• Complete facility specific inspection checklists on monthly basis including but not limited to vehicle, fire extinguisher, emergency light, clothes dryer vent, boiler/water temperature, and stair chair/wheelchair lift.
• Completes work orders as assigned by supervisor (via text, verbally, in‑person & hard‑copy) and maintains record of all completed work.
• Keeps appropriate records on all work performed and ensures that all necessary paperwork is completed.
• Responsible for ensuring that emergencies and unsafe conditions at the site(s) are immediately addressed.
• Keeps sidewalks, yards, stairs, driveways, and steps clean of debris. Duties may require shoveling snow, as well as salting and sanding areas.
• Responsible for the storage and inventory of all necessary maintenance equipment and submission of required reports.
• Keeps bathrooms stocked with paper towels, toilet tissue and soap (site specific).
• Tracks inventory of janitorial supplies and submits required reports (site specific).
• Required to lift heavy objects such as furniture, garbage, appliances, etc. up to fifty pounds (50 lbs.).
• Must be able to bend, crouch and work in a kneeling position.
• Must be able to carry & set a ladder, ascend and descent ladders, stairs and stepstools in accordance with OSHA guidelines.
• Must be able to access confined spaces and perform work as needed in areas such as attics, crawlspaces, beneath sinks & kitchen cabinetry.
• Checks air conditioning/heating systems, hot water heater, pipes for leaks (water, gas & sewer), laundry equipment (including vents & appliances, and other site equipment for signs of wear and tear and alerts supervisor to the condition.
• Attend certificate and non‑certificate classes as well as other trainings as required.
• Required to work during emergencies such as snow/inclement weather, weekends & holidays.
• Must attend monthly staff meeting.
• Work schedules and locations are subject to change.
• Other duties as required.
• Position may require driving an agency vehicle.
• Must be able to utilize hand‑tools such as screwdrivers, hammers, saws, drills & toilet snake, etc. following OSHA guidelines.

High school or equivalency diploma and experience in general maintenance work. Hands‑on knowledge of plumbing, heating and air conditioning systems preferred. Valid driver’s license.

• Compensation:
  Competitive hourly rate based on experience.
• Robust Benefits:
  Medical, dental, vision, and 401k retirement plan (with matching).
• Work‑Life Balance:
  Paid time off, holidays, and personal days.
• Wellness Program:
  Free and low‑cost gym and wellness access and support.
• Training & Growth:
  Ongoing professional development and career advancement opportunities.
• Meaningful Work:
  Direct impact on the lives of youth and their families.
• Supportive Environment: A collaborative team that values your contributions