Maintenance Mechanic - Yonkers

JOB TITLE:                     SCATTERED SITE MECHANIC                                             

DEPARTMENT:                  HOUSING PROGRAMS               

FLSA:                            NON - EXEMPT

LOCATION:                     YONKERS

SALARY:                              $18 - $21 per hour

SUMMARY: 

Responsible for the performance and delivery of quality services to Westhab properties.  These services include, general repairs in plumbing, electrical, painting and plastering, as well as changing locks and repairs to appliances.  Reports to the Facility Manager.  Proof of COVID-19 vaccine is required.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Complete assigned work orders and return to Warehouse Clerk.
• Assist with apartment turnover repair/upgrade of scattered site units.
• Trouble shoot and make repairs to electrical, plumbing and HVAC systems
• Consult with Lead Mechanic on status of repairs needed for units
• Assist with the preparation of scope-of-work for units
• Prepare daily field reports and communicate to Lead Mechanic of repairs needed.
• Maintain good communication between clients/tenants and staff
• Respond to emergencies and participate with on-call rotation
• Other duties as assigned.

EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: 

High School diploma or equivalent required.  Minimum two years experience as a mechanic; apprentice skills with the ability to perform repairs on doors, plumbing work, and carpentry required. Must have a clean, valid NYS driver’s license. Good verbal and written communication skills required.

AGENCY PROFILE & EMPLOYEE EXPECTATIONS:

Westhab is a prominent community development organization, providing housing and supportive services for more than 10,000 of the most vulnerable members of our community each year. We are staffed by an extraordinary group of hard working professionals that are fully committed to our mission - Building Communities. Changing Lives. Working at Westhab is not easy. Our expectations for all staff are high. We believe that the people and the communities that we have the privilege to serve deserve our very best every day. We are a results-driven organization that focuses on empowerment and impact. If you want to apply for this opportunity, it should only be because you feel ready for the challenges and expectations that come with joining this kind of team. (EOE)

OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH ADMINISTRATION (OSHA):

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) ensures safe and healthful working conditions to workers by setting and enforcing standards and by providing training, outreach, education and assistance.  Westhab complies with all applicable OSHA standards, rules and regulations in addition to keeping our workplaces free of serious recognized hazards.