Maintenance Worker at The Doe Fund Inc

New York, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

13 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

15 Oct, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Operating Small Engine Equipment, Route Following, Equipment Maintenance, Safety Compliance, Debris Removal, Snow and Ice Removal, Physical Requirements

Industry

Individual and Family Services

Description

Let’s Connect! Are you ready to embark on a new career endeavor? Join The Doe Fund on our mission to break the cycles of homelessness, addiction, and recidivism. Our flagship Ready, Willing & Able (RWA) program provides paid transitional work experience, transitional housing, advanced occupational training, and comprehensive supportive services to individuals experiencing homelessness. The Doe Fund is also one of New York City’s largest nonprofit developers of permanent affordable and supportive housing, with more than 1,900 units in operation or pre-development. The Doe Fund has an annual operating budget of $73 million and a full-time staff of nearly 500, a significant portion of whom are graduates of our programs. The Doe Fund is contracted by EDC to provide support services for its Clean-Up Corp Programs hiring approximately 55 full-time workers. These Clean-Up Corps Programs – Graffiti Free NYC and Clean NYC are the City’s principal task forces for removing graffiti and cleaning New York streets across five boroughs and work in close coordination with City Hall and the Mayor’s Office on high priority requests. Work consists of: site cleanup, beautification, area maintenance, graffiti and snow removal. The Doe Fund also provides additional vocational and job training, with the goal of improving their career trajectory and gaining higher paid employment. Program Overview: The Clean NYC program was announced in 2016 as a joint effort between the Mayor’s Office and NYCEDC. The program brought regular power-washing capabilities and garbage collection to clean sidewalks in heavily trafficked corridors in all five boroughs, with the goal to build welcoming, vibrant communities and business districts. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: (including but not limited to) * Operating Small Engine Equipment: operating the street sweeper, weed whacker and trimmer to maintain streets and sidewalks, collecting debris, and ensuring proper disposal. * Route Following: Adhering to assigned routes and schedules to ensure thorough cleaning of the area. * Equipment Maintenance: Performing routine maintenance on street sweeping equipment. * Safety Compliance: Ensuring that all work is completed to specifications and in compliance with health and safety regulations. * Debris Removal: Removing litter, debris, and other contaminants from streets, sidewalks, and public areas. * Snow and Ice Removal: In some regions, removing snow and ice from streets during winter months. * Outdoors: Street cleaning is typically performed outdoors in all weather conditions. * Exposure to Dust and Noise: Workers may be exposed to dust, noise, and traffic. * Potential Hazards: Exposure to potential hazards such as debris, hazardous materials, and traffic. Qualifications: * Valid Driver's License. * Clean Driving Record: A clean driving record is essential. * Physical Requirements: The ability to perform physical requirements such as lifting, bending, and standing for extended periods. * Experience: Experience with street sweeping equipment or other sanitation-related work is often preferred. *****ATTENDANCE FOR SNOW REMOVAL IS MANDATORY*****

Responsibilities

The Maintenance Worker will operate small engine equipment for street cleaning and maintenance, ensuring thorough cleaning of assigned routes. Responsibilities also include debris removal and compliance with health and safety regulations.