
Job Information
Developmental Disabilities Institute Maintenance Mechanic in Ronkonkoma, New York
Description
DDI's Maintenance Mechanic maintains buildings and homes in a professional manner and offers suggestions on how to best maintain buildings and homes. Must have prior experience as a carpenter, plumber, electrician, painter or landscaper.
Salary Range: $17.85 - $21.42 / hour
Shifts Available:
Responsibilities:
Maintain buildings and homes in a professional and safe manner
Complete work orders and job assignments in a timely and professional manner
Interact appropriately and politely with all staff and clients
Offer suggestions on how best to maintain buildings and homes
Identify and repair all potential safety, maintenance or citation issues
Keep appropriate records and receipts
On call 24-7 for all agency emergencies
Must be available for snow and ice removal
Must be flexible to stay late, or come in early or work weekends for projects or agency events as assigned
Must be willing to perform all aspects of work in the Maintenance Dept. on an “as needed” basis (mop calls, landscaping, painting, cleaning, etc.)
Qualifications:
Must possess a skill in one of the following trades: carpenter, plumbing, electrical, painting and/or landscaping
NYS drivers license and approved to drive DDI vehicles
Essential Requirements:
Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects
Twist/kneel/bend/squat/pull
Stand on minimum 6 ft. ladder
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions
DDI is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to actual or perceived race, color, sex, pregnancy, reproductive decision making, gender expression or identity, national origin, disability, military status, creed, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, status as a victim of domestic violence or any other group protected by federal, state or local law. We are committed to creating a deep sense of belonging and a culture where all applicants and employees feel welcomed, valued and respected. We are people inspired by purpose.