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Driver/Maintenance Worker, The Landing Family Center

CAMBA, Elmhurst, NY, United States


Driver/Maintenance Worker

The person filling this position is expected, under general supervision, to: (1) aid individuals and/or families requiring social service assistance; (2) in collaboration with clients, interview and evaluate clients and formulate independent living plans; and (3) locate and make use of appropriate community resources for clients; including the following:
Maintain professional relationships with clients and client confidentiality.
Practice Universal Precautions/Standard Protocol & Procedures.
Comply with any and all Federal, State, City and CAMBA security and privacy policies intended to protect the security and privacy of individually identifiable health information.
Identify and document all maintenance issues on work order form.
Immediately report maintenance equipment issues (i.e., inoperable, missing, etc.)
Comply with all maintenance regulatory requirements at all times.
Utilize appropriate safety standards (i.e., wear safety goggles, masks, appropriate attire) and display safety signs when performing tasks.
Clean rugs, carpets, upholstered furniture, window blinds, and draperies.
Clean and sanitize toilets, sinks, tubs, showers, shower fixtures, including walls, floors, curtains, stalls, and mirrors.
Replace light bulbs, light fixtures, light covers, electrical outlet covers and ballasts as needed.
Dust and/or wipe furniture, equipment, and ceiling fans.
Separate and transport trash, recyclables and waste to disposal area and consolidate for pickup.
Respond to and prepare for inclement weather (i.e., prepare sandbags, tie down loose outdoor items, remove snow and/or ice from the sidewalks, driveways and stairs, etc.).
Clean storm drains and gutters to ensure proper drainage.
Polish metalwork, including lighting fixtures.
Replenish bathroom supplies including toilet tissue, paper towels, and hand soap.
Wash walls, ceiling, woodwork, windows, sills and door panels, heating and cooling vents, and air conditioner filters.
Plaster and paint the interiors of buildings.
Replace door handles or locks as needed.
Remove graffiti from interior and exterior surfaces.
Replace cracked or missing floor tiles, wall tiles and ceiling tiles as necessary.
Perform daily pre-trip vehicle inspection prior to the first trip of the day.
Immediately report vehicle and/or equipment that are inoperable, missing or improperly utilized.
Complete vehicle travel log for all trips.
Assist passengers needing assistance in order to enter and/or exit the vehicle.
Keep the vehicle clean and/or free of litter at all times.
May make minor plumbing and electrical repairs.
May escort clients to appointments.
Must be able to carry at least 50 lbs
Tasks may be modified, expanded, and/or assigned over time.
Minimum Education/Experience Required:
Sufficient education and technical expertise to comprehend written and oral instructions (work orders); to accomplish maintenance tasks; and to document accomplished tasks.
Other Requirements:
Must obtain State Central Registry (SCR) clearance, The Register of Substantiated Category One Cases of Abuse or Neglect aka Staff Exclusion List (SEL) clearance and Criminal history information checks via fingerprinting with New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services prior to start of employment.
Ability to maintain clearances throughout the duration of employment.
Must obtain Annual PPD Test.
Required to become First Aid/CPR certified.
Required to become certified in overdose prevention.
Required to work some weekends and holidays
Bi-lingual preferred.
Certificates and Licenses:
DOH Certified Food Handler.
Compensation: $19.06 hourly
Status: Full-time (35 hours per week) Benefits: CAMBA offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, dental insurance, 403(b) retirement plan with employer match, paid time off (vacation, personal, and sick time), and paid holidays.
CAMBA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value a diverse workforce and inclusive workplace. People of color, people with disabilities, and lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people are encouraged to apply. We consider all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, socio-economic status, marital or veteran status, pregnancy status or sexual orientation.