Facilities & Grounds Assistant|Excellent Benefits!

The Position : We’re looking for a full-time Facilities & Grounds Assistant. The work week is Monday-Friday (40 hours per week), with shared on-call rotation for emergencies outside of regular business hours.

The Organization: Camphill Ghent, Inc. located in Chatham, NY opened in 2012 and provides independent and assistant living residence to 70 residents in an elder community setting.

Why Should You Apply?

• All health insurance copays, deductibles, and prescriptions are paid by Camphill Ghent and there is no waiting period. This leaves you with more take-home pay!
• We offer generous paid time off (4 paid weeks off per year to start). Plus up to 14 paid holidays.
• We encourage and support good health and wellbeing by offering an annual wellness stipend of $1000--this can be used for a new kayak, fitness equipment, massages, etc!
• Other benefits include dental and vision insurance, a 401k retirement plan with an employer contribution, and a diverse, beautiful, and non-traditional work environment.

Requirements:

• Requires prolonged sitting or standing.
• Requires physical exertion to manually move, lift, carry, pull, or push heavy objects or materials.
• Requires stooping, kneeling, crawling, bending, turning, and reaching.
• Must be capable of working indoors and outdoors year-round in all conditions.
• One year of maintenance and grounds experience or any equivalent experience in a trade is preferred but not required.
• Has good problem-solving abilities and a demonstrated ability to effectively communicate verbally.
• Must be able to speak, read and write English.
• Must have a valid NY driver's license.
• High school education or equivalent GED required.

Responsibilities:

• Performs necessary and preventative maintenance and upkeep as required. This includes a variety of tasks in the building and grounds trades including plumbing, carpentry, painting, mowing, equipment operation, and snow removal.
• Performs all preventative maintenance needed to maintain Camphill Ghent vehicles (except vehicles assigned to resident staff) in good condition.
• Assists in snow removal and sanding, including operating snow removal equipment, shoveling, and removing snow and ice from designated areas such as roofs, sidewalks, and entryways as required.
• Repair or replace drywall damage including mudding, seam/corners taping and sanding.
• Performs landscape and lawn care maintenance, including planting shrubs, trees, and flowers; pruning trees and shrubs; watering, raking leaves and mowing. Required to operate large power lawn mowers, edgers, and hand tools.
• Ensures the proper storage and labeling of all maintenance equipment and supplies.
• Assists with set up and break down of events.
• Must be able to communicate clearly and effectively, with management, staff, and residents in a respectful manner.
• Plan, organize and prioritize work to meet deadlines and accomplish assigned tasks within established timelines.
• Work effectively both independently and as part of a team, establishing and maintaining cooperative work relationships.
• Willingness and ability to participate in on-call rota to address occasional maintenance issues after hours and on weekends.
• Performs housekeeping duties in absence of housekeepers.
• Assists department as needed with all other duties as assigned.

Application Process:

• Send resume or completed employment application to [email protected].
• Applications will be reviewed upon receipt and candidates will be contacted if they are selected for an initial interview.
• Employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of required Department of Health criminal background checks, and receipt of required medical certification.
• For more information about this position, please contact Human Resources.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.50 - $21.50 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person