Preschool Assistant Teacher
Job Description
POSITION: Maintenance
DEPARTMENT: Youth Services
LOCATION: Unity Plaza Community Center, 576 Blake Ave Brooklyn, NY 11207
REPORTS TO: Program Director & Assistant Program Director
SALARY: $20.00/hr
DATES: July 2026 - June 2027
SCHEDULE: Monday - Friday, 5 pm - 10 pm. This position is performance-based, and it is also contingent on funding availability.
JOB SUMMARY:
Performs routine and extensive preventative maintenance and repair procedures in the community center, including mechanical equipment and utility systems.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND REQUIREMENTS:
High School Diploma or equivalent (GED) required
Candidate must be very responsible; organized & demonstrate positive communication skills
Ideal candidate is personable, energetic, & enthusiastic
Candidate must successfully complete the following: NYSDOH Fingerprinting Screening; New York State Clearance Review Background Check; 3 Reference Check; Physical w/ updated TB Test (Fees may apply)
If offered the position, must submit $25 fee for NY State Clearance Review
Candidates must be able to communicate effectively with all staff and participants while remaining professional at all times
Must demonstrate timeliness, attendance and most importantly, professionalism
The skills and knowledge required would generally be obtained with previous experience in building cleaning and maintenance work
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved oral or written instructions
Ability to relate to officials, staff and public in a courteous manner
Ability to acquire job skills with three months of on-the-job training
Ability to lift and carry objects weighing from 15 to 25 pounds
Ability to work occasionally in poor weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, or snow
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Receives oral or written orders from the Program Director or Assistant Program Director
Performs work according to standard procedure and by center’s operational schedule
Cleans rooms, hallways, restrooms, supply rooms, offices, stairways, windows and cleans outside grounds on an as needed basis
Uses brooms, mops, and floor equipment to sweep, mop, strip and wax floors
Uses vacuum cleaners to clean rugs, carpets, upholstered furniture and blinds
Dusts furniture and equipment
Washes walls, ceilings, woodwork, windows, doors and sills
Makes minor carpentry, electrical, mechanical and plumbing repairs
Performs touch up and finish painting
Empties wastebaskets
Replenishes restroom supplies and cleans restrooms
Replaces light bulbs
Sets up and tears down chairs, tables and equipment in meeting rooms, and function rooms
Clears snow from entrances and walkways
Picks up and delivers supplies and materials to rooms
Follows all applicable safety rules and procedures
Reports work accomplished orally or on written work order to PD or AD
Other duties as assigned
HOW TO APPLY:
Please submit a resume and thoughtful cover letter, outlining how your skills and experience meet the qualifications of the position you are applying for. If selected, we ask that you also provide us with three (3) professional references that we can contact (at least one (1) professional reference should be from a former supervisor). Please click on the link provided below, or use the link in a search bar, and apply online through our career center.
No phone calls, please!
Please be advised that job offers can only be made once your clearances come through!