PNWN0337355-0000
2025-06-11T00:00:00
2025-04-25T00:00:00
Duties: Putnam|Northern Westchester BOCES anticipates a vacancy for Maintenance Mechanic (Carpenter). Duties may include, but are not limited, to:Perform a wide variety of tasks including installation of drywall, doors, hardware, flooring, roofing, cabinets, windows, etc.;Plan projects and research products to make recommendations for purchase of supplies, materials and equipment relevant to the assignments;Read, understand and draw basic dimensional sketches and diagrams;Perform general operations and maintenance tasks such as groundskeeping, snow plowing, building repair, lifting and moving furniture;Operate and maintain power equipment such as power planers, band saw, table saw, chain saws, etc.;Instruct personnel that will assist with projects and assignments;Create and maintain preventive maintenance schedules and maintain logs of activities associated with the doors, windows, etc.;Use computer applications such as spreadsheets, word processing, calendar, email and database software in performing work assignments. Hours for this position are 2:30PM – 10:30PM, Tuesday through Friday, and 8:00AM-4:00PM Saturdays.Qualifications: Thorough knowledge of construction operations, maintenance, and repair techniques necessary for the efficient work associated with the carpentry trade;Thorough knowledge of job site safety, OSHA10 preferred;Strong working knowledge of the other trades involved in building maintenance and construction;Ability to coordinate with said trades to allow for streamlined and efficient projects;Ability to act quickly and efficiently in the event of an emergency such as window, door, floor and roof damage;Ability to read, write, understand and communicate in English sufficiently to perform the essential functions of the position;Ability to follow oral and written instructions and maintain intelligible and meaningful records;Ability to impart mechanical knowledge to others and coordinate efforts with other employees;Ability to multi-task and operate in a highly active work environment;Strong organizational skills;Physical strength and agility to prepare concrete forms, climb ladders/scaffolding, apply roofing shingles, install large areas of floor tiles and cove base, etc.;Physical condition commensurate with the duties of the position;Must be self-motivated and able to work independently;Must hold a valid license to operate a motor vehicle in New York State.Characteristics Desired: Four (4) years of related field work experience, of which the primary function of the position was maintenance of commercial structures in the Carpentry trade. Must be able to exercise independent judgement. Must be flexible and adaptable. Successful candidates must have a positive, can-do attitude and be committed to the BOCES Mission of Service and Innovation through Partnership.
Mechanic/Groundskeeper
Putnam/Northern Westchester BOCES
Lower Hudson Valley
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