Maintenance Worker
Company: Community Access Inc
Location: New York City
Posted on: February 16, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Founded in 1974, Community
Access continues to uphold and operate as a pioneer of supportive
housing and social services in NYC for people with mental health
concerns. We proudly lead advocacy efforts that rally our community
to promote human rights, social justice, and economic opportunities
for all. We are built upon the simple truth that people are experts
in their own lives. Our programs are spread across 25 locations and
include over 1200 units of supportive housing in three boroughs,
the Howie the Harp Advocacy Center, Peer-driven Crisis Respite
Center, Adult Home Initiative, Assertive Community Treatment (ACT)
and the Intensive Mobile Team (IMT). Program/Department
Description: The property management department acts as the
managing agent for (1) buildings that Community Access (CA) owns or
controls; (2) buildings for which CA has contracted to provide
property management services; and (3) individual apartments in
other buildings that are part of CA’s “scattered site” supportive
housing programs. The property management department is responsible
for lease maintenance, rent collection, property financial reports
and compliance with government regulations (such as Low-Income
Housing Tax Credits, HOME, and Housing Trust Fund). Position
Overview The Maintenance Worker is responsible for daily cleaning
and maintenance of the building to ensure that a safe and adequate
living environment is provided to tenants, staff and visitors at
all times. Qualifications Have an understanding, appreciation, and
commitment to the philosophy and mission of Community Access.
Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent (GED). Minimum of
one year of training or two years of work experience in related
trades. Knowledge of appropriate cleaning agents. Ability to
operate and maintain appropriates machines such as buffer, wet/dry
vacuum, etc. Ability to work overtime hours as needed Ability to
regularly lift and carry items that weigh up to 100 lbs. Must be
able to walk up several flights of stairs. Possess the aptitude and
work skills for custodial/janitorial duties. Must have good
communication skills. Must have good interpersonal skills. Must be
fingerprinted and cleared by the New York State Justice Center.
Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. Interested candidates
should apply on www.communityaccess.org/jobs. Community Access is
an Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/D/V. Women, People of Color and
Members of the LGBT community are strongly encouraged to apply. We
are dedicated to a workforce where at least 51% of our employees
identify as having a personal experience using mental health
services. www.communityaccess.org
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