We are a team of trusted health care providers, educators, and fierce advocates committed to advancing equity and improving health outcomes in communities that face systemic barriers to quality, innovative sexual and reproductive health services -- including birth control, pregnancy testing, emergency contraception, cancer screenings, STI testing and treatment, HIV testing and prevention, transgender hormone therapy, wellness exams, crisis counseling, and financial counseling. PPGNY also proudly provides compassionate, nonjudgmental abortion services.
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As the Facilities Assistant, you will be responsible for effectively responding to all issues that affect the Facilities of PPGNY Region 2, as well as assisting in other regions as needed.
Additional responsibilities include: - Oversee building and ground maintenance including housekeeping, yard maintenance, moving furniture and any other special projects
- Analyze building needs and recommend solutions within financial constraints and be responsible for building repairs including but not limited to: carpentry work and repair, change light fixtures and ballasts, minor HVAC repairs, minor plumbing repairs, roof inspections, prep and paint walls as needed, major plumbing and roofing repairs
- Supervise external contractors during capital improvements; Checks completed work by vendors and contractors
- Responsible for overseeing the work of cleaning personnel as required
- Install and change locks and doors as needed or outsource work to appropriate vendor
- Prioritize and respond to emergent situations, analyze and take appropriate action which may include outsourcing the work and maintain and efficiently respond to tickets
- Performing audits and inspections at the direction of Facilities Management Team
You Have:- High School diploma or GED
- Professional knowledge may be obtained through formal education and/or through work experience
- Prior work experience: at least 5 years prior work experience in the areas of construction, electrical, plumbing, and/or HVAC
- Current Valid Drivers License and reliable transportation
- Ability to use power tools.
- This is a full-time position located within Oneida County New York, and involves travel within the County and New York State about 70% of the time. Primary travel will be between the Rome and Utica locations with travel to other regional locations approximately 10% of the time
- Valid NYS issued driver’s license
PPGNY's benefits package includes:
Generous PTO and holiday schedule
Medical, dental and vision coverage options for you and eligible dependents
FSA, HSA, Commuter pre-tax reimbursement funds
Short- and Long-Term Disability, Free Basic Life and AD&D
401(k) Retirement Plan with Safe Harbor contributions after 1 year of employment
All positions at PPGNY require:
Proof of immunization or immunity to certain communicable diseases (including influenza during the flu season and Covid-19) and testing for tuberculosis. These certifications are required by the NYC DOHMH Health Code, NYSDOH and OSHA.
Planned Parenthood of Greater New York (PPGNY) is a leading provider, educator, and advocate of sexual and reproductive health care in New York State. PPGNY is proud to provide a wide-range of family planning services at our brick-and-mortar health centers and mobile care units. We care for everyone regardless of their immigration status, zip code or ability to pay. PPGNY’s education and outreach programs are backed by medically accurate, evidence-based information that allows people to make informed decisions about their health and future. As a voice for reproductive freedom, PPGNY supports legislation and policies that ensure all New Yorkers have access to the full range of reproductive health care and education.
At PPGNY, we provide the absolute best care to our patients and our communities through innovative health care delivery and education programming. We care for everyone who walks through our doors regardless of insurance, ability to pay or immigration status. As a leading voice for reproductive freedom, PPGNY fiercely advocates for policies to ensure that all New Yorkers will have access to the full range of reproductive health care services and information.
PPGNY is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We believe we are most impactful when people with a wide range of backgrounds, experiences, and identities come together with common purpose. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.
