1000+ Best distribution Jobs in Jersey City, NJ (September 2025)

Red Hook Initiative

Community Health Worker

22 days ago

New York

Job Description ABOUT RED HOOK INITIATIVE (RHI) Red Hook Initiative (RHI) is a community-based nonprofit working to improve the lives of the more than 6,500 residents of Red Hook Houses, Brooklyn's largest public housing complex. RHI believes that the social change to overcome systemic inequities begins with empowered youth, and that change in communities should come from within. In partnership with community adults, we nurture young people in Red Hook to be inspired, resilient, and healthy, and to envision themselves as co-creators of their lives, community, and society. Red Hook Farms, a project of Red Hook Initiative, is a youth-centered urban farming and food justice program in Red Hook, Brooklyn. We create opportunities for teens to expand their knowledge base, develop their leadership skills, and positively engage with each other, their community, and the environment. We operate two urban farm sites and our programs include a youth apprenticeship, weekly farm stands, a CSA farm share, a Garden Club for NYCHA residents, and farm visits for Red Hook schools. We strive to improve access to healthy, affordable produce for our community, on land that we steward with intention and care, while nurturing a new generation of green leaders. Youth development, community building, and community hiring are at the core of RHI's approach to strengthen Red Hook's future. Our model gives young people and residents the tools, resources, and opportunities they need to interrupt the systems and barriers that perpetuate historic inequities for the community. Residents lead the way toward a more equitable, hopeful future. Over our 20-year history, RHI's model and dedicated team have been nationally recognized for its innovative, place-based approach to social change. JOB SUMMARY RHI seeks a Community Health Worker (CHW) to support the Food as Medicine program. The CHW will oversee program enrollment, support with produce pick up, and plan workshops and activities for program participants related to community building, healthy eating, and supporting individuals with chronic illness. The CHW will split their time between RHI's office and the Columbia Street Farm and should be prepared to spend most of the day on their feet and work outdoors in inclement weather as needed. Candidates must be willing to work Saturdays, June-November. The Food as Medicine program provides $25 weekly vouchers for 30 food-insecure and/or chronically ill households in Red Hook to use at the Red Hook Farm Stand June-November. This program was developed in partnership with the Red Hook Community Health Network as a way to increase access to fresh produce, fruit, and eggs while also reducing the economic burden caused by high food costs. ESSENTIAL DUTIES + RESPONSIBILITIES Food as Medicine Program ● Conduct outreach and enrollment for the Food as Medicine program. ● Provide ongoing support to Food as Medicine participants throughout the June-November program season by sending weekly reminder texts/calls and managing enrollment and attendance issues. ● Maintain program participation and survey records. ● Assist with weekly produce pick up at the Columbia Street Farm on Saturdays from 10-2pm (June-November). ● Plan engagement opportunities/workshops at the Columbia Street Farm and other neighborhood locations that emphasize healthy eating and healthy lifestyle habits for those with chronic illness. ● Support the Community Nutritionist with weekly food demonstrations at the Columbia Street Farm. ● Oversee program evaluation, survey distribution, and yearly reporting for Food as Medicine program. Food-Related Social Needs ● Provide connection and referrals to dietary support programs and resources such as: ○ Medically tailored meals ○ Food prescriptions ○ Fresh produce and non-perishable groceries ○ Cooking supplies and kitchenware ● Collaborate with the Community Nutritionist to schedule 1:1 nutrition counseling sessions for residents. May be assigned other duties and responsibilities as determined by the Red Hook Community Health Network Manager. COMPETENCIES (Knowledge, Skills & Personal Attributes) ● Deep connection to and knowledge of the Red Hook community. ● Passionate about health equity and food justice. ● Able to work as part of a team, yet take initiative and work independently. ● Able to work outdoors and in inclement weather, and willing to be on their feet for most of the day. ● Written and oral fluency in English and Spanish or Mandarin is preferred. EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE ● Computer skills and proficiency with Google (specifically Gmail and Google Drive). ● Successful completion of a Community Health Worker (CHW) formal training program is preferred. If training hasn't been completed, the candidate should be willing to pursue a CHW training supported by partners of the Red Hook Initiative. ● Experience supporting others through health-related challenges or reaching health-related goals. ● High school graduate or equivalent required. WORKING CONDITIONS (ENVIRONMENT) & PHYSICAL DEMANDS ● The RHI work environment is characteristic of a typical indoor office/program environment and the noise level is generally moderate. Time will also be spent at the Red Hook Farm where the employee will be outside and on their feet. ● While performing the essential duties and responsibilities of the job, the employee will be required to operate a computer and other office equipment. ● This job is based on-site at RHI's main program office and the farm in Red Hook, Brooklyn. The ideal candidate will either be a resident of Red Hook or one of its neighboring communities or will be within reasonable commuting distance to RHI's main program office. COMMITMENT TO DEI & EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY RHI actively engages individuals from all backgrounds and is committed to embracing diversity across all areas and aspects of the organization. We firmly believe that an atmosphere of civility and mutual respect towards individual differences and embracing an inclusive and equitable environment is indispensable to building a successful organization, contributing to a positive and meaningful employment experience for staff, and advancing the best possible outcomes for the clients served by RHI's programs. We are also committed to community hiring and supporting the job prospects of Red Hook residents. As an equal opportunity employer, RHI is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified individuals and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, disability, age, marital status, military status, veteran status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, or any other characteristic or basis prohibited by applicable law. COMPENSATION & BENEFITS RHI strives to offer a competitive compensation and benefits package that reflects our core values and commitment to our employees. The salary range for this position is $28/hour to, commensurate with an employee's or candidate's competencies and experience. This position will require work on Saturdays June through November. RHI provides a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental and vision coverage, an employee assistance program (EAP), 403b retirement plan, flexible spending accounts for out-of-pocket health, dependent and commuter expenses, life insurance and 24 PTO days. TO APPLY Please log on to the RHI career portal at: to apply for this position. Please be prepared to upload your cover letter and resume as one combined PDF document. Job Posted by ApplicantPro

CoreSite

Facilities & Data Center Technician III - Day Shift (NY3) (1582)

22 hours ago

Secaucus

Job Description About Coresite At CoreSite, we empower a more connected future through high-performance data centers and interconnection solutions. Recognized as a trusted partner in digital transformation, our strategically located facilities and innovative services enable businesses to connect, collaborate, and grow in an ever-evolving technological landscape. Our culture is defined by operational excellence and a relentless drive for innovation. We foster a collaborative environment where every team member is valued, wins are celebrated as a team, and ownership is part of our DNA. At CoreSite, we’re not just building state-of-the-art infrastructure—we’re creating a community of forward-thinkers committed to solving complex challenges and delivering exceptional customer experiences. At CoreSite not only are we Committed to Excellence, but we also Build Connections, Own It, Do the Right Thing, Have Fun, and Win as a Team. Join us and be part of a team that is shaping the future of digital infrastructure while nurturing your professional growth and success. Data Center Technician III Role - The Data Center Technician III assists in the operational integrity, security, and regulatory compliance of the data center. The technician is to have a strong knowledge of telecommunications, mechanical, electrical, and life safety systems as well as data center operating procedures. We are currently hiring for the Day Shift: 7:00AM - 3:30PM A Tier III technician will be responsible for day to day operations of the data center including facilities and telecommunication infrastructure. The responsibilities are wide ranging and multi-disciplinary. Mechanical responsibilities will include working on chilled water systems and components, HVAC systems such as roof top units, CRAC/CRAH units, humidification systems, and central plant operations. Electrical responsibilities will include working on electrical/critical power distribution from the Utility/Generator main switchgear through the UPS systems out to the customer load including power circuit installations. Fire Life Safety responsibilities will include monitoring wet sprinkler systems and pre-action sprinkler systems as well as their associated detection devices. Telecommunications responsibilities will include cross connect installations, cabling infrastructure management, advanced remote hands support, and customer cage and cabinet build outs. Responsibilities will include customer infrastructure build-outs (cage builds, overhead installations, rack and stack), cable termination and testing, maintenance work, monitoring and responding to mechanical, electrical, fire protection, telecom, and security systems. These systems include, transformers, PLC’s, generators, switchgear, UPS systems, STS’, ATS’ PDU’s, chilled water systems, CRAC/CRAH, wet sprinkler systems and pre-action sprinkler, network equipment, transmission media, cabling infrastructure, security hardware, and CCTV. Duties: • Completion of CoreSite’s Data Center Operations Qualification Program to the tier level at which you are hired within the first nine (9) months of employment., • Operate, monitor, maintain, and respond to abnormal conditions in facilities systems. Areas include: Electrical, Mechanical, Communications, Building Monitoring and Control., • Tracking and trending operational characteristics., • Provide feedback to management on the effectiveness of existing standards and processes., • Works with contractors and consultants for all system expansions, corrections and upgrades, • Work with the senior technicians to track and complete an aggressive preventive and predicative maintenance schedule., • Ensure data center operates at maximum operational efficiency, including analyzing existing operating conditions, recommending new technologies, and improving overall efficiency and cost reduction as per CoreSite guidelines. Ideal candidate will have a demonstrated technical ability and innovative thinking cross functionally, including integrated systems and IT., • Manage systems to avoid unplanned, customer-impacting outages., • Navigate and utilize a CMMS system., • Provide day-to-day exceptional customer service and support., • Maintain and complete regular facility and security tours documenting and responding to found issues., • Assist with the database management of maintenance discrepancies and work with to resolve site issues based on agreed upon priorities., • Follow direction from data center management regarding the data floor and back of house mechanical loading capacity thereby ensuring that the cooling system is operating at its highest efficiency., • Trouble Ticket and Remote Hands Management, • Fiber and Copper cabling terminations, • Circuit path creation and verification, • Coordinate and oversee power installations and upgrades, • Work Order Completion Process, • Infrastructure projects (Internal/Customer), • Cage and Cabinet Build-Outs, • Overhead Installations, • Rack and Stack, • Use developed procedures to solve problems, • Assist in asset and consumable inventory management., • Responsible for the tracking and proper labeling of all equipment per established procedures., • Incident escalation, response, and follow-up report writing, • Manage building service requests through resolution., • Perform and complete work orders and customer service tickets in a timely manner, • Serve in a technical writing capacity in regard to the derivation of procedures for preventative or corrective maintenance activities., • Adhere to and promote CoreSite’s Principles of Operational Excellence This position is required to interact with CoreSite personnel, vendors, partners, contractors and clients. Knowledge • Firm and proven understanding of the electrical and mechanical systems used in a data center environment., • Firm and proven understanding of fiber optics / cabling infrastructure and industry best practices., • Firm and proven understanding of Proficient knowledge of NEC, NFPA 70E, NFPA 72, NFPA 25, and compliance issues as well as building codes in regard to fire life safety, • Proficient knowledge in industrial safety best practices (i.e. lockout/tag out, arc flash protection, OSHA and state regulations), • Proficient and experienced with data trending / tracking and analysis and ability to rapidly learn and use PC based, integrated critical monitoring systems Skills • Minimum of 2 years experience installing, maintaining, and/or troubleshooting large commercial and industrial systems including:, • Chilled Water Systems, • Large Centrifugal Chillers, • Cooling Towers, • Heat Exchangers, • Water Treatment Systems, • VFD’s and Pumps, • HVAC equipment, • CRAC/CRAH’s, • Humidification Systems, • BMS and PLC Controls, • Emergency Standby Diesel Generator Systems, • Fuel/Oil systems,, • 480/277 and 208/120 electrical generation and distribution, • Static UPS Systems, • Double Interlock Pre-Action Systems, • Communications cabling, • Cabling infrastructure, • Network infrastructure and hardware, • Experience laying out, pulling, dressing, and terminating fiber and copper communications cabling., • Experience diagnosing and repairing IT hardware, servers, network switches, structured cabling., • Proven leadership skills, • Excellent communication skills, both written and oral, • Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project) Abilities • Ability to communicate effectively with customers and internal staff., • Ability to coordinate, supervise and communicate with contractors who perform maintenance or upgrade work on these systems., • Ability to learn quickly and address issues as they arise during normal working hours or after hours., • Ability to operate in and promote a rigorous process-driven team environment, • Ability to logically analyze and solve problems, • Ability to effectively multi-task multiple projects, • Operate Hand and Machine Tools (hammer, drill, saw, etc.), • Operate electrical tools such as a multi-meter or infrared camera Education/Experience • High School Diploma or greater, • 2-5 years of experience in the data center industry, • Be able to pass an extensive background check, including criminal history, personal references, employment and education verification, and Department of Motor Vehicle and credit check. Physical Demands and Special Requirements The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. • Ability to stand 1/3 – 2/3 of the time, • Ability to walk 1/3 – 2/3 of the time, • Ability to sit 1/3 – 2/3 of the time, • Ability to climb and balance 1/3 – 2/3 of the time, • Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl 1/3 – 2/3 of the time, • Ability to reach with hands & arms 1/3 – 2/3 of the time, • Ability to smell, talk & hear, • Ability to use hands to type, handle & feel, • Ability to reach with hands and arms, • Ability to see at close and distance ranges and the ability to see color, • Must be comfortable working in a high stress, fast paced environment with shifting priorities, • Must be willing to work outside normal business hours, including weekends, late nights, holidays, and on-call support Not only does CoreSite have a fun, team-focused work environment, but we also offer great benefits to all employees regularly scheduled to work more than 20 hours a week! • First-day medical insurance through Cigna with generous premium cost coverage, • Dental insurance through Delta Dental, • Vision insurance through VSP, • Telemedicine through MDLive for Cigna, • Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending account (FSA) plans, • Health saving account (HSA) plans for employees participating in the High Deductible Health Plan, • Life, AD&D, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance fully paid by the company, • Voluntary coverage benefits for supplemental life, critical illness, accident, and hospital insurance, • First-day eligibility for 401(k) savings plan through Fidelity, which includes an attractive matching company contribution with a 5% company match, • Discretionary annual bonus and equity incentive plan, • Employee stock purchase plan (ESPP) with a 15% discount, • 16 days of paid time off (PTO), 11 paid company holidays, and additional floating holidays, • Additional paid time off for school events, elder care, volunteering, bereavement, jury duty, voting, parental leave, and disability leave, • Free parking or a company contribution toward a public transit pass Additional Perks • Wellness Reimbursement Program: Yearly stipend of $500 for employees and $300 for dependents, up to $800 total for the family, • Wellness Incentive Program: Participate in various wellbeing activities to earn up to $450 per year in cash incentives, • Technology Stipend: $100 monthly stipend, • Educational Reimbursement Program: Work-related learning and development with reimbursement on qualifying degree programs, up to $5,250 per year, • Giving Back: Charitable donation matches up to $5,000 per year and nominate organizations for Company Foundation grants, • Financial Management: Access to financial coaching, digital tools, and services to manage and pay student loan debt quicker, • Pet Insurance: Keep your furry friends healthy and happy, • Family Planning: Benefits and services related to fertility, pregnancy, menopause, adoption and surrogacy, • Employee Assistance Program: 24x7 service to support family, work, money, health, legal and life challenges, • Counseling and Caregiving Programs: Including access to mental health services, licensed counselors, and caregiving tools including membership for finding care, • Referral Bonus: Receive a $3,000 cash bonus if referred candidate is hired and meets eligibility requirements, • Discounts: Discounts, cash back offers, and perks on thousands of brands, • LinkedIn Learning Membership: Support your development when accessing LinkedIn’s online library of courses and videos General Statements - Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. The employer will not sponsor applicants for work visas. Please note that all offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and, where permitted by law, a 5-panel drug test conducted after the offer letter is signed, which will screen for THC, opiates, PCP, cocaine, and amphetamines. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. Applicant Privacy Notice: CoreSite is committed to protecting the privacy and security of personal information submitted by applicants. The California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) requires us to provide you information about our personal information handling practices. As a result, we’re providing this Privacy Notice that describes how we collect, use, share, and update personal information from individuals who wish to be considered for employment with CoreSite. To read the Applicant Privacy Notice, please go to .

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