Maintenance Technician
hace 26 días
Binghamton
Job Description Position Title: Maintenance Technician Mission: Committed to the elimination of racism and empowerment of women and children. Objective: Under the supervision of the Chief Operations Officer and the direction of the Quality Assurance staff, the Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing a wide variety of preventive maintenance, repair, and custodial tasks across multiple program facilities—including three supportive housing sites, one emergency housing building, and a licensed childcare center. The Maintenance Technician plays a key role in ensuring that all properties are safe, functional, and compliant with regulatory inspections and funding requirements. The three (3) sites are in located within a few blocks of each other: 1. 80 Hawley Street is the main YWCA building site with a licensed childcare center, 48 units of permanent supportive housing, and administrative offices., 2. 76 Conklin Avenue, Binghamton (Southside Manor (SSM) adult women’s shelter), 3. 45 Carroll St/ 34 Lisle Avenue, Binghamton under development and is called the Intergenerational Campus (IGC) and will be site for the new childcare center and 48 units of affordable housing. Requirements: Must have a valid NYS Driver’s License. Must have 2-4 years of hands-on maintenance facilities experience, including general knowledge of plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, and housekeeping/janitorial skills. Key Responsibilities: 1. Work Order Execution • Receive, prioritize, and complete work orders promptly through the agency’s work-order tracking system., • Document all repairs, parts used, and time spent on each task. 2. Preventive Maintenance • Perform routine inspections and servicing of building systems (HVAC filters, plumbing fixtures, electrical panels, lighting, etc.) on a scheduled basis., • Lubricate mechanical components, tighten fasteners, and replace filters or belts as needed. 3. General Repairs & Troubleshooting • Diagnose and repair plumbing leaks, clogged drains, electrical malfunctions, door hardware issues, drywall damage, and minor roofing or siding repairs., • Paint as needed., • Replace bulbs, ballasts, fuses, switches, outlets, and other small components. 4. Life-Safety Systems Support • Assist with monthly testing of smoke detectors, carbon monoxide alarms, emergency lighting, and exit signs., • Check and refill fire extinguisher cabinets and notify the Quality Assurance/ Program Support Staff of any unit due for certification., • Conduct Monthly Fire Extinguisher inspections throughout all sites and initial and date tag. 5. Grounds & Exterior Maintenance • Mow lawns, trim weeds/shrubs, clear sidewalks and entrances, and perform seasonal duties (snow shoveling, ice-melt application)., • Report larger landscaping or structural issues requiring vendor intervention. 6. Childcare Center Support • Ensure playground equipment and outdoor play surfaces remain in safe, compliant condition (i.e. no chipping paint, routine surface inspections, fixture checks, peeling/chipping paint, caulking sinks, dripping sinks, slow drains, loose flooring, cleaning vents, HVAC filter changes, AC and heating tests, and OCFS required monthly fire drills., • Assist with childproofing tasks (securing gates, covering outlets) and inspect storage for hazardous materials. 7. Inspection Preparation & Follow-Up • Help prepare facilities for scheduled HUD, fire marshal, health department, and childcare licensing inspections by ensuring cleanliness and functional systems., • Complete any corrective actions assigned by the Quality Assurance/ Program Support Staff in response to inspection findings. 8. Inventory & Supply Management • Monitor stock levels of maintenance supplies (lightbulbs, filters, plumbing parts, paint) and submit restocking requests., • Keep tools, equipment, and storage areas orderly and secure. 9. Safety & Documentation • Adhere to all OSHA, EPA, and agency safety protocols; wear required PPE., • Maintain accurate logs of maintenance activities, inspections, and safety checks. 10. Collaboration & Communication • Provide clear status updates to the Quality Assurance/ Program Support Staff and program staff regarding outstanding maintenance issues., • Offer recommendations for capital improvements or equipment replacements. 11. Other duties as requested by supervisor. Qualifications: Experience: • Minimum 2–4 years of hands-on maintenance or facilities experience, ideally in multi-site residential or nonprofit settings.Technical Skills:, • Proficient with basic HVAC, electrical (up to 120V circuits), plumbing, carpentry, and painting tasks., • Familiarity with hand and power tools, ladder safety, and lift equipment., • Regulatory Knowledge:, • Understanding of life-safety system requirements, childcare-center regulations, and HUD or local housing codes.Soft Skills:, • Strong initiative, problem-solving aptitude, and ability to work independently., • Excellent communication skills and a collaborative attitude.Certifications & Licenses:, • Valid driver’s license and clean driving record., • Certified Pool Operator (CPO), HVAC EPA Section 608, or similar credentials are a plus., • Physical Requirements:, • Frequent travel between sites; reliable transportation required., • Occasional evening or weekend work for emergency repairs or inspection support. Reporting Relationship: Supervisor-Chief Operating Officer / Direct Reporting QA/Program Support Staff Salary: Up to $24/hr Classification: Hourly/Non-exempt, Full - Time Hours: 40 hrs. per week Powered by JazzHR mCy7xhIzIJ