Facilities Coordinator - Buffalo Area

DePaul; Buffalo, Wilmington (NY, DE); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled maintenance professional to join their team in Buffalo. This role involves ensuring the cleanliness and upkeep of a 150-unit facility, performing repairs, and overseeing preventative maintenance contracts. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in various maintenance tasks, including electrical, plumbing, and carpentry work. This position offers a supportive work environment and opportunities for professional development, making it a perfect fit for those looking to make a positive impact in the community while advancing their careers. Join a team that values diversity and provides excellent benefits!

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Generous PTO & Paid Holidays

403B with Employer Match

Employee Assistance Program

Staff Recognition Program

Employee Discount Program

Qualifications

• 3+ years of hands-on maintenance experience in a large facility.
• Ability to lift at least 70 pounds and follow safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Perform repairs and maintenance of the building, equipment, and machinery.
• Oversee contracts for preventative maintenance and ensure safety compliance.
• Maintain cleanliness of grounds and respond to physical plant emergencies.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Carpentry

Plumbing

Painting

Drywall repair

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Trade or industrial arts coursework

Tools

Computer for email and ticketing system

Job description

Overview

DePaul's Pan-American Square Apartments are looking for a skilled maintenance professional to join our team! Under the direction of the Programs Director, the Facilities Coordinator is responsible for providing maintenance cleanliness and upkeep of the building and grounds of our 150 unit program in Buffalo, NY. This includes the ability to troubleshoot and problem solve in a proactive and cost-effective manner.

Why work for DePaul?

• Make a positive difference in someone's life
• Supportive work environment
• We value diversity
• Opportunity for professional development and career advancement
• Excellent benefits (see below for details)
• Competitive wages - compensation $24-$24.90/hour based on experience

Responsibilities

1. Respects and maintains resident confidentiality and demonstrates a caring, positive attitude toward all residents (as per respect policy), staff and guests.
2. Makes repairs of the building, equipment, and machinery as needed within his/her capability and notifies the Programs Supervisor of any major problems or concerns.
3. Repairs lights, plumbing, windows, and screens, and performs simple carpentry when needed.
4. Replaces/repairs carpet and tile.
5. Performs interior and exterior painting as needed; obtains bids for larger projects.
6. Coordinates work orders with the Programs Supervisor or designee to ensure that deadlines and priorities of the program are met.
7. Under the direction of the Programs Supervisor, oversees the contracts for the preventative maintenance of the following: generator, fire extinguishers and Ansul system, sprinkler system, fire alarm, elevator, HVAC system (boiler, rooftop units, air conditioner heater unit), water treatment and pest control.
8. Ensures that residents’ rooms are prepared for new admissions, which may include maintenance of the room itself and the moving of the furniture and equipment as required.
9. Gathers price estimates for major repair work and reviews them with the Supervisor.
10. Maintains ongoing contact and monitoring of the lawn care and snow removal companies. Ensures that walkways and exits are shoveled and salted as needed.
11. Works with the Director to ensure that all OMH/HCR, and other funders' physical plant issues are successfully addressed according to DePaul’s Physical Plant Standards.
12. Assumes on-call responsibility during physical plant emergencies.
13. Maintains and performs preventative maintenance for building and grounds to include ensuring all property outside of the building is properly maintained and cleaned as needed. This includes weeding and picking up of any trash, cigarette butts or any other debris on the property. Identify if service needs to be notified as it pertains to grounds/landscaping.
14. Participates in staff meetings and in-services.
15. Works independently and with other maintenance staff to ensure that agency deadlines and priorities are met.
16. Follows all safety rules and regulations for self, residents, and staff.
17. Schedules, implements, and tracks monthly fire drills as per OMH (Office of Mental Health) regulations as directed.
18. Completes monthly inspections of all fire safety equipment according to OMH/Quality Management guidelines.
19. Performs any other duties necessary for the effective operation of the programs.

Qualifications

Education & Experience: High School Diploma or GED required. Trade or industrial arts coursework preferred. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals required. Three years of work experience in providing hands-on maintenance in a large facility to include electrical, carpentry, painting, plumbing, drywall repair, and other minor repair work preferred. Must be able to lift at least 70 pounds. Ability to use a computer for email and ticketing system.

*In addition to the above criteria, this position also requires a clean, valid, NYS driving record as outlined in DePaul’s personnel policy. Must be at least Eighteen (18) years of age.

Work Environment

This position is Monday-Friday, 9:00am-5:30pm.

Benefits

This position is eligible for the following benefits: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Generous PTO & Paid Holidays, 403B with Employer Match, robust Employee Assistance Program, Staff Recognition Program and Employee Discount Program.

DePaul is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and program need.