Facilities Maintenance Tech: Create Safe, Welcoming Spaces

brc; New York (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & dental plans

Paid vacation

403(b) retirement

Tuition assistance

FSAs

Legal resources

Job summary

BRC is hiring a Facilities Maintenance Worker to keep our NY locations safe, clean, and well‑maintained for residents and staff. You will perform routine preventive maintenance, inspections, and repairs, ensuring building systems operate smoothly and safely.

Work involves basic carpentry, painting, plumbing/electrical tasks, and using CMMS to document service requests. Team-focused, safety-conscious individuals thrive in our shelter and housing environment.

Qualifications

• 1+ year experience in facilities maintenance or related skilled trade.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physical duties.
• Basic plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting and drywall skills.
• Familiarity with CMMS/work-order systems and preventive maintenance.
• Ability to work in residential or shelter environments with safety in mind.

Responsibilities

• Complete preventive and corrective maintenance work orders.
• Inspect HVAC, plumbing, electrical, lighting, doors and windows.
• Troubleshoot issues and perform repairs to minimize disruptions.
• Maintain tools and work areas in a safe condition.
• Support room turnovers, moves, and space reconfigurations.
• Assist with vendor coordination and safety compliance.

Skills

Physical stamina

Problem solving

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CMMS

Hand tools

PPE awareness

Electrical tools

Plumbing tools

Job description

BRC is hiring a Facilities Maintenance Worker to keep our NY locations safe, clean, and well‑maintained for residents and staff. You will perform routine preventive maintenance, inspections, and repairs, ensuring building systems operate smoothly and safely.

Work involves basic carpentry, painting, plumbing/electrical tasks, and using CMMS to document service requests. Team-focused, safety-conscious individuals thrive in our shelter and housing environment.