Facilities Maintenance Technician 2 - Custodial

Anderson Center for Autism; Staatsburg (NY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to 6 weeks paid time off

403(b) retirement plan with employer‑m

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vis

Wellness program

Ongoing professional development

Tuition discounts at select colleges

Scholarship program for alignments

Staff appreciation events and perks

Job summary

Anderson Center for Autism is seeking a Facilities Maintenance Technician 2 – Custodial to maintain clean, safe environments across campus and support light maintenance tasks. You will lead custodial efforts, mentor teammates, and ensure high-quality service delivery through practical problem solving.

The role emphasizes equipment operation, safety, and collaboration with maintenance staff on larger projects, with a focus on supporting students, residents, staff, and visitors while upholding the

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid New York State driver’s license and ability to remain on the agency’s approved driver list.
• Minimum of two years of custodial and light maintenance experience required.
• Experience operating, maintaining, and repairing custodial equipment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain clean, sanitary, and safe environments campus-wide.
• Perform custodial maintenance, equipment repair, and light facility maintenance.
• Operate and troubleshoot custodial equipment and automated systems.
• Lead custodial support for events, moves, and setup/breakdown.
• Perform preventative maintenance and manage inventory of supplies.

Skills

Leadership

Troubleshooting

Teamwork

Communication

Safety

Problem-solving

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Custodial equipment

Floor-care equipment

Automated cleaning systems

Job description

Are you someone who takes pride in creating clean, safe, and welcoming environments for others?

Do you enjoy hands‑on work that combines custodial expertise, troubleshooting, equipment maintenance, and leadership responsibilities?

Would you like to build a career where your work directly supports the quality of life of individuals with autism while contributing to a mission‑driven organization?

As a Facilities Maintenance Technician 2 - Custodial, you'll play an essential role in maintaining a clean, sanitary, and functional environment across Anderson Center for Autism's campus. This position combines advanced custodial responsibilities with light maintenance, equipment repair, event support, and leadership within the custodial team. You'll help ensure that students, residents, staff, and visitors experience safe, welcoming spaces every day while supporting Anderson's mission to optimize quality of life.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced facilities professional who enjoys solving problems, working with innovative cleaning technologies, supporting special projects, and helping others succeed through mentorship and teamwork.

What You Will Do

• You will maintain clean, sanitary, and safe environments throughout campus facilities and assigned areas.
• You will perform custodial maintenance, equipment repair, and light facility maintenance to support efficient operations and high‑quality service delivery.
• You will operate, maintain, and troubleshoot custodial equipment, automated cleaning systems, and emerging cleaning technologies.
• You will lead custodial support for special events, department moves, project work, and furniture or equipment setup and breakdown.
• You will perform preventative maintenance activities, maintain inventory records, and assist with ordering supplies and replacement parts.
• You will support light plumbing, electrical, dispensing system, and facility maintenance needs while collaborating with maintenance staff on larger projects.
• You will train and mentor teammates in advanced cleaning techniques, equipment operation, and the use of automated cleaning technologies.
• You will promote safe work practices and ensure compliance with OSHA requirements, chemical safety standards, and department procedures.
• You will participate in seasonal snow and ice removal operations as part of the agency's response team.

What You Can Bring to the Team

• A strong commitment to cleanliness, safety, and exceptional customer service.
• Experience with custodial operations, equipment maintenance, and facility support activities.
• The ability to troubleshoot problems and identify practical solutions.
• Strong teamwork, communication, and leadership skills.
• Attention to detail and pride in maintaining high standards.
• A willingness to learn and adapt to new equipment, technologies, and procedures.
• Alignment with Anderson's mission, values, and Quality of Life philosophy.

The Qualifications We Seek

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid New York State driver's license and ability to remain on the agency's approved driver list.
• Minimum of two years of custodial and light maintenance experience required.
• Experience operating, maintaining, and repairing custodial equipment preferred.
• Knowledge of floor‑care equipment, cleaning technologies, and custodial best practices preferred.

In Addition, We Expect That You

• Maintain professional standards of appearance, conduct, and communication.
• Complete assigned projects from start to finish, including documentation and cleanup responsibilities.
• Work collaboratively with coworkers and communicate effectively with supervisors regarding operational needs.
• Support safe work practices and proper chemical handling procedures.
• Respond to seasonal snow and ice removal needs as assigned.

Anderson's QUALITY OF LIFE Expectation:

To actively support Anderson's mission by promoting and enhancing the quality of life (QofL) of the individuals we serve through thoughtful, comprehensive, and person‑centered practices.

A Benefits Package Designed to Optimize YOUR Quality of Life Too:

• Up to 6 weeks of paid time off (starting in your first year!)
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match and annual contribution
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
• Wellness program
• Ongoing professional development
• Discounted tuition at select colleges/universities
• Scholarship program for those seeking educational experiences aligned with the role (*restrictions apply)
• Invitations to staff appreciation events and experiences

And much, much more!

To get a better understanding of the benefits that will be available to you, visit andersoncenterforautism.org/benefit.

Pay Range:$19.50 - $24.38 Hourly; Based on experience

Ready to Bring Your Purpose to Life?

A bright future for you begins here at Anderson Center for Autism.

Open the door to a rewarding career with advancement opportunities; expand possibilities for yourself AND for individuals with autism, their families, your colleagues, our cause, and society as a whole!

Life as Part of our Anderson Center for Autism Team

If you are looking to build a career that brings you a deep sense of purpose and a high quality of life, Anderson Center for Autism might be just the landing place you've envisioned.

Here you will enjoy a supportive, friendly work environment that values your ideas and insights, provides rewarding mentorship experiences, and opens doors to new professional opportunities that can transform your journey.

And by working at Anderson, you will be part of a movement so much bigger than all of us. Founded over 100 years ago (in 1924), our award‑winning, evidence‑based educational, vocational, residential, clinical, and consulting/training programs have successfully optimized the quality of life for individuals with autism for decades now. In addition, we work every day to cultivate a broader culture of acceptance in society, further adding to the legacy of compassion for which we have come to be known throughout the country and around the world.

In addition to a rewarding career experience, as part of our team you'll also enjoy competitive pay, a generous retirement plan (including employer match and annual contribution), abundant vacation time, robust benefits, ongoing opportunities for learning and advancement, wellness programs, staff appreciation events, and a chance to work alongside wonderful professionals in a positive environment.

Our Mission at Anderson Center for Autism:

To optimize the quality of life for individuals with autism.

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This position description in no way states or implies that the responsibilities listed are the only duties to be performed by the person filling this position. The person in the position may be required to perform other duties as necessitated by the situation or requested by his/her supervisor.

Our organization is committed to providing a diverse workforce by ensuring that discrimination barriers to equal employment opportunity and upward mobility do not exist here. Equal opportunity means employment, development, and promotion of individuals without consideration of race, color, disability, religion, age, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, unless there is a bona fide occupational requirement which excludes a person in one of these protected groups. Our organization is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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