Facilities Maintenance Technician (Multi-Trade)

New York State Center for Recruitment & Public Service; Latham (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

New York State Center for Recruitment & Public Service seeks a Maintenance Assistant to perform semi-skilled trades across carpentry, electrical, plumbing, and painting. You will address repairs, assist with renovations, and support on-site facilities management.

The role requires reading/writing English, knowledge of MS Word/Excel, and a valid driver's license. Expect potential supervision of others and coordination with contractors, with periodic overtime and travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Two years of full-time experience in maintenance or mechanical work under a skilled tradesperson.
• Completion of an appropriate two-year technical school.
• Must be able to read and write in English.
• Should be familiar with Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and operate a vehicle as needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine semi-skilled maintenance and repairs across plumbing, electrical, carpentry, masonry and other facility services.
• Conduct grounds maintenance: mowing, trimming, tree/shrub removal, snow/ice removal, trash collection.
• Clean shared spaces, offices and restrooms; perform painting and furniture movement.
• Troubleshoot equipment and facilities problems and resolve promptly.
• Supervise subordinates when directed and coordinate with contractors.

Skills

English reading/writing

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Safety awareness

Communication

Education

Two-year technical school

Tools

Word processing

Spreadsheet software

Job description

New York State Center for Recruitment & Public Service seeks a Maintenance Assistant to perform semi-skilled trades across carpentry, electrical, plumbing, and painting. You will address repairs, assist with renovations, and support on-site facilities management.

The role requires reading/writing English, knowledge of MS Word/Excel, and a valid driver's license. Expect potential supervision of others and coordination with contractors, with periodic overtime and travel as needed.