FACILITIES TECHNICIAN

People Inc; Town of Cheektowaga (NY); On-site; Full time

Job summary

People Inc. is seeking a dedicated Maintenance Technician to ensure the effective operation of their facilities. The successful candidate will perform various maintenance tasks, including inspections, minor repairs, and lawn care, all contributing to the safety and comfort of both employees and consumers. Join a compassionate team making a significant impact on people’s lives while enjoying flexible work conditions and great benefits.

Benefits

Generous PTO

Affordable insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Career mentoring

Shift incentives

Qualifications

• 1-2 years general maintenance experience preferred.
• Valid NYS Driver’s License.
• Ability to meet physical requirements including lifting 50lbs.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine inspections and complete Maintenance Request Forms.
• Perform minor repairs including plumbing, electrical, and painting.
• Respond to weather-related maintenance needs.

Skills

General Maintenance

Safety Compliance

Plumbing

Electrical Repairs

Lawn Care

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Hourly Pay Range: $19.00-$24.00

Responsible for the completion of all tasks with minimum supervision as directed by the Facility Coordinator. Responsible for reporting any condition effecting building services and consumer or employee safety and comfort. Will accompany Facility Coordinator on tours of sites to help identify potential problems in specific areas of responsibility including site maintenance, janitorial, physical plant and preventative maintenance that could result in the sites inability to pass state survey. Responsible for following People Inc. guidelines regarding general maintenance practices. Responsible for protecting and improving the quality of life for the consumer and the value of property. Ensure building machinery and systems meet or exceed their rated life. Knowledge of codes, laws and regulations pertaining to the operations of the facility are mandatory.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Completes Maintenance Request Forms.
• Inspects property on a regular basis.
• Responds to weather related circumstances, may require the removal of snow or debris.
• Completes all minor repairs and maintenance of physical plant, doors, windows, railings, and ceiling tile.
• Replaces light bulbs and ballasts, defective electrical switches, outlets and other electrical fixtures of a minor scale.
• Paints interior or exterior of building.
• Performs minor plumbing repairs.
• Provides general lawn care, grass cutting, edging, and trimming bushes.
• Checks operations of the fire life safety equipment, smoke detectors, Co2 detectors, emergency lighting, etc.
  
  

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Valid NYS Driver’s License that meets agency policy.
• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• 1-2 years general maintenance experience preferred.
• Lifting requirement of 50lbs.
• Ability to meet the physical requirements of the position when performing the following: standing, walking, sitting, bending, stooping, squatting, kneeling and climbing.

Why People Inc.?

When you join the People Inc. team, you can make a difference in the lives of people receiving services while also receiving great benefits (generous PTO, PTO buyback, affordable insurance, tuition reimbursement, career mentoring, shift incentives and more), flexibility and the opportunity to help others move closer to their life goals and dreams. People Inc. is Western New York’s largest and most experienced provider of programs for people with developmental disabilities and other special needs. We understand that working one on one with people who have disabilities, and helping them in all aspects of daily life takes a special person – someone who’s dedicated, caring and compassionate – that’s how we treat our employees.

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