Facilities Technician for Senior Center & Housing

Project Find; New York (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Project FIND is seeking a maintenance worker to oversee upkeep of the center, grounds, and designated areas. You will ensure compliance with NYC Aging and NYDOHMH standards and collaborate with the Coffeehouse Program Director on daily tasks.

You will perform diverse repairs, manage cleaning duties, and assist with setup for programs and events across multiple sites. This role requires physical work and reliable problem-solving in a community-focused environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required and/or 2-4 years prior experience in a maintenance position (preferably with senior center experience).
• Experience working with tools, including manual and electrical units.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Must be able to solve problems while considering site logistics.

Responsibilities

• Sweep, mop, and maintain all floors and stairways (where applicable).
• Replace floor tiles and ceiling panels as needed.
• Perform minor fixes, such as repairing broken locks, damage to walls, painting/plastering etc.
• Emptying of waste baskets and garbage cans in the kitchen and program spaces.
• Complete regular maintenance tasks, such as replacing light bulbs.
• Clean bathroom floors, toilets, and urinals. Replacement of toilet paper, paper towels rolls, and other supplies where needed.
• Clean mirrors and glass. i.e., front door, bathrooms, bulletin boards, and bookcases.
• Transport furniture and other program equipment and food items across sites as needed.
• Assemble and/or install program appliances, furniture and small equipment upon request.
• Maintain the Center’s offices, storage areas, lobbies, hallways, kitchen area and equipment as well as dining room in keeping with policies established by the NYC Aging and NYDOHMH.
• Reviews program calendar to know how to set up for all programs and special events.
• Troubleshoot and report any maintenance issues that require immediate action to the Program Director.
• Performs other appropriate job-related tasks as deemed necessary by the Program Director and/or agency management.

Skills

Excellent communication

Problem solving

Site logistics awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

2-4 years maintenance experience

Tools

Manual and electrical tools

Job description

Project FIND is seeking a maintenance worker to oversee upkeep of the center, grounds, and designated areas. You will ensure compliance with NYC Aging and NYDOHMH standards and collaborate with the Coffeehouse Program Director on daily tasks.

You will perform diverse repairs, manage cleaning duties, and assist with setup for programs and events across multiple sites. This role requires physical work and reliable problem-solving in a community-focused environment.