Facility Technician

Horizon Health Services; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 25,926 - 28,709; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Capella University tuition discount 10

Paid time off and holidays

401(k) and profit-sharing

Student loan assistance

Job summary

Horizon Health Services in Buffalo, NY is seeking a Facility Technician to help keep our facilities safe and well‑maintained. You will perform repairs across plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and general building maintenance while supporting a team‑oriented work environment.

You will troubleshoot systems, coordinate with vendors, complete paperwork, and participate in a preventative maintenance program under the guidance of the Property Manager.

Qualifications

• Previous maintenance experience required.
• A clean, valid NYS driver's license with three years of driving experience.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Perform general repairs including plumbing, electrical, floor covering, painting, wall repairs and seasonal needs.
• Troubleshoot building systems to maintain operations.
• Coordinate with vendors and subcontractors.
• Complete all appropriate paperwork.
• Provide oversight of daily maintenance tasks and safety compliance.
• Navigate computer-based work order system and communicate priorities.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Are you looking to start or continue your career within the maintenance field?

Do you want to work in a role where you will be able to make a difference in someone’s life on a daily basis?

Apply to be Facility Technician today!

What will your day look like?

At Horizon, you’ll enjoy a supportive, team-based work environment. Have a question? There’s always someone there to help! We offer a seamless onboarding experience that’ll ensure your success in your new role.

As a Facility Technician position at Horizon, you will…

• Perform general repairs including plumbing, electrical, floor covering, painting, wall repairs and seasonal needs.
• Troubleshoot all building systems to proactively maintain building operations.
• Coordinate with vendor and subcontractors.
• Complete all appropriate paperwork.
• Take direction from the Property Manager on issues concerning property management and maintenance; manage productivity and daily job responsibilities.
• Perform cleaning, repairing, maintaining, constructing, renovating, demolishing, and moving building systems as needed. Ensure that building meets all appropriate compliance.
• Perform universal precautions and use personal protective equipment; follow all OSHA, DOH, and building regulations.
• Perform regulatory building audits, inspections, maintain reports and tracking systems to provide a safe and healthy environment for all clients and staff.
• Manage a preventative maintenance program for building systems.
• Provide oversight of all exterior property conditions.
• Additional duties may be required, but are not limited to the following: renovation projects including alterations of walls, carpentry, drywall, electrical, doors, ceilings, plumbing, floor covering and paint.
• Communicate effectively and prioritize tasks.
• Navigate and utilize computer‑based work order system.

Why choose Horizon to build your career?

At Horizon, we don’t just offer a workplace—we offer a community where you can thrive while making a meaningful impact in the lives of others. Recognized as a Best Place to Work in NYS for 18 consecutive years and one of America’s Best Workplaces, we take pride in fostering a culture where motivated teammates collaborate to make a difference, every day. Join us and experience the satisfaction of doing work that matters alongside people who share your passion!

What we offer that you’ll love…

• Company Culture: at Horizon, we cultivate an atmosphere of teamwork where all employees feel heard and valued.
• Diversity & Inclusion: we are committed to equity, racial justice, and equal opportunity for all, and strive toward this goal through the work of our Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging department, frequent training, ongoing conversations, affinity groups, and more.
• Trainings, Trainings, and More Trainings: we have a team dedicated to your personal development and professional growth.
• Team Building, Connection, and Relationships: at Horizon, we’re more than co‑workers; we’re a community. We support each other, celebrate our achievements and milestones together, and have fun together!
• Retirement: we know you want to retire comfortably and we’re here to help! Horizon offers 401(k) and profit‑sharing programs to make sure you’re set for the future.
• Student Loan Assistance: we help pay off our team members’ student loans every month. One year after joining, you’ll have paid off an extra $600.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.

Horizon employees and their families (includes spouses and children up to age 30) are eligible for a 10% discount on their tuition through a partnership with Capella University.

What makes you a great candidate?

We can’t wait to learn more about you! Here are a few specifics of what you’ll need for the job:

• Previous maintenance experience required. Open to specialties including but not limited to plumbing, electrical, patch work, HVAC, home repairs, etc.
• Experience in cleaning, repairing, maintaining, constructing, renovating, demolishing, and moving building systems.
• A clean, valid, NYS driver’s license, three years of driving experience, and reliable transportation to travel locally on a regular basis.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Location

This position is located at 291 Elm St, Buffalo NY.

Position Hours

This position is full-time, Tuesday – Saturday from 7:00 am – 2:00 pm.

Compensation

Horizon is consistently evaluating our compensation and benefit packages to ensure we remain competitive. The range of pay for this position is $18.82 – $20.84. Starting pay may be impacted based on experience and education. Compensation adjustments are evaluated annually.

Physical demands associated with this position include:

• Stationary posture, alternating between standing and sitting.
• Ascending/descending on various structures (e.g., ladders).
• Operating machinery/power tools and occasional operation of company‑owned motor vehicles and heavy equipment.
• Lifting objects up to 50 pounds, occasionally up to 100 pounds.
• Exposure to various environmental conditions including low/high temperatures and outdoor elements.

Horizon DEIB Statement:

Horizon is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive environment where dignity, safety, and opportunity are core values. We uphold principles that support autonomy and authenticity, creating a culture of accountability and collaboration that prioritizes well‑being, drives innovation, and expands opportunities for our employees, patients, and communities.

Disclaimer:

Horizon endorses public health measures including vaccinations. We encourage all applicants to be mindful of the fact that Horizon is a healthcare agency providing in‑person services throughout our community.

This information is intended to provide a general overview of the position; it is not a full job description.

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