Maintenance / Restoration Technician

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Latham (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals of Albany, NY seeks a Maintenance/Restoration Technician in Latham, NY. The role covers general maintenance, painting, surface prep, demolition, and restoration support, with travel to project sites across the Capital Region.

Pay ranges from $20.00 to $30.00 per hour, depending on experience. Schedule is Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM, offering hands‑on work across multiple properties and active projects.

Qualifications

• Experience in property maintenance, painting, restoration, remodeling, or related hands‑on trades.
• Experience using common hand and power tools.
• Painting, drywall, carpentry, or general repair experience is strongly preferred.
• Must be comfortable performing a variety of duties rather than working in one specialized function.

Responsibilities

• Perform general property maintenance and repair work.
• Complete drywall repairs, basic carpentry, minor repairs, and facility upkeep.
• Prepare surfaces for painting through patching, sanding, and priming.
• Complete interior and exterior painting and finishing.
• Assist with water and fire damage restoration projects.
• Perform demolition, cleanup, and material removal as needed.
• Assist with rebuilding and repair work following restoration projects.
• Use hand tools, power tools, ladders, painting equipment, and restoration equipment safely.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas.
• Follow project instructions and complete work to established quality and safety standards.
• Travel to different customer and project locations throughout the Capital Region as needed.

Skills

Property maintenance

Hand tools

Power tools

Painting

Drywall repairs

Carpentry

Safety conscious

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Tools

Power tools usage

Hand tools usage

Job description

Maintenance / Restoration Technician

Located in: Latham, NY

Pay: $20.00 - $30.00 per hour, depending on experience

Job Description:

Express Employment Professionals of Albany, NY has teamed up with a property management and restoration client to help them find a Maintenance / Restoration Technician. This is a multi-faceted, hands‑on role involving general property maintenance and repair, interior and exterior painting, surface preparation, demolition, cleanup, material removal, rebuilding, and assisting with water or fire damage restoration projects.

Pay Rate:

• $20.00 - $30.00 per hour, depending on experience

Work Schedule:

• Monday - Friday
• 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Responsibilities:

• Perform general property maintenance and repair work
• Complete drywall repairs, basic carpentry, minor repairs, and facility upkeep
• Prepare surfaces for painting through patching, sanding, and priming
• Complete interior and exterior painting and finishing
• Assist with water and fire damage restoration projects
• Perform demolition, cleanup, and material removal as needed
• Assist with rebuilding and repair work following restoration projects
• Use hand tools, power tools, ladders, painting equipment, and restoration equipment safely
• Maintain clean and organized work areas
• Follow project instructions and complete work to established quality and safety standards
• Travel to different customer and project locations throughout the Capital Region as needed

Experience Required:

• Previous experience in property maintenance, painting, restoration, remodeling, construction, facilities maintenance, or a related hands‑on trade preferred
• Experience using common hand and power tools
• Painting, drywall, carpentry, or general repair experience is strongly preferred
• Must be comfortable performing a variety of duties rather than working in one specialized function

Skills and Qualities Required:

• Dependable and punctual
• Hands‑on and mechanically inclined
• Adaptable and willing to handle changing responsibilities
• Strong attention to detail
• Safety‑conscious
• Able to follow instructions and work independently or as part of a team
• Comfortable working at different properties and active job sites

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift approximately 50 lbs
• Ability to bend, kneel, climb ladders, and perform physical work throughout the day
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
• Comfortable working in active construction and restoration environments

Why This Position?

• Variety of work - no two projects are necessarily the same
• Opportunity to use and develop multiple skilled‑trade abilities
• Hands‑on work involving maintenance, painting, remodeling, and restoration
• Opportunity to broaden your experience across several areas of property repair and restoration

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About Us:

At Express Employment Professionals we will assess your skills, offer you interview and résumé writing tips, and work with you to find a job that fits your needs and abilities. You will never pay a fee at Express, and you'll have the opportunity to earn benefits such as medical insurance, holiday pay, vacation pay, referral bonuses, and much more.

Express Employment Professionals is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all people and to hire and promote individuals solely based on their qualifications for the job.

In compliance with applicable federal, NYS, and local law, employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and an individual's qualifications regardless of race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, familial status, disability, genetic information or protected veteran status. We do not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics and expect that our employees and associates will cooperate in maintaining an atmosphere free of discrimination and harassment.