Maintenance Specialist

Palm Bay International; Jericho (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a self-starting Maintenance Specialist skilled in overseeing maintenance duties across eight buildings. This role involves ensuring building integrity, grounds upkeep, and a safe environment, with various hands-on responsibilities spanning repairs, safety protocols, and emergency situations.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k)

Paid vacation

Personal time off

11 paid holidays

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of experience in facilities management.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Driver’s license with no more than 2 points.

Responsibilities

• Respond to maintenance requests for multiple buildings.
• Perform routine repairs like plumbing and electrical fixes.
• Coordinate with contractors for specialized repairs.

Skills

Communication

Organizational Skills

Independence

Job description

If interested in this opportunity, please complete our culture index survey at the link below:

https://surveys.cultureindex.com/s/SZp28aojTX/95988

Location: Port Washington, Glen Cove Road and Syosset, NY

Job Summary:

We are seeking a self-starter skilled Maintenance Specialist to oversee and perform maintenance duties across eight buildings and sites. This role involves maintaining building integrity, grounds, and ensuring a safe, clean, and efficient environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Respond promptly to maintenance requests for multiple buildings and sites.
• Maintain the cleanliness and professional appearance of building interiors and exteriors, including groundskeeping, parking lots, snow removal, and salting (grounds maintenance skills desirable but not mandatory).
• Perform routine repairs such as plumbing, electrical, locksets, carpentry, and minor mechanical fixes.
• Support building operations, including opening and closing procedures.
• Monitor and regulate indoor climate to ensure comfortable temperatures.
• Complete small repairs independently without third-party contracting.
• Manage inventory of mechanical and custodial supplies; assist with receiving shipments.
• Coordinate with contractors for specialized repairs (plumbing, electrical, HVAC, etc.).
• Troubleshoot heating, electrical, and mechanical issues.
• Respond to emergency situations, including fire alarm and burglar alarms.
• Maintain a safe, secure, and organized work environment following all safety protocols.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by supervisor.

Qualifications:

• A minimum of five years of experience in facilities management within industrial, retail, or office environments.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to liaise effectively with team members, contractors, and vendors.
• Must have a driver’s license (no more than 2 points).
• Ability to work in challenging conditions, including confined spaces, at heights, and extreme temperatures.
• Strong organizational skills to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Some computer skills are desirable (knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word).
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Knowledge of safety standards and proper use of tools and equipment.
• Availability to be on-call for emergency response.
• Proficiency in using both powered and manual tools.
• Familiarity with industrial cleaning solutions, including reading and understanding labels and safety data sheets.

Benefits:

Taub Development Companies is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that offers a competitive compensation package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), paid vacation, personal time off, and 11 paid holidays.