Maintenance Technician

Community Action Organization Of Western New York; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Action Organization Of Western New York seeks a Maintenance Technician to manage the upkeep of its Buffalo properties, perform repairs, schedule service requests, and maintain safety and cleanliness.

The role requires a high school diploma, several years of experience in multifamily or construction settings, knowledge of building systems, and ability to work on-call. This is a full-time, on-site position centered in Buffalo.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 3+ years managing multifamily or construction sites.
• 5+ years with carpentry, plumbing, electrical, HVAC or building systems.

Responsibilities

• Schedule, coordinate, monitor, and perform maintenance, service requests, and repairs.
• Document maintenance activity and update status daily.
• Prepare apartments for future tenants with Community Manager oversight.
• Maintain inventories, inspect equipment, and ensure cleanliness.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Office Suite

Internet navigation

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Community Action Organization of WNY Inc - Buffalo, NY, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: $23.00 - $23.00Hourly, Job Title: MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN Department: FACILITIES supervisor: PROPERTY MANAGER FLSA Status: Non-exempt EEOC Job Classification: Maintenance

JOB SUMMARY

Division:

Location:

St. Martin Village

Salary Range: $23 an hour

Work Status: Full Time

Last Revision Date: May 2026

This is responsible for the overall maintenanæ and upkeep of the property while promoting the company's mission, values, and culture, as well as always acting with the highest level of ethical standards.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

primpry Respoqsibilme*.

Schedules, coordinates, monitors, and #rforms all maintenance, service requests, and repairs at the designated site.

Document maintenance activity. including problems encountered, work and vaælcy status updates, daily.

Perform, monitor, inspect, and conduct evaluations with the Community Manager to prepare apartments for future tenants to move in.

Physically walks and inspects the proMy daily and maintains cleanliness and curb ag—

Maintains an adequate inventory of property supplies and equipment. schedules. and completes minor and routine maintenance on all equipment, company vehicles, and tools.

InsgECts and approves all maintenanæ supply shipments, organizes all shipping dæuments, codes and submits billing to the Community Manager.

• Tracks and retains documents for utility shut offs, meter sewer cleaning, and all building systems.

Maintains preventative maintenance and critical systems log.

Reports all liability, incidents, worker injuries, accidents, emergencies, CÆde violations, and legal and compliance directives to supervisor and/or corporate contact.

Maintains of common areas including hallways, stairways, community rooms, and

Respnsible for trash removal, sweeping, vacuuming, mopping, and wiping down areas.

Respnsible for snow removal

Communicates professionally, respectfully, and collaboratively as well as aiways acting with the highest level of ethical standards.

Partners with all staff effectively, respectfully, and professionally.

Respon'ibilitie#:

• Must present a professional image in attitude, and attire.
• Satisfactory completion of mandatory trainings

Additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications: QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experiene:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Three (3) years' experience with managing a multifamily or construction site.
• Five (5) years related to carpentry, plumbing, electrical, appliance, HVAC, and building systems.
• Knowledge of USDA (US Department of Agriculture), HUD (US Department of Housing and Urban Deve'opment), REAC (Real Estate Assessment Center), and DHCR (Division of Housing and Community Renewal)

and Abi'ities:

• Must willing to contribute to harmonious and professional workplace environment where all individuals are treated with respect.
• Support and uphold zero-tolerance policy for harassment, discrimination, retaliation, and other prohibited wnduct.
• Strong commitment in maintaining confidentiality.
• Excellent interpersonal, customer service, organizational, time management, and verbal and written skills.
• Must be able to communicate professionally with residents, emergency providers, and outside contractors.
• Must mechanical aptitude and skillful use of equipment and tools
• Proficient in Offce Suite and ability to navigate the internet
• Must be able to manage a flexible schedule including working Overtime and be on-call as needed.
• Must have reliable transportation.

Physical Deman#:

• Must have physical and manual dexterity skills
• Must be able to walk, bend, stoop, and climb stairs.
• Must be able to work in confined spaces as well as at heights more than 20 fæt with mobility required to use ladders.
• Must be able to transport up to 100-pound loads.

Applicgtion Requirements:

• Physical examination record or pass physical examination by a CAO physician
• Valid NYS Driver's License and proof of motor vehicle insurance coverage
• Completion of the following documents: o CAO Employment application o NYS SCR Clearance Form with acceptable clearance o Criminal Record Certification and fræ of criminal convictions of crimes against children (misdemeanor or felony) o Fingerprinting required.
• Release for Referenæ Checks

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to each essential job duty satisfactorily.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform esEntia/ job functions.