Maintenance Technician

Community Action Organization Of Western New York Inc; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 46,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Action Organization Of Western New York Inc is seeking a Maintenance Technician to oversee maintenance and upkeep of St. Martin Village. The role emphasizes preparing apartments for new tenants, maintaining common areas, and coordinating repairs with the Community Manager.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and 3–5 years of multifamily or building system experience, with strong communication and safety compliance. The position is full-time and on-site in Buffalo, NY.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Three years' experience managing a multifamily or construction site.
• Five years related to carpentry, plumbing, electrical, appliances, HVAC, and building systems.
• Knowledge of USDA, HUD, REAC, and DHCR compliance.

Responsibilities

• Schedules, coordinates, monitors, and performs maintenance, service requests, and repairs at the designated site.
• Document maintenance activity and status updates.
• Prepare apartments for future tenants with the Community Manager.
• Maintain common areas, trash removal, and curb appeal.
• Inspect and maintain equipment, vehicles, and tools; manage inventory.
• Report incidents, injuries, and safety violations to supervisor.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Verbal and written communication

Mechanical aptitude

Time management

On-call flexibility

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Title: MAINTENANCE TECHNICIANDepartment: FACILITIESsupervisor: PROPERTY MANAGERFLSA Status: Non-exemptEEOC Job Classification: MaintenanceJOB SUMMARYDivision:Location:St. Martin VillageSalary Range: $23 an hourWork Status: Full TimeLast Revision Date: May 2026This is responsible for the overall maintenanæ and upkeep of the property while promoting thecompany's mission, values, and culture, as well as always acting with the highest level of ethicalstandards.RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIESprimpry Respoqsibilme*.•Schedules, coordinates, monitors, and #rforms all maintenance, service requests, and repairs atthe designated site.Document maintenance activity. including problems encountered, work and vaælcystatus updates, daily.Perform, monitor, inspect, and conduct evaluations with the Community Manager to prepareapartments 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, companyvehicles, and tools.InsgECts and approves all maintenanæ supply shipments, organizes all shipping dæuments, codesand submits billing to the Community Manager.• Tracks and retains documents for utility shut offs, meter sewer cleaning, and all buildingsystems.Maintains preventative maintenance and critical systems log.Reports all liability, incidents, worker injuries, accidents, emergencies, CÆde violations, andlegal and compliance directives to supervisor and/or corporate contact.Maintains of common areas including hallways, stairways, community rooms, andRespnsible for trash removal, sweeping, vacuuming, mopping, and wiping down areas.Respnsible for snow removalCommunicates professionally, respectfully, and collaboratively as well as aiways acting with thehighest 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 trainingsAdditional duties as assigned.QUALIFICATIONSEducation 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 buildingsystems.• Knowledge of USDA (US Department of Agriculture), HUD (US Department of Housing and UrbanDeve'opment), REAC (Real Estate Assessment Center), and DHCR (Division of Housing andCommunity Renewal)and Abi'ities:Must willing to contribute to harmonious and professional workplace environment where allindividuals are treated with respect.Support and uphold zero-tolerance policy for harassment, discrimination, retaliation, and otherprohibited wnduct.Strong commitment in maintaining confidentiality.Excellent interpersonal, customer service, organizational, time management, andverbal and written skills.Must be able to communicate professionally with residents, emergency providers, and outsidecontractors.Must mechanical aptitude and skillful use of equipment and toolsProficient in Offce Suite and ability to navigate the internetMust 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 mobilityrequired 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 applicationo NYS SCR Clearance Form with acceptable clearanceo Criminal Record Certification and fræ of criminal convictions of crimes against children(misdemeanor or felony)o Fingerprinting required.Release for Referenæ ChecksTo 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.