Maintenance Technician/Porter

Community Housing Innovations, Inc.; City of Poughkeepsie (NY); On-site; USD 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dedicated Maintenance Technician/Porter to ensure the upkeep of properties in the Hudson Valley. This role involves performing essential maintenance tasks, ensuring cleanliness, and responding to emergencies. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in general contracting or handyman work, along with excellent communication skills. With a commitment to community service, this position offers generous paid time off, health benefits, and opportunities for career development. Join a team that values compassion and strives to make a difference in the lives of others.

Benefits

Generous paid time off

Health insurance

Dental and vision plans

401(k) retirement plan

Employee Assistance Program

Monthly trainings and career development plans

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in general contracting or handyman work.
• Ability to lift up to 80 lbs and walk long distances.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic maintenance tasks including repairs and minor renovations.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety standards of facilities.
• Respond to emergencies after hours and complete daily logs.

Skills

General contracting

Handyman work

Cleaning

Verbal communication

Bilingual in Spanish

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Basic hand tools

Yardi software

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WHO IS CHI?

Community Housing Innovations (CHI) is a not-for-profit housing and human services organization that aims to support social and economic independence. Our vision is to end generational poverty and foster upward mobility by ensuring that all families and individuals live in quality housing, have a home of their own, and a job to support them. We believe quality, affordable housing is the foundation for prosperity, personal fulfillment, and success.

WHAT DOES CHI OFFER?

CHI employs a team of hard-working, compassionate people who want to give back to others in their community. We are proud to offer:

• Generous paid time off
• Personal and sick days
• Health insurance and health reimbursement account
• Dental and vision plans
• Flexible spending account
• AFLAC supplemental insurance
• Dependent Care Spending Account
• Commuter Transit and Parking Account
• Working Advantage- Employee Perks
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Monthly trainings and career development plans

Job Summary

Maintenance Tech: Repairing and maintaining Hudson Valley program properties, units, building, and internal building systems ensuring they are clean, safe and functioning properly.

Porter: Maintain cleanliness, appearance, and safety standards of the Hudson Valley facilities including room/unit turn over rooms when needed.

Schedule: Monday - Friday 8am-4pm 24/7 call availability for emergencies purposes.

FLSA: Non-exempt. Eligible for overtime.

Location: Dutchess County NY

Pay: $24 an hour - $49,920 annually (Hourly)

Job-related Duties – Essential Functions

These duties are essential and specific to the successful implementation of this position.

• Perform basic maintenance tasks including repairs, cosmetic work, painting, minor electrical, carpentry, appliance repairs, and other repairs as needed.
• Perform minor renovation projects and install appliances and furniture.
• Sweep, clean, and mop rooms, bathrooms, kitchens, and areas as needed.
• Prepare rooms for occupancy, including cleaning, linen changes, and minor repairs.
• Maintain outside grounds and perform basic yard work.
• In winter, spread salt and shovel snow as needed.
• Use Yardi software to review, prioritize, and close work orders.
• Remove damaged furniture per ordinances.
• Travel between sites in Dutchess and Orange Counties, and possibly to Westchester, Long Island, and NYC.
• Use company mileage for travel, parking, and toll reimbursement.
• Respond to emergencies after hours.
• Complete daily logs and update project statuses with supervisors.
• Report safety or health hazards immediately.
• Purchase supplies using company cards and submit receipts.
• If assigned a CHI vehicle, maintain it properly and attend to regular maintenance.
• Attend required training sessions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Ensure safety, productivity, and safety standards are met.

Entry Level Qualifications And Requirements

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• 5+ years experience in general contracting or handyman work; cleaning experience preferred.
• Valid driver’s license in good standing; reliable vehicle preferred.
• OSHA 30 certification preferred or must complete within 90 days.
• Own basic hand tools.
• Good verbal communication skills; bilingual in Spanish a plus.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to lift up to 80 lbs, walk long distances, climb stairs.
• Ability to relate to underserved populations and work independently or in teams.

DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION

CHI is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, and other protected statuses. We promote fairness in all employment practices.