Regional Maintenance Specialist

DePaul; Gates Center (NY); Hybrid; USD 39,950 - 41,603; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Generous PTO & Paid Holidays

403B Employer Match

Employee Discount Programs

Job summary

DePaul is seeking a Regional Maintenance Specialist in Gates Center, New York. This hands-on role involves troubleshooting and maintaining HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical systems across multiple sites. Applicants must have a high school diploma/GED and at least five years of facilities maintenance experience. Certifications in HVAC-R, plumbing, and electrical trades are preferred. The position offers a supportive work environment, competitive wages, and comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and generous PTO.

Qualifications

• Five years of hands-on facilities maintenance experience, preferably at multiple sites.
• Experience with HVAC systems, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical equipment.
• Certifications in HVAC-R/EPA Universal, plumbing, electrical, and OSHA 10-Hour preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of building systems.
• Provide maintenance support to multiple sites.
• Respond to escalated maintenance issues.
• Participate in emergency repairs and on-call rotations.
• Support preventive maintenance programs.

Skills

HVAC systems

Plumbing systems

Electrical systems

Mechanical equipment

General building and property maintenance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Trade school or technical training

Job description

Overview

DePaul is looking for a skilled maintenance professional to join our team! Under the direction of the Regional Facilities Director, the Regional Maintenance Specialist is a hands‑on, multi‑site role responsible for providing advanced troubleshooting, repair, and preventive maintenance services across multiple DePaul sites within an assigned region. This position exceeds the scope of a Maintenance Tech and serves as a regional technical resource for HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems.

Why work for DePaul?

• Make a positive difference in someone's life
• Supportive work environment
• We value diversity
• Opportunity for professional development and career advancement
• Excellent benefits (see below for details)
• Competitive wages‑ compensation $29 – $30.20/hour based on experience

Responsibilities

• Respects and maintains resident confidentiality and demonstrates a caring, positive attitude toward residents, staff and guests.
• Performs advanced troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, and building systems.
• Provides maintenance support to multiple sites within an assigned region.
• Responds to escalated maintenance issues that exceed site-level capabilities.
• Performs emergency repairs and participates in the regional on‑call rotation.
• Supports preventive maintenance programs and documentation.
• Coordinates regional priorities with the Regional Facilities Director.
• Provides hands‑on technical guidance to Facilities Coordinators as needed.
• Oversees and inspects contractor and vendor work for quality and compliance.
• Assists with safety inspections, life‑safety systems, and regulatory compliance.
• Follows all safety rules and regulations for self, residents, staff, and visitors.
• Performs other duties necessary for the effective operation of the Facilities Management Department.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required. Trade school, technical training, or equivalent experience strongly preferred.
• Minimum of five (5) years of hands‑on facilities maintenance experience, preferably supporting multiple sites or complex facilities. Demonstrated experience working with HVAC systems, plumbing systems, electrical systems, mechanical equipment, and general building and property maintenance.
• HVAC‑R / EPA Universal or CFC Certification; Plumbing certification or documented trade training; Electrical certification or documented trade training; OSHA 10‑Hour certification (OSHA‑30 a plus). Certifications are preferred; candidates without certifications must demonstrate equivalent hands‑on experience.
• This position requires a clean NYS driving record as outlined in DePaul’s personnel policy.

Work Environment

This role is Monday‑Friay and will service DePaul programs throughout Rochester, NY.

Benefits

This position is eligible for the following benefits: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Generous PTO & Paid Holidays, 403B Employer Match and Employee Discount Programs.

DePaul is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit and program need.