Regional Maintenance Specialist - Seneca

The Children's Home; Town of Waterloo (NY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Student Loan Reimb

Employee Assistance

Community Center Discounts

Professional Development

CEUs & License Prep

403(b) Match

PTO + Holidays

Childcare Reimbursement

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Job summary

The Children's Home in New York is seeking a Maintenance Specialist to oversee the upkeep of all buildings and grounds. The role involves preventive maintenance, general carpentry, electrical, and plumbing tasks to keep a safe environment for children and staff.

Candidates must have 3+ years across 3 trades, a high school diploma, and a valid driver's license. Excellent communication and problem-solving skills are required, along with basic computer literacy and a readiness to collaborate with

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 3+ years' experience in 3+ maintenance trades (electrical, plumbing, construction, HVAC, or mechanics).
• Valid Driver's License required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and strong problem-solving and organizational skills.
• Some working knowledge of computers.

Responsibilities

• Perform general carpentry, electrical, and plumbing tasks.
• Perform drywall repair and painting.
• Check safety systems (e.g., fire alarm) and ensure fire safety standards.
• Check control panels and electrical wiring for issues.
• Install appliances and equipment.
• Repair broken locks and fill gaps in walls.
• Replace light bulbs and maintain grounds as needed.
• Snow removal and yard upkeep as needed.
• Perform cleaning activities as required.
• Inspect and troubleshoot equipment and systems (e.g., ventilation).
• Collaborate with workers and professionals during renovations.
• Complete reports and documentation in a timely manner.
• Observe and notify Maintenance Supervisor/Director of issues.
• Maintain responsive professional communication with agency, community contacts, and vendors.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Driver's License

Computer literacy

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Tools

Computers

Job description

Serving with Compassion, Creativity, and Consistency.

$23.50-24.50 an hour

Covering offices in: Penfield, Geneva, Lyons, Seneca, and Hammondsport.

3+ years' experience in 3 or more maintenance trades: electrical, plumbing, construction, HVAC, and mechanics required

Position Summary

The Maintenance Specialist is responsible for the maintenance and care of all buildings and grounds. They perform everyday maintenance tasks and preventative maintenance duties that maintain a safe environment for the children and staff.

Responsibilities

• Perform general carpentry, electrical, and plumbing tasks


• Perform drywall repair and replacement, and painting


• Check functionality of safety systems (e.g. fire alarm) and ensure fire safety standards are met


• Check control panels and electrical wiring to identify issues


• Install appliances and equipment


• Perform minor fixes such as repairing broken locks, filling gaps on walls etc.


• Conduct maintenance tasks such as replacing light bulbs


• Do garden/yard upkeep by mowing lawn, collecting trash etc., occasionally, as needed


• Snow removal plowing and shoveling, occasionally, as needed


• Perform cleaning activities as needed


• Inspect and troubleshoot equipment and systems (e.g. ventilation)


• Collaborate with workers and other professionals during renovations


• Complete reports and documentation that are required in a timely manner.


• Take initiative in observing and notifying the Maintenance Supervisor and Director of Facility Operations of maintenance problems or areas requiring attention, repair, replacement, servicing, etc.


• Communication: Maintain responsive professional communication within the agency and with community contacts and vendors.

Requirements

Education

• High School Diploma / GED required

Experience

• 3+ years' experience in 3 or more maintenance trades: electrical, plumbing, constructions, HVAC, or mechanics required


• Excellent verbal and written communication, problem solving and organizational skills are required


• Some working knowledge of computers required


• Driver's License and ability to maintain insurability throughout employment required

BenefitsBenefits Available To All Staff

• Student Loan and Tuition Reimbursement


• Employee Assistance Program


• Employee Discounts at the Southern Tier Community Center


• Opportunities for Professional Development

Full Time Benefits:

• Agency-Paid CEUs, License Prep Course, and License Exam


• 403(b) with 6% employer contribution


• PTO plus 9 paid holidays
  
• Childcare Reimbursement


• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance (with HSA/FSA Accounts)


• Life Insurance

EEO Statement: Children's Home is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics.