Maintenance Tech 1

About the role

The Maintenance Tech 1 is responsible for providing maintenance, cleanliness, and upkeep of the DePaul's Joseph L. Allen Apartments, located in Schenectady, New York. This includes troubleshooting and problem-solving in a proactive and cost-effective manner.

Responsibilities

• Make repairs of the building, equipment, and machinery as needed within his/her capability.
• Notify the Programs Supervisor of any major problems or concerns.
• Replace/repair carpet and tile.
• Perform interior and exterior painting as needed; obtain bids for larger projects.
• Cover work orders with the Programs Supervisor or designee to ensure deadlines and priorities are met.
• Oversee the contracts for the preventative maintenance of generators, fire extinguishers, Ansul system, sprinkler system, fire alarm, elevator, HVAC system, water treatment, and pest control.
• Ensure residents' rooms are prepared for new admissions, including maintenance of the room itself and moving of furniture and equipment as required.
• Gather price estimates for major repair work and review them with the Supervisor.
• Maintain ongoing contact and monitoring of lawn care and snow removal companies.
• Ensure walkways and exits are shoveled and salted as needed.
• Work with the Director to address physical plant issues according to DePaul’s Physical Plant Standards.
• Absorb on-call responsibility during physical plant emergencies.
• Maintain and perform preventative maintenance for building and grounds, including ensuring all property outside of the building is properly maintained and cleaned as needed.
• Identify if service needs to be notified as it pertains to grounds/landscaping.
• Participate in staff meetings and in-services.
• Schedule, implement, and track monthly fire drills as per OMH regulations.
• Complete monthly inspections of all fire safety equipment according to OMH / Quality Management guidelines.
• Perform any other duties necessary for the effective operation of the programs.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Trade or industrial arts coursework preferred.
• Three years of work experience in providing hands-on maintenance in a large facility to include electrical, carpentry, painting, plumbing, drywall repair, and other minor repair work preferred.
• Ability to lift at least 70 pounds.
• Ability to use a computer for email and ticketing system.
• Clean, valid NYS driving record as outlined in DePaul’s personnel policy.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals required.

Skills

• Proactive problem-solving skills.
• Ability to read and interpret documents.
• Ability to use a computer.
• Ability to lift heavy objects.
• Knowledge of safety rules and regulations.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Generous PTO & Paid Holidays
• 403B Employer Match
• Employee Discount Programs

Pay

Compensation ranges from $25 to $25.90 per hour based on experience.

Schedule

This position is Monday-Friday on the day shift with on-call responsibilities.