Maintenance Tech 1

About the role

The Pan-American Square Apartments in Buffalo, NY, seeks a skilled Maintenance Tech 1 to join their team. The Maintenance Tech 1 is responsible for maintaining the building and grounds, including troubleshooting and repairing various systems.

Responsibilities

• Provides maintenance, cleanliness, and upkeep of the building and grounds.
• Troubleshoots and problem solves in a proactive and cost-effective manner.
• Makes repairs of the building, equipment, and machinery as needed within his/her capability.
• Notifies the Programs Supervisor of any major problems or concerns.
• Repairs lights, plumbing, windows, and screens, and performs simple carpentry when needed.
• Replaces and repairs carpet and tile.
• Performs interior and exterior painting as needed; obtains bids for larger projects.
• Collaborates with the Programs Supervisor or designee to ensure work orders are completed on time and meet program priorities.
• Oversees preventative maintenance of generators, fire extinguishers, Ansul system, sprinkler system, fire alarm, elevator, HVAC system, water treatment, and pest control.
• Ensures residents' rooms are prepared for new admissions, including maintenance of the room itself and moving of furniture and equipment as required.
• Gathers price estimates for major repair work and reviews them with the Supervisor.
• Coordinates with the lawn care and snow removal companies to ensure walkways and exits are shoveled and salted as needed.
• Assumes on-call responsibility during physical plant emergencies.
• Maintains ongoing contact and monitoring of the lawn care and snow removal companies.
• Participates in staff meetings and in-services.
• Schedules, implements, and tracks monthly fire drills as per OMH regulations.
• Completes monthly inspections of all fire safety equipment according to OMH / Quality Management guidelines.
• Performs 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, including 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.

Skills

• Proactive problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of building maintenance and repair techniques.

Benefits

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

Pay

Compensation range: $25 - $25.90/hour based on experience.

Schedule

Hours vary based on departmental needs.