Maintenance Worker - General

About the role

Provides basic maintenance and repairs to Agency buildings, grounds, and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Maintains and repairs agency buildings and equipment by performing basic trade work (e.g., wall repair, replacement of broken locks, basic plumbing, and carpentry).
• Inspects and identifies buildings, equipment, or machines in need of repair.
• Troubleshoots issues to determine the necessary course of action for repair.
• Performs general repairs that do not require a specialized technician or licensed professional.
• Orders supplies, parts, and materials needed for repairs and maintenance.
• Maintains records of all orders, works, and inspections.
• Promotes a favorable appearance of Agency facilities and equipment, ensuring proper functioning and safety for campus users.
• Acts as the responsible person if assigned to a building or task.
• Performs preventive maintenance at all locations and seasonal maintenance, including snow removal and other weather-related responsibilities.
• Relocates furniture and office equipment by lifting and using transportation equipment without causing damage.
• Ensures work-related safety procedures are in place and adhered to by staff; reports unsafe acts or hazardous work environments immediately.
• Performs other related duties as assigned (e.g., delivers and collects materials, takes agency vehicles for inspection).

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Prior general maintenance experience preferred, including minor trade work repairs.
• Valid and qualified NYS driver’s license required.
• Ability to perform heavy physical labor, including lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Subject to successful completion of fingerprint/criminal background check due to regular and substantial unsupervised contact with people receiving services.