Regional Maintenance Specialist - Ontario

Covering offices in: Penfield, Geneva, Lyons, Seneca, and Hammondsport. Pay: $23.50-24.50 an hour.

About the role

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

Requirements

• High School Diploma / GED required
• 3+ years' experience in 3 or more maintenance trades: electrical, plumbing, construction, HVAC, or mechanics required
• Excellent verbal and written communication, problem solving and organizational skills
• Some working knowledge of computers
• Driver's License and ability to maintain insurability throughout employment

Benefits

Benefits 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