Maintenance Assistant (Full-Time)
About The Position
Community Options, Inc., a national nonprofit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities, is hiring a full-time Maintenance Assistant in Syracuse, New York. The role maintains residential homes, facilities, and vehicles by addressing repair issues, carrying out regular maintenance plans, and working with local management to engage outside contractors when needed. Starting pay is $22.00 per hour. The employee must have a valid New York State driver's license and use a personal vehicle. Employment is contingent upon successfully completing criminal background, central registry, child abuse registry, and drug testing checks. The employee must cooperate with licensing and department staff during inspections, inquiries, or investigations. Additional tasks and responsibilities may be assigned.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED and three years of maintenance experience.
- Valid driver's license with a satisfactory driving record; the job description specifies a valid New York State driver's license.
- Must use a personal vehicle.
- Complete all state- and agency-required training in accordance with state guidelines.
- Ability to work safely with hands and power tools.
- Experience solving problems while managing multiple priorities.
- Successful completion of criminal background, central registry, child abuse registry, and drug testing checks.
Responsibilities
- Develop a schedule of basic maintenance tasks.
- Complete required maintenance tasks in a timely manner.
- Ensure repairs are made promptly, safely, and in compliance with local laws and regulations.
- Install, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical systems and structural components, including appliances, fans, lights, flooring, carpets, paneling, and doors.
- Perform basic maintenance tasks, including painting, spackling, and basic electrical or plumbing work.
- Advise management when an outside contractor may be necessary.
- Review contractor estimates to ensure they accurately reflect required repairs and reasonable job costs.
- Cooperate with licensing and department staff during inspections, inquiries, or investigations.
- Carry out additional tasks and responsibilities as assigned.
Benefits
- Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance benefits.
- Paid holidays, including a birthday holiday.
- Generous paid time off.
- Employee incentive and discount programs.
- 403b retirement plan.
- Career growth opportunities.
- University partnerships that include tuition reduction.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
