Maintenance Helper

ADAMS AND ASSOCIATES INC•Town of Bethlehem, NY

1d•$21 - $21•Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Helper assists with preventive and ongoing maintenance of the Center’s facilities, grounds, and systems. The role performs repairs, conducts inspections, completes assigned work orders, and may help oversee maintenance staff, students assigned to the department, or outside contractors. It may also include transporting students and coordinating with the Facilities Maintenance vocational training program. The position is full-time and located in Glenmont, New York.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least one year of building maintenance experience.
Valid in-state driver’s license and ability to meet Company insurability requirements.
Ability to sit, stand, climb, walk, lift, pull and/or push, carry, reach, stoop, and crouch.
Ability to lift 40 pounds or assess the load and request necessary assistance.

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree.
Technical certificate.
Working knowledge of carpentry, plumbing, electrical systems, HVAC systems, boilers, and other building systems.

Responsibilities

Perform repairs and preventive maintenance on the Center’s facilities and building systems.
Inspect the work of other maintenance personnel, as requested.
Research and recommend replacement equipment purchases as needed.
Oversee training activities of students assigned to the maintenance area, as requested.
Oversee the activities and quality of outside contractors performing repairs or equipment replacements, as requested.
Conduct periodic inspections of building systems and equipment to ensure they are working properly.
Coordinate activities with the Facilities Maintenance vocational training program, if applicable.
Complete assigned work orders in a timely manner.
Provide student transportation as necessary.
Produce thorough, timely, and accurate work and assignments.
Maintain appropriate attendance, accountability, and productivity standards.
Plan, prioritize, and organize assignments to meet goals and deadlines.
Maintain and apply the job knowledge and skills needed to perform responsibilities.
Mentor, monitor, and model Career Success Standards as required by the PRH.
Treat students respectfully and courteously and hold them accountable for their actions and behavior.
Provide quality services to students, meet their needs, and pursue service improvements.
Communicate clearly and concisely, contribute relevant ideas and knowledge to group efforts, and provide timely information to the Department of Labor or Company when requested.
Identify problems, analyze causes, evaluate solutions, and follow up to ensure appropriate corrective action.
Partner with staff across departments to ensure effective student supervision and services.
Accept direction and supervision from the Center Director, Center Duty Officer, or Shift Manager, including temporary assignments to responsibilities in other departments or positions.
Perform other duties as assigned.