Maintenance 1

St Catherine s Center for Children•Albany, NY

7d•$18 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance I position is responsible for performing all necessary tasks to maintain and improve the appearance, functioning, and operation of agency buildings, property and equipment belonging to the agency. This individual will have knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and safety procedures in the areas of plumbing, carpentry, painting, plastering, electrical, grounds keeping, and pest management.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.
Significant hands-on knowledge regarding the proper operation, safety protocols, and ongoing maintenance of all trade tools and equipment.
Must possess a clean, valid New York State Driver’s License (held for a minimum of one year) for required local travel.
Must meet agency insurance guidelines for authorized drivers, including being at least 21 years of age at the time of hire.
Ability to successfully pass comprehensive pre-employment background checks, including fingerprinting clearance.
Willingness and flexibility to respond to after-hours emergency maintenance calls as needed.
Demonstrates high integrity, proven reliability, and a positive, adaptable attitude.
Open to accepting supervision, learning new maintenance methods, and comfortable working in close proximity to the clients served by the agency.
Physically capable of performing heavy-duty labor, including lifting, carrying, and moving up to 70 lbs., climbing stairs and ladders, and frequent bending, stooping, crouching, or reaching.
Comfortable working safely in demanding conditions, including near moving mechanical parts, at heights, outdoors in varying weather conditions, and around chemicals, fumes, or noise.
Proficient in basic mathematical operations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division across all units of measure) as well as computing rates, ratios, and percentages.
Able to interpret standard operational drawings and schematics.
Maintains thorough knowledge of safety guidelines and strictly adheres to workplace protocols.
Demonstrates flexibility to adjust work hours—including potential evenings and weekends—to manage facility emergencies (e.g., plumbing, electrical issues, snow removal).
Able to read, write, and comprehend routine correspondence, memos, and instructions.
Capable of maintaining accurate documentation in accordance with agency policy and regulatory standards, and clearly presenting information in individual or group settings.
Builds and maintains healthy professional relationships across all levels of the agency.
Operates effectively within a shared decision-making model, actively listening, respecting diverse viewpoints, and resolving disagreements constructively.
Communicates effectively and compassionately with a broad spectrum of individuals, including culturally and socio-economically diverse populations, as well as those with varying developmental and cognitive functioning levels.
Demonstrates exceptional organizational, planning, and time-management capabilities; able to prioritize, execute, and complete varied tasks in a timely manner both independently and collaboratively.
Exercises sound independent judgment and common sense when interpreting and executing written or verbal instructions, actively seeking clarification when appropriate.
Ensures all choices align with agency and program philosophies.

Nice To Haves

Some college coursework preferred.
Any equivalent combination of education, training, and practical experience demonstrating the ability to perform position duties will be considered.

Responsibilities

Perform minor carpentry, electrical, mechanical, and plumbing repairs across agency buildings.
Execute touch-ups, priming, and finish painting as needed.
Perform ordinary and seasonal yard work to maintain agency grounds.
Safely operate and maintain hand tools, power tools, and gas-powered equipment used for property upkeep.
Move furnishings, supplies, and heavy equipment between locations.
Set up and tear down tables, chairs, and other event equipment, and assist with picking up and delivering materials.
Maintain clean, safe, and sanitary conditions across agency facilities, including rooms, hallways, restrooms, offices, and stairways.
Strictly follow all applicable safety guidelines and practices.
Maintain a secure work environment by properly storing all tools, materials, and supplies out of reach of clients.
Ensure tools and maintenance equipment are regularly cleaned, serviced, and kept in good working order.
Perform additional position-related duties and task assignments as directed by the Director of Buildings & Grounds.