Maintenance Specialist - Broome

Children's Home of Wyoming Conference • Binghamton, NY

5d • $22 - $24 • Onsite

About The Position

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. They supervise, teach and act as a role model for youth on work assignments.

Requirements

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

Responsibilities

• Perform general carpentry, electrical, and plumbing tasks
• 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.
• Snow removal plowing and shoveling
• Perform cleaning activities such as dusting, mopping etc.
• Inspect and troubleshoot equipment and systems (e.g. ventilation)
• Check functionality of safety systems (e.g. fire alarm)
• Collaborate with workers and other professionals during renovations
• Ensures the standards of a high performing team member are role modeled on a daily basis.
• Complete reports and documentation that are required in a timely manner.
• Ensure that Agency standards of practice as well as State, Federal, and Accreditation standards are fully met. Exceed those standards wherever possible and practical.
• Provide well-considered recommendations regarding facility improvements.
• 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.

Benefits

• Student Loan and Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Discounts at the Southern Tier Community Center
• Opportunities for Professional Development
• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED