Maintenance Specialist - Broome

Children's Home of Wyoming Conference•Binghamton, NY

23h•$22 - $24

About The Position

The Children's Home of Wyoming Conference partners with children, families and communities throughout New York State to inspire hope, develop skills and cultivate healthy relationships for positive futures. $22-23.50 an hour 3+ years' experience in 3 or more maintenance trades: electrical, plumbing, construction, HVAC, and mechanics required Position Summary : 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, organizational skills, and working with an inter-disciplinary team 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.