Maintenance Worker

Childrens Home of Jefferson•Watertown, NY

17h•$20•Onsite

About The Position

As a CHJC employee, the Maintenance Worker is committed to creating opportunities to enhance lives one relationship at a time. Additionally, the Maintenance Worker focuses on and emphasizes the following values: safety and permanency for all service recipients; respect and compassion at the forefront of every interaction; integrity threaded through each decision; excellence as an expectation and standard, never to be lowered; and stewardship carried out for the benefit of our service recipients and community. The Maintenance Worker is responsible for keeping the grounds, equipment and buildings maintained in a neat, clean and operable condition, as directed by the Facilities Director.

Requirements

A General Equivalency Diploma or High School Diploma desired.
As there is limited direct supervision, three years related experience preferred.
Requires self-direction, tact, diplomacy, motivation, and a clear, courteous and professional manner when dealing with coworkers and the general public.
Must maintain privacy of confidential information.
Successful completion of routine pre-employment requirements as mandated by the New York State Department of Health, Office of Mental Health and Office of Children and Family Services along with ongoing clearances and exclusion checks. These requirements are to include employment health requirements, reference checks, criminal background checks/fingerprinting, State Central Registry clearance and your eligibility to work in the United States.
A valid NYS driver’s license required.
Corporate Compliance, HIPAA Privacy Security, and Workplace Harassment and Discrimination Training and Nonviolent Crisis Intervention, First Aid and CPR will be required following date of hire.
The custodian must demonstrate a strong understanding of cleaning practices, sanitation standards, and the proper use of custodial tools, chemicals, and equipment.
They should be highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage time effectively while prioritizing tasks in a busy facility environment.
This role requires the ability to work independently with minimal supervision while also collaborating respectfully and professionally with diverse staff, clients, and visitors, maintaining discretion when encountering sensitive information.
Clear and courteous communication is essential, including the ability to follow written instructions, document supply needs, and report maintenance concerns.
The custodian must show reliability, sound judgment, and adherence to safety protocols, with the ability to recognize hazards, adapt to changing needs, and respond appropriately in both routine and urgent situations.

Responsibilities

Responsible for carrying out ground maintenance (including mowing lawns, snow removal, sanding, landscaping when needed) and building maintenance (including exterior painting, cleaning and general repairs).
Performs general carpentry, plumbing, heating/AC, electrical, appliance repair, install information systems, Interior painting.
Assists in the coordination of new projects throughout the organization as required.
Responsible for checking fire alarms, fire extinguishers on a monthly basis.
Checks boilers daily along with annual boiler inspections.
Performs other duties as assigned by the Facilities Director
Inspects and diagnoses problems and plans how the work will be done in coordination with the Facilities Director.
Keeps record of all maintenance and repair work done on campus as requested.
Attends training as required or requested.
Able to respond to change productively.
On Call for the organization on a three-week rotation.
In accordance with New York State hygiene standards, clean workspaces, common areas, offices, hallways, and bathrooms. Cleaning includes, but is not limited to sweeping, mopping, dusting, vacuuming, and sanitizing of floors, windows, walls, molding, and surfaces.
Ensure waste and recycling receptacles in offices and common areas are emptied.
As needed, restock paper and cleaning products in common areas.
Respond productively to Agency needs related to custodial work.
Through the “Maintenance Ticket System”, report all maintenance issues in a timely manner.
Monitor facilities for cleanliness, repair needs, and safety concerns; report maintenance issues promptly.
Maintain inventory of cleaning products and request restocking as supplies run low.
Ensure cleaning equipment is used properly, kept in good working condition, and stored safely.