Maintenance Facilities Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Salary    $22.00 - $26.00/hr

Employment  Full Time, Monday through Friday

Responsible for performing repair and upkeep, preventative maintenance and tracking of facilities improvement for Rochester Rehabilitation Center sites.  

Essential Functions

• Imparts agency philosophy of “Equal Opportunity, Independence and Realization of Individual Potential” to children, families, program staff and community resources.
• Maintains confidentiality of information relating to individuals and their families in accordance with agency policy.
• Creates and maintains a work order system for the administration of maintenance requests for primary location as well as satellite locations.
• Performs repairs and enhancements in the areas of electrical, carpentry, plumbing and mechanical systems.
• Understands operation of HVAC residential systems and all associated equipment, troubleshoots problems and makes repairs to systems.
• Proficient in 110-volt AC repairs and installation, loads and breaker capacities, troubleshoots lighting and power problems.
• Works with suppliers and contractors to ensure best service and pricing.
• Support operations with driving, deliveries and pick-ups as needed (non-CDL).
• Responsible for mechanical aspects of new and existing production activities as needed.
• Member of the Agency Safety Committee and awareness of OSHA regulations in the facilities.
• Makes repairs to floor surfaces, ceramic tile and ceiling installations.
• Conducts preventative maintenance inspections, makes recommendations for inspection improvements, including techniques, scheduling and tracking.
• Trouble shoots security, fire and telephone system as needed.
• Communicates, schedules and provides follow-up on all maintenance requests.
• Works with Directors to ensure that maintenance program budgets are adhered to.
• Works cooperatively and maintains positive working relationships with all staff, the individuals we serve and contractors. 
• Ensures contract work is completed as specified.
• Purchases maintenance materials for program.
• Maintains vehicles and ensures registration, inspections and upkeep/repairs are completed.
• Assists with snow removal/salting as needed.
• Completes all documentation requirements in a timely manner.
• Participate in conferences, workshops, department meetings and in-service trainings as needed or recommended to enhance job skills and personal growth and development.

Adheres to agency’s policies and procedures as well as department guidelines.

• Competency Requirements
• Customer Service
• Communications
• Continuous Improvement
• Collaboration/Teamwork
• Accountability

Supervisory Responsibility

• None

Other Duties

• This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Work Environment

• This job operates partially in an office environment and a company vehicle, exposed to weather and temperature changes.  This role routinely uses standard office equipment.  

Physical Demands

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk, hear, see, smell and count. The employee frequently is required to sit, stand; walk; carry, push, pull, bend, grasp, use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. Must be able to lift and/or move objects up to 70 pounds.  Ability to withstand variable temperature change.

Travel

• Travel is primarily local during the business day but employee will be expected to work at any of our partner agencies.  Some out-of-the-area and overnight travel may be expected.

Required Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Trade apprenticeship or Associate’s Degree in a technical field preferred.
• 1-2 years’ experience in related field. Additional experience may substitute for formal education.
• Ability to complete required documentation.
• Additional Eligibility Qualifications
• Ability to follow directions.
• Willingness to learn.
• Basic computer skills required.
• Valid NYS Driver’s License required.
• Forklift and Sky-Lift operation a plus.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

• None

What we offer:

• Affordable Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 9 Paid Holidays
• Matching 403B Retirement Plan
• Additional Insurance Offerings - Specified Disease Insurance w/ Cancer Rider, Accident Insurance, Identity Theft Protection
• Employer Paid Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)
• Employer paid Life Insurance, Short-term and Long-term Disability Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement

EEO Statement

The agencies are equal opportunity employers.   We do not discriminate against employees or applicants in the hiring, promotion, compensation, placement, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence or any other term or condition of employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender orientation/identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran, domestic violence victim status, prior arrest and conviction records or any other protected category in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

Apply                          

Interested internal applicants are invited to submit an internal application form to: Sandra Creamer HR Generalist View email address on ziprecruiter.com

Closing Date                until position is filled

Posted:  July 29, 2026

The agencies are equal opportunity employers.   We do not discriminate against employees or applicants in the hiring, promotion, compensation, placement, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence or any other term or condition of employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran, domestic violence victim status, prior arrest and conviction records or any other protected category in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.