Maintenance Specialist - Broome

Binghamton, NY, USA | Hourly | 22-23.50 per hour | Full Time

Serving with Compassion, Creativity, and Consistency.

$22-23.50 an hour3+ 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.

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

• Teamwork: Ensures the standards of a high performing team member are role modeled on a daily basis.

• Reports: Complete reports and documentation that are required in a timely manner.

• Program Administration: Ensure that Agency standards of practice as well as State, Federal, and Accreditation standards are fully met. Exceed those standards wherever possible and practical.

• Program Development: 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.

• Communication: Maintain responsive professional communication within the agency and with community contacts and vendors.

Requirements

Education:

• High School Diploma / GED required

Experience:

• 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

Benefits

Benefits available to all staff:

• Student Loan and Tuition Reimbursement

• Employee Assistance Program

• Employee Discounts at the Southern Tier Community Center

• Opportunities for Professional Development

Full Time Benefits:

• 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

EEO Statement: Children's Home is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics.