Job Description
Job DescriptionAt Bethesda House, our goal is to end the cycle of poverty and homelessness - not just manage the symptoms.
Our teams work to address each individual on a holistic level so they feel heard, respected, and safe in our care.
We offer hands-on help to address chronic homelessness, mental health, substance abuse, disability, and systematic poverty by offering innovative solutions and proactive services to the most vulnerable in Schenectady County.
The Building & Property Tech is responsible to ensure that the maintenance, repair, sanitation and cleanliness are kept to a high standard and that all outside and equipment maintenance is timely. This position is the lead technician and works closely with the Director of Property & Facility Operations. This position is responsible for giving direction, supervising, and working in collaboration with custodial, front desk/security and building monitor staff. This position has On-Call responsibilities after hours and weekends.
Specific Duties/Responsibilities (include but are not limited to):
- Supervise building facility staff for all Agency locations.
- Work with the Director of Property & Facility Operations to create daily action plans for routine maintenance and projects at all Agency locations including but not limited to:
- Painting,
- Floor,
- Offices,
- Outside of buildings, etc.
- Assist in managing the WorxHub database:
- complete in-house projects,
- complete work orders as assigned,
- updating preventative maintenance plans for all systems as assigned,
- ensure all annual service agreements are uploaded.
- Supervise contractors while performing building and property tasks, as appropriate.
- Provide project summary and quotes for outside vendors.
- Maintain a daily, weekly, monthly routine for cleaning and maintenance.
- Complete work orders including cost summary.
- Monitor utility usage/costs and adhere to agency’s maintenance budget.
- Maintain a preventative maintenance plan for all systems.
- Complete necessary upkeep and repairs.
- Provide Maintenance and Building Status reports.
- Coordinate training for and conduct Fire Drills.
- Maintain professionalism and confidentiality regarding employees, volunteers, residents and guests.
Qualifications:
- Two year degree or trade school certification in related field.
- Experience and expertise in building maintenance and property management.
- Experience supervising staff.
- Ability to work in an environment that provides services to the homeless and diverse population.
- Knowledge of building mechanical systems essential.
- Valid NYS Driver’s License for at least one year.
- No DWI or DWAI within the last three years and the ability to be covered by the Agency’s insurance.
- Ability to pass the Agency’s road test.
- Must be able to provide own transportation.
- Must successfully complete a background investigation.
Essential Functions:
- Ability to work with computers to communicate with agency employees and outside vendors.
- Ability to use and supervise use of building maintenance equipment/cleaning products.
- Ability to work with financial/statistical data regarding utility, maintenance and repair costs/budgeting.
- Knowledge of building mechanical systems.
- Knowledge of NYS and OSHA safety regulations.
- Ability to lift 50 lbs, minimum
- Ability to work full time during normal business hours on a regular basis.
- Ability to effectively handle conflict and/or confrontation in order to reach a resolution satisfactory to all parties.
- Ability to work under deadline pressure to meet established work goals. May also include ability to work hours above normally scheduled work hours to accomplish same.
- Ability to effectively communicate (both orally and in written form) with subordinates, peers, and superiors.
- Ability to represent the agency in a professional manner to all parties with which she/he comes into contact.
Pay rate: $60k - $70k
Schedule: Monday – Friday: 9am – 4:30 pm
Benefits: Health insurance, Dental insurance, Vision insurance, Paid time off, 401(k)
Bethesda House is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In all employment and hiring decisions, the Agency complies with applicable anti-discrimination laws. This policy applies to all employment practices, including hiring, advertising, recruitment, promotion, demotion/transfer, layoff/termination of employment, rates of pay or other forms of compensation, and selection for training and development.
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